Pankhudi Verdure Green Kota Cotton Embroidered Suit (T+D)

What are the tulips like on this suit?

Teal-blue tulips with peach and green leaf vines are embroidered in a floral band along the hem of the light pistachio green top, with smaller sprigs scattered above it. Blue on green gives the set a cool, garden-fresh look that suits daylight.

How can I style this suit for a mehndi?

Choose a yellow, pink or gold bottom, open the dupatta across both shoulders, and add playful jewellery: jhumkas, bangles and a bright potli. It is made for mehndi as well as office wear, office parties, kitty parties, festive days and summer travel.

What comes in the Pankhudi set?

Two unstitched pieces in Kota cotton: embroidered top fabric of about 2.4 to 2.5 metres, and a dupatta of the same length. A bottom is not included, so plan a salwar, palazzo or pant to go with it. The top needs a tailor; the dupatta is ready to wear.

Will the top be see-through?

Kota cotton is light and airy, and the fabric has a sheer look, so a lining is a good idea. Ask your tailor for a thin cotton or mul lining; it keeps the kurta breathable while giving it enough body to look polished for office.

Is 2.4 to 2.5 metres enough for a kurta?

For most sizes it covers a knee or calf-length kurta with sleeves. If you want extra flare, a long anarkali, or you wear a larger size, check with your tailor before cutting. Keep the embroidered tulip band at the hem of the kurta so it frames the lower edge.

How should I wash it?

Gently, by hand, with a mild detergent. Wash it separately and dry it in the shade. Avoid wringing the embroidered parts; press out water with a towel instead. Iron on a medium setting from the reverse side, keeping direct heat off the embroidery.