Handdyed Katan Silk Red & Bermuda Blue Contrast Suit (T+B+D)

How does the red dupatta work with the aqua top?

The top is a soft aqua, and the dupatta is red that fades into aqua toward its ends. So the dupatta brings in the warm contrast while its edges pick up the same aqua as the kurta. It is a cool-and-warm pairing where the red frames your face and the aqua stays calm on the body.

Is the top fabric shiny or matte?

This one has a matte look rather than a gloss, with fine horizontal ribbing lines across the aqua. The ribbing gives it a woven texture you notice up close, while from a little distance it reads as a clean, soft colour. It looks light and easy rather than heavy.

Is the suit stitched or do I need a tailor?

It comes unstitched, as three separate lengths: top, bottom and dupatta. That means a tailor will make the kurta and bottom to your own size and style, whether you prefer a straight kurta, an A-line, or a shorter top with wider pants.

How big is the dupatta, and how does it drape?

The dupatta measures 2.3-2.4 metres long and 32-33 inches wide. That is enough to wear it on one shoulder, across both shoulders, or loosely pinned at the side. Since the colour changes along its length, try a drape that lets both the red and the aqua ends show.

How should I wash it?

Dry clean the first wash. After that, hand wash gently with a mild detergent, keep it separate from other clothes, and dry it in the shade. Do not wring hard or scrub, as katan silk and hand-dyed colour both prefer a light hand.

Will my set look exactly like the pictures?

Very close, but not identical. The colours are dyed by hand in Bhagalpur, so the exact point where the dupatta shifts from red to aqua, and the depth of each shade, can vary a little between pieces. Your screen may also show the colours slightly differently from the fabric.