Elegant Chanderi Silk Hand Chikankari White Dupatta

What motifs does the Elegant dupatta have?

Tree-shaped buti are hand embroidered in chikankari across the body, and the end panel switches to a diamond lattice. The trees keep the body light and airy, while the lattice gives the ends a fuller, more worked look when the dupatta hangs from the shoulder.

Is the work visible on such a light fabric?

Yes, but softly. The embroidery is white on white Chanderi, so it reads as texture and shadow rather than colour. It is most visible over a darker kurta, where the sheer fabric lets the colour through and the motifs stand out against it.

Is it suitable for workwear?

Yes, workwear is where it leads. A white chikankari dupatta over a plain kurta looks polished but not overdone at the office. It also suits kitty parties and brunches, and with a richer kurta and gold jewellery it carries well into festive gatherings.

What size is it?

It is about 2.3 to 2.4 metres long and 35 to 36 inches wide, roomy enough to drape over both shoulders or pin on one side with a long fall. The copper-gold edge and tassels finish the ends neatly whichever way you wear it.

How should I store it?

Keep it folded in a separate bag in a dry place. Change the folds and air it now and then so the fine Chanderi does not mark along creases. Cleaning should be dry cleaning only, which keeps the hand embroidery and the edge in good shape.