Embroidered Textured Kota Doria Suit Yellow (Top+Bottom+Dupatta)

How much texture does this suit have?

Plenty. The lemon yellow top carries white floral vine embroidery, the bottom has a patterned eyelet cutwork finish, and the sheer dupatta adds a light layer, all over Kota Doria's fine checkered weave. Together the layers give it a rich, tactile surface.

Can I wear the yellow to a haldi?

Yes; it suits a haldi, and yellow is the traditional colour. It is made mainly for office wear, and also works for office parties, summer travel, kitty parties and festive days. For a haldi, pair it with floral jewellery.

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.

Can I put it in the washing machine?

We would not. Hand wash it gently with a mild detergent, separately from other clothes, and dry it in the shade. The open Kota weave, the white thread embroidery and the cutwork are delicate, so gentle handling keeps them looking their best for longer.

Where is it made?

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