Handpainted Idyllic Kota Doria Blue Suit (Top & Dupatta)

What is painted on the Idyllic suit?

The Idyllic suit pairs purple and magenta daisies with green leaves on a sky-blue ground, arranged as one bold vertical bunch. The jewel-toned flowers stand out clearly against the cool, light base. Every daisy is painted by hand at our Kota unit under master artisan Haq Nawaz, so each one carries its own brush character.

Does the dupatta have any detailing?

Yes. The sheer dupatta carries painted floral vines along its edges and a gold-toned trim. The trim gives a gentle shine against the sky-blue, and the vines echo the daisies on the kurta. It is about 2.3 to 2.4 metres long.

Will the flowers on mine match the pictures exactly?

They will be very close, with small differences. Since each motif is painted by hand, petal shapes, spacing and colour depth can vary a little between pieces. Your screen settings may also shift how the colours look. Those slight variations are what you expect from real brushwork.

How see-through is the fabric?

Kota Doria is sheer, so the kurta should be lined. A sky-blue or white cotton lining keeps the colour clean and lets the purple and magenta flowers stand out. The dupatta is meant to stay sheer and unlined.

How much fabric do I get for stitching?

The set is unstitched. The top fabric is 2.4 to 2.5 metres long and 43 to 45 inches wide, and the dupatta is about 2.3 to 2.4 metres. A bottom is not included. Ask your tailor to plan the cut around the daisy bunch so it sits on the front.

How should I wash it?

By hand, gently, in cold water with a mild detergent and on its own. Avoid rubbing the painted areas or the trim, press the water out without wringing, and dry it in the shade.