Kosha Saaz Pure Mul Cotton Applique Dupatta Royal Blue

How is the Kosha Saaz patchwork border made?

The body of the dupatta is left plain, and the craft is concentrated at the edges. Printed fabric panels with tree and paisley patterns in red, orange, green and yellow are cut and stitched on as a wide border along both sides and the hem. Small mirror motifs sit in the border, and tassels finish the ends.

Does the plain body make it easy to style?

Yes. With a solid centre and all the colour at the edges, it can go over a printed kurta without clashing, since only the border meets the print. Over a plain white, yellow or orange kurta, the border picks up the outfit and the royal blue does the rest.

Where can I wear it?

It suits festive days, kitty parties and brunches, and summer outings or travel. The pure mul cotton is soft, airy and lightweight, so it is easy to carry through a warm day. For brunch, a plain white kurta lets the patchwork border stand out; for festive wear, add a plain silk kurta and simple jewellery.

How long and wide is it?

It is 2.4 to 2.5 metres long and 35 to 36 inches wide. That is enough to wear it pleated on one shoulder, spread across both shoulders so the side borders frame the front, or wrapped around you as a light shawl on a cooler evening.

Will the border colours run in the wash?

With several coloured patches on one piece, care matters. Dry clean is preferred. If you wash at home, hand wash gently in cold water with a mild detergent, wash it separately, do not leave it soaking, and dry it in the shade.