Exquisite Hand Dyed Pure Organza Beige Dupatta

What does the border add?

The body is a warm caramel-beige, and a wide gold border runs along both long sides and across the ends. Because the body and border are close in tone, the effect is soft and rich rather than high contrast, which makes it very easy to wear.

What does it pair with?

Beige is a quiet neutral that warms up whatever it's worn with. Try it over white, ivory, olive, maroon, rust or brown suits. It also works with pastels like blush and sage for a soft look. Gold jewellery and juttis tie in with the border.

Is it pure silk organza?

It's organza silk: a sheer, lightweight fabric made from silk fibres, with a fine weave that gives it crispness and a soft sheen. It's hand dyed in Bhagalpur, so slight shade variations between pieces are natural.

How does it fall when worn?

Organza has a crisp texture and a subtle sheen, and it is light and sheer, so the dupatta looks polished without weighing an outfit down. Drape it lightly pleated on one shoulder or loosely across both; at 2.3 to 2.4 metres long and 35 to 36 inches wide, there's plenty of fabric for either style.

What's the best way to wash it?

Dry cleaning is preferred. If you'd rather wash it at home, hand wash gently with a mild detergent, separately from other clothes, and dry it in the shade. Avoid wringing, and iron on a low setting to keep the organza crisp.

Will it crease in storage?

Organza can take sharp creases if it's folded tightly. Roll it, or fold it loosely with a soft cotton cloth between the layers, and keep it somewhere dry. A light press on low heat clears any creases that do form.