Noor-e-Banaras Thread Work Cotton Suit (T+B+D) Sky Blue

What makes the neck of this Noor-e-Banaras suit stand out?

The top fabric carries a leaf-shaped neck panel in thread embroidery, worked in a contrasting green so it frames the face once stitched. The rest of the body has small triangle butis spaced across it, which keeps the look light and lets the neck panel do the talking.

What is the dupatta border like?

The dupatta hem has a floral border of lotus flowers and reeds in thread embroidery, with touches of green and lavender. It picks up the same palette as the neck panel, so the set looks put together even if you wear the kurta with a plain bottom.

What do I get in the set?

You get three unstitched fabric pieces in Banarasi cotton: top fabric of 2.5 to 3 metres, bottom fabric of 2.4 to 2.5 metres and a dupatta of 2.4 to 2.5 metres. You can have it tailored to your own measurements, sleeve length and neckline.

Where can I wear it?

It sits most naturally in office and workwear, where the matte cotton and small butis look neat without being loud. It also works for summer days and travel, kitty parties and brunches, and with the embroidered dupatta draped well, for festive get-togethers too.

How do I wash it?

Dry cleaning is preferred. If you wash at home, use a gentle handwash with mild detergent, wash it separately and dry it in shade. Iron on the reverse side so the thread embroidery on the neck panel and border keeps its texture.

Is it comfortable in warm weather?

Yes. Banarasi cotton is soft and breathable, and the full unstitched set weighs around 500 gm. With a matte finish and only placed embroidery, it stays easy to wear through a long day in the heat.