Embroidered Poised Khadi Cotton Gray Suit (T+B+D) Piece

What does this colourway look like?

The base is a cool blue-grey, scattered with small pink and yellow floral butis with hints of green. The dupatta is a lighter shade than the top, so the outfit has a soft tonal layering rather than one flat colour.

How do the floral butis look on the grey?

Pink and yellow are warm colours, so against the cool grey base the small butis stand out clearly and keep the set cheerful. The flowers are small and evenly scattered, which gives a quiet, all-over pattern rather than a bold statement.

Is it stitched, and what is in the box?

It is unstitched. You get fabric for a top (2.4 to 2.5 metres, 44 to 45 inches wide), a bottom (2.4 to 2.5 metres, 42 inches wide) and a dupatta (2.3 to 2.4 metres, 32 to 33 inches wide), ready for your tailor.

What occasions is it suited to?

Its home ground is the office, where the cool grey looks calm and professional. It also travels well through summer, holds its own at an office party with some silver jewellery, and is relaxed enough for a kitty lunch or brunch.

Why should I wash it separately?

The top and dupatta are different shades and the embroidery uses several thread colours, so washing it separately with a mild detergent is the careful choice. Hand wash gently and dry in the shade. Keeping it away from whites also protects your other clothes.

Is the texture smooth or rough?

Somewhere in between. Khadi cotton has a natural slub, small thick and thin spots in the yarn, which give it a soft, slightly textured surface. Minor irregularities like these are part of its handcrafted character and vary a little from piece to piece.