Glimmering Kota Doria Gota Patti Red Suit

What is special about the gota on the Glimmering red?

The yoke mixes silver-gold gota with small orange fabric flowers, arranged around a deep round neckline and down the placket. Thin gota strings with small drops hang from the yoke like latkans, so the neckline has movement as well as shine.

How is the dupatta decorated?

The red dupatta has a broad gold zari border along both long edges and small gota florets scattered across it. A plain red bottom fabric goes with it, and each piece is 2.4 to 2.5 metres.

Which occasions suit it?

Festive occasions lead, as the orange flowers on red with gota and sequins give it a cheerful, celebratory feel. It also suits a sangeet or cocktail evening, a dinner out, and an office party. Gold jhumkas and a matching potli complete the look.

Is the set stitched?

No. You get unstitched fabric for the top, bottom and dupatta, each 2.4 to 2.5 metres. That gives your tailor enough to cut a straight or A-line kurta and a salwar, pants or palazzo.

Is Kota Doria see-through?

Yes, it is a sheer, lightweight fabric with an open checked weave. Plan a soft cotton lining for the kurta in a matching red; lining is not part of the set.

How do I keep the gota shining?

Hand wash gently with a mild detergent, separately, and dry it in the shade. Do not wring it, keep perfume off the gota, and iron on low from the reverse.