Handdyed Katan Silk Warm Red & Black Contrast Suit (T+B+D)

Which colour leads in this set?

The coral red does. It is on the kurta fabric, so it is the colour people see first, while the black bottom grounds it. The dupatta shades from black into coral, carrying the dark tone up and blending it into the red. The overall look is warm and bright with a strong, neat base.

What do the pale lines on the coral do?

Fine pale horizontal lines run across the coral top, over the slub of katan silk. They break up the red so it looks textured and softer than a flat solid. From a distance the top reads as a warm coral; up close you see the fine lines.

What fabric lengths come in the set?

Top: 2.4-2.5 metres, 44-45 inches wide. Bottom: 2.4-2.5 metres, 42 inches wide. Dupatta: 2.3-2.4 metres, 32-33 inches wide. All three are unstitched katan silk, hand dyed in Bhagalpur, so your tailor can cut the kurta and bottom to your own size and style.

What can I make from the black bottom fabric?

At 2.4-2.5 metres and 42 inches wide, ask your tailor what fits your size and style, whether straight pants, a salwar or a churidar. Black is the easiest piece to reuse, so a simple cut lets you pair it with other kurtas as well.

Should I wash the pieces together?

No. Wash each piece separately, so the black bottom and coral top stay clean. Dry clean the first wash, then hand wash gently in cold water with a mild detergent and dry in the shade. Avoid soaking or wringing.

Will the colour match what I see on screen?

It will be close, but screens show colour differently, so the coral can look brighter or deeper depending on your display. Hand dyeing also means each set varies slightly in shade and in where the dupatta fade begins.