Maroon Katan Silk Saree — Kadwa

About This Saree

This is a quintessential Maroon Katan Silk Banarasi Saree (SKU 8211) masterfully handwoven using the intricate Kadwa technique. It is crafted in Varanasi by highly skilled artisans, representing the very heart of Indian bridal and festive textile traditions.

Katan Silk is a pure, tightly twisted mulberry silk known for its exceptional durability and structural grace. It lends the saree a firm, elegant drape and a natural, lustrous sheen. As one of the finest silks utilized in Banarasi handlooms, it provides a flawless foundation for heavy, detailed zari work to truly shine.

The Kadwa weaving technique is a labor of love where every single motif is woven independently upon the loom, ensuring a crisp, embossed finish on the front and a perfectly clean reverse with no loose threads. Set against a deep, resplendent Maroon base—the ultimate color of passion, prosperity, and timeless heritage—the gold zari motifs resonate with breathtaking grandeur. Maroon is the traditional soul of the Banarasi loom; it grounds the brilliant gold threads, creating a striking contrast that is both deeply auspicious and undeniably regal. The result is a saree of heirloom proportions, carrying the weight of tradition with flawless precision.

• 100% pure mulberry Katan silk

• Firm, regal drape with a natural, lasting sheen

• Authentic Kadwa weave — individually hand-woven motifs

• Rich, resplendent Maroon base — the classic bridal hue

• Clean finish on the reverse with no floating threads

• GI Tagged — authentically woven in Varanasi

• Silk Mark certified for absolute purity

• Handcrafted on a traditional pit loom

• Heirloom quality designed to last 20–30 years

Maroon Katan Silk Saree — Kadwa — Panaya Heritage

SKU 8211 is a crown jewel in Panaya's Katan Silk Banarasi Saree collection. This Maroon saree celebrates the painstaking Kadwa weaving technique, where golden threads form distinct, perfectly finished floral motifs across a rich, luminous silk canvas.

Maroon is the undisputed classic of Indian celebrations. It is the color of brides, of sacred rituals, and of grand, unforgettable entrances. Flattering on every skin tone, this saree pairs magnificently with traditional heavy gold, antique Kundan, or Polki jewelry. The meticulous Kadwa weave ensures that the intricate zari work takes center stage, making this saree a definitive heritage piece that can be worn for life's most significant milestones and passed down through generations.

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.