Abstract Katan Silk Tie Dyed Gray & Beige Suit (T+B+D)

How does the grey and coral combination wear?

The slate-grey top is muted and calm, while the coral-red bottom adds warmth below. Worn together they read polished rather than loud. Later you can pair the top with a plain grey or black pant from your wardrobe for a quieter look.

Are the dashes on the top printed?

They are woven. The top is Katan silk with jacquard weaving, which creates the rows of small pale dashes across the fabric. The weave also has a soft sheen, so the top catches light gently in the evening.

What is included in the package?

Three unstitched pieces: top, bottom and dupatta. The top and bottom are Katan silk, and the dupatta is Resam silk with a marble print in red, grey and beige swirls. You tailor the top and bottom to your own measurements.

How much fabric is there for each piece?

The top is 2.4-2.5 metres long and 44-45 inches wide, the bottom 2.4-2.5 metres long and 42 inches wide, and the dupatta 2.3-2.4 metres long and 32-33 inches wide. Share these numbers with your tailor before deciding on sleeves, length and flare.

Will my set look exactly like the photos?

Not exactly. The set is hand tie-dyed and the dupatta carries a marble print, so the swirls and shading can shift a little from piece to piece. Small irregularities are part of handcrafted work. Screen settings can also make the colours look slightly different.

What is the right way to care for it?

Dry clean it for the first wash. Then hand wash gently in a mild detergent, separately from other clothes, and dry in the shade. Iron on a low silk setting, ideally on the reverse, to protect the sheen of the woven top.