Elegant Hand Dyed Pure Organza Black Dupatta

Which occasions does it suit?

It leans festive first: the dark sheer body with antique gold looks rich at family celebrations and festive gatherings. It's also sharp enough for the office over a plain kurta, and at a kitty party or brunch it gives a simple suit a dressier edge.

What should I wear it with?

Black sharpens white, ivory and pastel suits, deepens a red or mustard outfit, and looks smart over a black kurta for a tonal look. The antique gold border pairs well with antique or oxidised gold jewellery, more than with very shiny pieces.

What's the border like?

A wide antique-gold border runs along both long edges and across the ends. The muted gold tone looks rich against the dark sheer body and gives the dupatta a slightly vintage feel, which suits festive evenings as well as a smart office look.

How transparent is it?

Organza is sheer, and that shows even on a dark shade: your outfit shows through it as a smoky layer. That tinted effect is what makes dark organza look so graceful over light colours. Fold it double if you want more coverage across the front.

How do I keep the colour deep?

Dry clean where you can. If you hand wash, use cold water and a mild detergent, and wash it alone, as the care for this hand-dyed piece asks. Dry it in the shade rather than the sun, and iron on low with a cloth on top.