1. No Traders in Between
Every Chinaya piece comes directly from our own manufacturing unit and Karigars Hub in Varanasi. No traders, no aggregators, no middlemen adding margin. You pay for the craft — not the supply chain.
This maroon Banarasi Katan silk kurta set is crafted with traditional artistry and detailed zari work. The kurta features sandal gold zari ethnic motifs in kadhwa style, designed in a flared A-line silhouette with a round neckline and 3/4th sleeves. The hemline is finished with a zari scalloped border, adding depth to the design.
It is paired with coordinated ankle-length pants and a matching Katan silk dupatta adorned with ethnic butis, geometric zari-woven borders, and tassels, completing the suit.
Key Features:
• Material: Katan Silk
• Color: Maroon
• Kurta: A-line with Round Neckline, 3/4th Sleeves, Sandal Gold Zari Kadhwa Motifs, and Scalloped Zari Hemline
• Pants: Coordinated Ankle-Length Pants
• Dupatta: Katan Silk with Ethnic Butis, Geometric Zari Borders, and Tassels
• Deliver within 5-7 business days. For urgent delivery, please contact us.
• Care Instructions: Dry clean only.
• Perfect for: Festivals, weddings, and traditional gatherings.
• For custom stitching, kindly contact our team at +91 7705012088. Note: Customizations make the product ineligible for exchange or refund.
• Note: Actual color may slightly vary from the image due to lighting conditions during photography.
Tips: Pair this kurta set with antique gold jewelry and embroidered heels for a complete festive or wedding look.
Shipping : We generally** ship pan-India within 5–10 working days and internationally within 2–3 weeks. Enjoy free domestic shipping on prepaid orders above ₹5,000, and free international shipping above ₹1,00,000. Orders are dispatched Monday–Saturday; tracking details are shared via email or WhatsApp. COD is available domestically for orders up to ₹30,000.
Exchange Policy : Your satisfaction matters to us. Should you wish to exchange a product, kindly reach out within 24 hours of delivery at
chinayaonline@gmail.com
with your order details and images. Items must be returned unused, in original packaging with all tags intact, within 7 days of delivery. We offer a credit note valid for one year or exchange or same or same value product. Return shipping is borne by the customer. Customised and stitched-to-order pieces are not eligible for exchange. Exchanges are subject to stock availability.
SKU: STH-716
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2. Craft Vocabulary
Every listing names the exact weave technique — kadhwa, rangkat, meenakari, jamdani, tanchoi. A buyer who understands what they own, values it differently. We don't just sell you a saree. We want you to know it.
3. Women-Led
The Banarasi trade has historically been run by men. Chinaya Banaras was founded and led by Namrata Agrawal — a woman who wears these sarees. Built with a buyer's instinct, not a trader's margin. That difference shows.
4. Generational Craft
For 48 years, we've worked with the same Banarasi weaving families — watching their children learn the loom. That continuity keeps the craft consistent in ways no new brand can replicate quickly.
5. Customisation & Stitching
From fabric to finished garment, everything happens under our roof. Our in-house tailors stitch to your exact measurements. On select designs, colour customisation is available — worked directly through our manufacturing unit.
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Beautiful material! Absolutely loved it
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Madhavi Siva
A real Banarasi sari carries centuries of craft, and you can feel it the moment you hold one. Chinaya Banaras has that feeling.
My sari is beautifully woven. The zari work is fine and even, the silk drapes softly, and the colours are rich without being loud. You can tell it was made by skilled karigars in Varanasi, not in a factory somewhere else. It was also reassuring to know the silk is Silk Mark certified.
When I wore it, [to a wedding / festival / family function], I got so many compliments, and people asked where it was from.
Thank you, Chinaya Banaras, for keeping this heritage alive and making it so easy to own a piece of it. I'll definitely be back
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Gifted my mom a saree from Chinaya Banaras. She absolutely loved it. The quality is top notch and so are the designs.
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One of the best gifts I ever gave my mum. She doesn't skip a beat telling everyone how I, his son, a man, has a eye on what a good saree should be like. And honestly I don't. I just picked one that the website suggested and whose colour I liked. Thank you to the people behind chinaya for letting me get major brownie points from my mum.
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Absolutely. Maroon and deep red are quintessential colours for Karwa Chauth, Teej, and Durga Ashtami in Navratri — festivals where married women traditionally dress in auspicious reds and maroons to honour marriage, love, and the goddess. This Katan silk suit set with its sandal gold zari motifs and tasselled dupatta provides a complete, occasion-ready look for such festivals. It is significantly more comfortable to wear for the entire day of Karwa Chauth fasting than a heavy saree, making it a practical and culturally appropriate choice.
