Embroidered Lucid Kota Doria Green Suit (Top+Bottom+Dupatta)

Will this green suit work at a mehndi?

It will. It suits a mehndi as well as office wear, summer travel, kitty parties and festive days. The pink rose sprigs on the mint green ground already feel celebratory; keep the dupatta open so the embroidery shows, and add gold or oxidised jewellery.

What is the embroidery layout?

Vertical rows of rose sprig vines, pink flowers with dark green leaves, run down the mint green fabric, alternating with white dotted wavy lines. A scalloped edge finishes it. The thread embroidery is small and placed, so the suit reads light and fresh rather than heavy.

What does the set include?

Three unstitched pieces: embroidered Kota Doria top fabric of about 2.4 to 2.5 metres at 43 to 45 inches wide, bottom fabric of about 2.2 to 2.3 metres, and a dupatta of about 2.3 to 2.4 metres. You only need to add a lining and a tailor.

What can the bottom fabric be stitched into?

At about 2.2 to 2.3 metres, it suits a straight pant, cigarette pant or churidar for most sizes. A full salwar or a wide palazzo may need more, so show it to your tailor first. A cotton lining in the bottom keeps it opaque.

How do I wash it?

Hand wash gently in cold water with a mild detergent, and always wash it separately. Do not wring or scrub the embroidered parts. Dry it in the shade, then iron on a low setting from the reverse side so the embroidery is not flattened.

What is special about Kota Doria?

It is a lightweight, sheer fabric from Kota, Rajasthan, woven on traditional pit looms using a blend of cotton and silk yarns. It is known for its airy texture, fine checkered pattern and delicate drape, which is why it is so well suited to warm-weather clothing.