Dark Purple Katan Silk Saree — Cut Work Booti

About This Saree

This is a Dark Purple Katan Silk Banarasi Saree (SKU 9463) with a Booti pattern woven using the classic Cut Work technique. It is handwoven in Varanasi by skilled heritage weavers who have been practising this magnificent craft for generations.

Katan Silk is a tightly twisted, pure mulberry silk yarn. It gives the saree a firm body, a clean, structured drape, and a natural, opulent sheen. It stands as one of the finest and most resilient silks used in traditional Banarasi weaving, prized for its strength and luxurious texture.

Booti is one of the most cherished motif traditions in Banarasi heritage weaving. Small, individual motifs—flowers, buds, leaves, or geometric forms—are scattered across the body of the saree in a graceful, rhythmic arrangement. In this piece, they are masterfully executed using the Cut Work method, where the floral or directional motifs are woven together across the width of the fabric, and the loose trailing floats of zari on the reverse are cleanly cut away by hand. On a rich Dark Purple base—deep, imperial, and full of life—the zari Booti pattern resonates with striking brilliance and historical grandeur. Dark Purple has long been one of the most regal and sophisticated colours in Indian textile tradition, and on a Katan Silk ground, it takes on a depth and luminosity that is entirely its own.

• 100% pure mulberry silk

• Firm, elegant drape with an opulent sheen

• Cut Work — meticulously hand-clipped zari bootis

• Booti — scattered small motifs across the body

• GI Tagged — authentic Varanasi handloom

• Silk Mark certified for purity

• Handwoven on a traditional pit loom

• Lasts 20–30 years with proper care

Dark Purple Katan Silk Saree — Cut Work Booti — Panaya Heritage

SKU 9463 is a majestic addition to Panaya's Katan Silk Banarasi Saree collection. This exquisite Dark Purple saree features the traditional Cut Work weaving technique with a classic Booti pattern—small, individual motifs scattered across the saree body, each woven in fine zari threads against the lush, deep Dark Purple base.

Dark Purple is one of the most captivating and beloved colours in Indian festive dressing. It carries the mystery of midnight celebrations with the profound depth of royal tradition. Against this striking base, the zari Booti motifs take on a luminous quality—graceful, celebratory, and timelessly elegant. The Booti pattern draws from centuries of Banarasi motif heritage, each figure a testament to the weaver's unparalleled skill. It is an ideal choice for grand weddings, evening receptions, festive celebrations, and heirloom collections.

Every Katan Silk saree from Panaya is handwoven in Varanasi by master weavers carrying generations of craft knowledge. All sarees carry the GI (Geographical Indication) tag and the Silk Mark certification issued by the Government of India, ensuring you own a genuine, authenticated piece of Indian textile history.