Handpainted Melodic Kota Doria Pink Suit (Top & Dupatta)

What are the motifs on the Melodic suit?

Red and blue daisies with olive-green leaves are painted in a bold vertical bunch on a rose-pink ground. Red sitting with blue gives the Melodic suit a playful contrast against the mid-tone pink base. Each flower is brushed by hand at our Kota unit under master artisan Haq Nawaz.

Can I wear it beyond the office?

Yes. It is a dependable office suit, and it carries easily to a kitty party or brunch. The mid-tone pink and the gold-edged dupatta also let it work for festive occasions and for an evening dinner, especially with statement earrings and the dupatta draped across both shoulders.

What is the dupatta like?

It is sheer Kota Doria with painted floral vines along the edges and a gold-toned trim. The trim adds a light shine, and the vines pick up the daisies on the kurta. It is about 2.3 to 2.4 metres long.

Any stitching tips for this set?

The set is unstitched: top fabric of 2.4 to 2.5 metres, 43 to 45 inches wide, plus the dupatta, with no bottom. Ask your tailor to centre the daisy bunch on the front panel before cutting, add a soft cotton lining, and keep the neckline simple so the painting stays the focus.

Is the fabric see-through?

Yes. Kota Doria is an open, airy weave, which is why it is so comfortable in warm weather. Line the kurta with a pink or skin-tone cotton for coverage. The dupatta is best left sheer.

How should I wash it?

Hand wash only, gently, with a mild detergent in cold water. Wash it separately, do not wring or scrub the painted areas, and dry in the shade. Store it folded in a cotton cloth bag.