Blossom Leafy Blockprinted Khadi Silk Beige Suit (T+B+D)

What is the print on this Blossom leafy suit?

Red and olive leaf shapes are scattered all over a cream ground, with touches of maroon. The leaves are medium-sized and set at different angles, giving a lively, hand-stamped rhythm. The dupatta hem carries neat rows of red leaves, which frames the outfit.

What does the set include?

Unstitched khadi silk for all three pieces: a top of 2.4 to 2.5 metres (44 to 45 inches wide), a bottom of 2.4 to 2.5 metres (42 inches wide) and a dupatta of 2.3 to 2.4 metres (32 to 33 inches wide).

What bottom style works with it?

Straight pants or a classic salwar both suit the scattered leaf print. For a sleeker look, keep the kurta knee-length with side slits and the pants ankle-length. Maroon or olive piping on the kurta hem and pant cuffs ties back to the leaves.

Why do the leaves look slightly different from each other?

Each leaf is stamped by hand with a wooden block, so the depth of colour, the edges and the spacing change slightly with every impression. These small irregularities are what hand block printing looks like, and they make each set its own.

How should I look after it?

Use a gentle hand wash with mild detergent, and wash it separately to keep the cream ground fresh around the red and olive leaves. Do not soak it or leave it bunched up wet. Dry in shade and iron on the reverse at medium heat.