Katan Silk Handcrafted Green Suit (T+B+D)

What is the pattern on this suit?

The top is a soft mint green with small dark cross-shaped motifs arranged in neat vertical rows. The motifs are small, so the pattern looks orderly and fine rather than busy. The finish is matte, which keeps it understated.

Does the dupatta match the top?

It belongs to the same set and colour. Instead of rows, the dupatta has the small dark motifs scattered across the mint green. That gives it a looser, more relaxed look while still matching the top.

What lengths come in the set?

The top fabric is 2.4-2.5 metres long and 44-45 inches wide, the bottom 2.4-2.5 metres and 42 inches wide, and the dupatta 2.3-2.4 metres and 32-33 inches wide. All three are unstitched katan silk, hand dyed in Bhagalpur.

Any tip for tailoring the top?

Ask your tailor to keep the rows of motifs straight down the front and to centre one row on the placket or neckline. That keeps the pattern looking deliberate. A straight kurta with straight pants or a salwar suits the neat layout.

How do I care for it?

Dry clean the first wash. After that, hand wash gently with a mild detergent, separately from other clothes, and dry in the shade. Avoid scrubbing over the motifs or wringing the fabric hard, as both are rough on silk and on hand-dyed colour.

Will every motif look exactly the same?

No. The patterns are made by hand dyeing, so the small motifs can differ slightly in shape and spacing. Those minor irregularities are part of handcrafted fabric, and the mint shade may also look a little different on screen.