Embroidered Kota Doria Suit Sky Blue (Top+Dupatta+Bottom)

Does sky blue suit summer?

It is one of the most summery shades there is. On light Kota Doria, with white flower sprays and paisley panels across the set and embroidered border bands at the hem, it looks fresh and cool. Line it with white or pale blue cotton to keep the colour light.

How should I stitch the bottom?

The bottom fabric is embroidered as well, so an ankle-length straight pant or narrow palazzo shows it best. At about 2.4 to 2.5 metres and 42 inches wide, it covers those styles for most sizes. Keep the kurta at knee length so the embroidered border bands at its hem show.

Is the suit stitched?

No, it is unstitched suit material, so the kurta and bottom are made to your measurements. The top piece is about 2.4 to 2.5 metres, the bottom about 2.4 to 2.5 metres, and the dupatta about 2.3 to 2.4 metres. Plan for a cotton lining as well.

How sheer is Kota Doria, and what goes under it?

It is light and translucent, which is exactly why it is so cool in summer. Ask your tailor to attach a cotton lining to the top, or wear a fitted cotton slip underneath. Leave the dupatta unlined; its sheerness is part of its charm and it drapes better that way.

What care does the embroidery need?

Treat it gently. Hand wash with mild detergent, keep it apart from other clothes, and press the embroidered areas from the back with a towel underneath. Dry in the shade rather than strong sun. Store it folded in a cotton cloth so the threads do not snag.

Where is it made?

It is handcrafted at the Indiehaat unit in Kota, Rajasthan, under master artisan Haq Nawaz. Kota Doria takes its name from Kota, where this light fabric is woven, so the cloth and the embroidery come from the same town. Small variations between pieces are part of that handwork.