Silkmark Tussar Beige Madhubani Beaming Dupatta & Gray Top

What palette does the dupatta use?

Mostly pink and grey ink line work, with touches of black, on a cream ground. A large triangular diamond lattice fills the pallu panel, bands of fish and triangles run across the end, small stars are scattered in, and a pink-grey zigzag edges the sides.

What colour is the top?

The top is a dark slate grey, deep enough to read almost charcoal. It suits the pink-and-grey dupatta well; beige or grey bottoms complete it, and oxidised silver jewellery fits the palette and keeps it smart for the office.

Where do the fabric and the art come from?

The tussar silk comes from Bhagalpur, where much of it is produced and is known as Bhagalpur silk. The Madhubani style comes from the Mithila region, particularly the villages of Bihar, where it is also called Mithila painting.

Will the Madhubani colours run?

Keep the set away from water and leave cleaning to a dry cleaner, since it is dry clean only. Avoid spills and do not spray perfume directly on the printed area. Between wears, store it in a separate bag in a dry place.

Could the shade differ slightly from what I see online?

A little, yes. Phone and laptop displays render colour differently, so what you see on screen is a close guide rather than an exact match. Handcrafted pieces also vary slightly, so the tone of the tussar may differ a touch from one set to the next.

Are small irregularities a defect?

No. Minor irregularities are part of handcrafted products: a slightly uneven line in the Madhubani or a variation in the tussar's texture and tone. They are what make each set individual, and why no two dupattas look exactly alike.