Timeless Khadi Cotton Handcrafted Yellow Suit (T+B+D)

What does the top fabric look like up close?

It is a soft, pale yellow with vertical tonal stripes running down the length and the natural slub texture of khadi. The pattern is subtle, so from a few feet away the top reads as a soft textured yellow rather than a busy print.

What about the dupatta?

The dupatta is a natural beige khadi with yellow border bands, picking up the colour of the top. It measures 2.3 to 2.4 metres by 32 to 33 inches, and together with the yellow top it gives the set a calm, coordinated look.

Will the top need a lining?

Lighter shades of khadi can show a little in strong sunlight, so hold the top fabric up to daylight before stitching and decide with your tailor. A thin cotton lining keeps the breathability while adding cover, if you want it.

How should I wash it?

Hand wash gently in cold water with a mild detergent, and wash it separately, since the colour is hand-dyed and may release a little in the first washes. Dry it in the shade, not in direct sun, which keeps the yellow from fading.

How much fabric is in the set?

You get 2.4 to 2.5 metres for the top at 44 to 45 inches wide, 2.4 to 2.5 metres for the bottom at 42 inches wide, and a dupatta of 2.3 to 2.4 metres. All three pieces come unstitched, so you can choose the cut.

Where does the set come from?

It comes from Bhagalpur in Bihar, and the colour is dyed by hand. Khadi carries its own history from India's independence movement, and is valued for its natural texture, breathability and the self-reliance it stands for.