Modern Kota Doria Red Blockprinted Suit (Top+Dupatta+Bottom)

How does the print read?

Curling leaves in red, pink and orange cover the white ground, finished with a leafy printed band at the hem. It is a lively, close-set print that looks full of colour from a distance, and the hem band gives the kurta a clear finishing line.

Why is the dupatta plain?

The dupatta is a solid red, which steadies the busy print and picks out its strongest colour. It also makes the set more flexible: the red dupatta goes with plain kurtas, and the printed top can be worn with other solid dupattas you already own.

Which occasions does it suit?

Festive wear comes first: the red dupatta makes it right for festivals and family celebrations. It is also easy for a kitty party or brunch, for the office with the dupatta worn lightly, and for dinner in the evening.

What fabric lengths are in the set?

The set has three unstitched Kota Doria lengths. The top is 2.4 to 2.5 metres at 44 to 45 inches wide, the bottom 2.4 to 2.5 metres at 42 inches wide, and the dupatta 2.3 to 2.4 metres at 32 to 33 inches wide.

Will the red run in the wash?

Strong reds in hand block printing need care. Wash the suit gently by hand in a mild detergent, keep the red dupatta away from the white-ground top while wet, and dry each piece in the shade rather than in direct sun.