A Banarasi Katan silk salwar suit is significantly more practical than a lehenga for most wedding functions — it offers a complete outfit that is immediately wearable, does not require tailored petticoat alignment, and is far easier to dance and move in. A lehenga carries more bridal formality but is also heavier and more expensive. For women attending as guests, close family, or even as a bride at her own mehendi or sangeet, a richly worked Katan silk suit set provides 90% of the visual impact at a fraction of the practical burden.
For a December-January outdoor wedding, layer this maroon Katan silk suit set with a gold or ivory embroidered pashmina shawl over the shoulders — it provides warmth without covering the gold zari details of the kurta. Choose gold block-heeled footwear for outdoor terrain stability. Accessorise with antique gold polki sets that complement the warmth of the maroon-and-gold palette. For hair, a low bun with a maang tikka or small floral hairpin reads elegantly in winter wedding photography. Warm, deep-toned makeup — a bold maroon lip and champagne-toned eye — completes the look.
Maroon is one of the most favoured colours for winter weddings in North India — it resonates with warmth, celebration, and the colour psychology of the season. In the context of this Banarasi Katan silk suit set, maroon is elevated further through the sandal gold zari kadhwa motifs, which catch warm event lighting and create a richly textured appearance. For winter shamianas and banquet-hall weddings where ambient gold lighting is standard, maroon and gold is one of the most photogenic colour combinations possible.
Yes — the Maroon Banarasi Katan Silk Salwar Suit Set from Chinaya Banaras is one of the most highly recommended alternatives to a saree for wedding functions. The maroon Katan silk with sandal gold zari kadhwa motifs and a scalloped hemline gives it the visual richness and occasion-appropriateness of a silk saree without the complexity of draping. The coordinated dupatta with geometric zari borders and tassels completes the ensemble into a ready-to-wear bridal-adjacent look that is as formal as required.
This suit set sits comfortably in the formal-to-semi-formal range — the Katan silk fabric, kadhwa gold zari motifs, and scalloped border detail are too premium for a casual festive setting but not as heavy or bridal as a full embroidered lehenga or deeply worked saree. It is ideal for wedding receptions, engagement ceremonies, formal Diwali parties, and large family celebrations — occasions where you want to dress at the upper register of ethnic wear without going full bridal. It is a strong choice for women who attend 4–6 major weddings per season.
Yes — Katan silk is a firm yet breathable fabric that maintains its silhouette without feeling restrictive. The A-line kurta with round neckline and 3/4th sleeves is designed for extended wear comfort. The coordinated pants with scalloped edges do not pull or ride up, making them practical for sitting, standing, and moving through event spaces. The dupatta can be draped more loosely as the day progresses without detracting from the overall look. This suit set is consistently recommended for full-day wedding guests who need outfit durability across many hours.
Kadhwa is a specific technique of Banarasi brocade weaving where individual motifs are woven separately on the loom using a shuttle for each design element, rather than the continuous weaving of standard brocade. This allows for more precise, defined motifs with clean edges and no loose threads — a hallmark of high-quality Banarasi handloom work. Kadhwa motifs on Katan silk, as seen in this maroon suit set, are produced by skilled artisan weavers in Varanasi and take significantly longer to produce than standard jaal-woven designs, making them a mark of artisanal value.
The scalloped hemline with zari border is a design element rooted in Mughal-era Banarasi fashion, where intricate edging on kurtas was considered a marker of craftsmanship and nobility. On this maroon Katan silk kurta, the floral scalloped cutwork at the hemline creates a finished, artisanal look that distinguishes it from plain-hem alternatives. It also serves as a visual anchor at the bottom of the kurta — drawing attention to the hem detail and creating a balanced, proportionate silhouette when worn with the matching ankle-length pants.
For a wedding, pair this suit set with gold polki or kundan necklace in medium weight — avoid overly large pieces that compete with the zari motifs on the kurta. A pair of chandelier jhumka earrings in gold and red stone adds colour-coherent festivity. A pair of gold kadha bangles on one wrist and a polki or meenakari set on the other creates an elegant asymmetric layering. Footwear in gold khussa, embroidered kolhapuri heels, or block-heeled sandals completes the look with traditional finishing.
This suit set is most appropriate for wedding receptions, engagement ceremonies, cocktail functions, and sangeet evenings. Maroon is an auspicious and celebratory colour associated with prosperity and marital joy across most North Indian communities. The Katan silk fabric and gold zari detailing make it formal enough for evening reception settings, while the suit silhouette keeps it comfortable for multi-hour events. It is especially popular with mothers, aunties, and elder sisters of the bride who want to look traditional yet polished.
