Chikankari Pure Chanderi Silk Poetic Blue Kurta & Dupatta

What is the colour story of the set?

The kurta is a soft sky blue with white chikankari florals on the yoke, which stand out clearly. The dupatta pairs blue with maroon tie-dye and a gold edge, a warm-and-cool contrast that makes the set feel more dressy than the kurta alone.

How should I style it?

For work, pair it with a white straight pant and minimal silver. For a festive day or an office party, a wine or maroon palazzo picks up the dupatta's tie-dye, and gold jhumkas warm the look. Rose or berry lip colours complement the combination.

Does the set come stitched?

No. Both pieces come as unstitched fabric: a kurta length of 2.9 to 3.0 metres with the chikankari already worked on it, and a dupatta of 2.4 to 2.5 metres. Your tailor cuts the kurta to your measurements, neckline and sleeve length, so the fit is entirely yours.

Will the kurta need a lining?

We would suggest one. Chanderi has a light, slightly sheer texture, so a soft cotton lining gives the kurta more body and opacity and keeps the back of the chikankari from rubbing against the skin. Choose a lining close to the kurta colour so the two read as one.

Is the chikankari done by hand?

Yes. Chikankari is a hand-embroidery tradition from Lucknow, and the set is handcrafted. The motifs on the yoke and the scattered buttis are worked stitch by stitch, so small differences in spacing or thread tension are signs of handwork, not flaws.

Will the dupatta's colour run?

The dupatta is hand-dyed, so dry cleaning is preferred. If you wash it, wash it on its own in cold water and dry it in the shade, out of direct sun. Never soak it or leave it damp and folded; let it dry fully before you put it away.