Handdyed Katan Silk Gray & Yellow Contrast Suit (T+B+D)

What are the small flecks on the dark top?

The charcoal top has fine vertical lines with small flecks that have a slight metallic look and catch the light as you move. They sit on the slub texture of the katan silk, so the dark shade looks rich and textured instead of plain.

Does the soft yellow lift the dark top?

Yes. The charcoal-brown top is deep and grounding, and the pale yellow bottom brightens the whole look. The dupatta moves from yellow into the brown, so the light shade frames your face while the darker top keeps it sober enough for work.

What is in the package, and in what sizes?

Three unstitched pieces of katan silk: the top at 2.4-2.5 metres long and 44-45 inches wide, the bottom at 2.4-2.5 metres and 42 inches wide, and the dupatta at 2.3-2.4 metres and 32-33 inches wide. It is hand dyed in Bhagalpur.

Does the fabric look heavy?

No, it has a light look. The slub texture and fine lines give it some body visually, but it does not read as a stiff or heavy silk. That makes it easy to style for daytime as well as evenings.

How should I get it tailored?

Keep the kurta cut simple so the flecked fabric shows, for example a straight kurta with a plain round or V neck. Ask your tailor to run the lines straight down the body. A yellow straight pant or salwar from the bottom fabric gives the cleanest contrast.

How do I wash it?

First wash: dry clean. After that, hand wash gently with a mild detergent, separately from other clothes, and dry in the shade. Avoid wringing or scrubbing, which can roughen silk and disturb the flecked surface.