The print

Two colours and nothing else. Floral, paisley and geometric blocks repeat in white across a bold red ground, gathering into prominent rectangular bands that frame the ends of the dupatta and the hem of the tunic while the body stays sparse. A monochrome pairing is unforgiving, which is why the crispness of each impression matters here more than on a busier set.

Styling

This is the one to keep for festivals and day weddings, where red does the work and the white keeps it from looking heavy. A plain red bottom, a straight kurta and the printed hem left uncut is the cleanest way to stitch it. Gold jewellery, and nothing on the wrists if the dupatta is draped wide.

The details

Top: 2.5 m, 44 to 45 inches wide
Bottom: 2.5 m, 44 to 45 inches wide
Dupatta: 2.5 m, 35 to 36 inches wide
Weight: 600 to 650 g for all three pieces together
Stitching: tailor it to your exact fit, up to 4XL, with the length customised for larger sizes
Lining: not needed, the fabric is opaque; add one only to elevate the look
Care: dry clean the first wash, then a gentle cold hand wash
Dispatch: next working day, even though every metre is block printed by hand

Look closely at where the paisleys meet and you will see the small joins that mark hand block work.

Red & White Block Print Katan Silk Suit | Kinara