Katan Silk Magnificent Embroidered Green Suit (T+B+D)

How are the flower buti placed on this set?

Small two-tone flowers in pink, yellow and black thread are spaced evenly over the whole fabric on a soft sage base. From a distance the pattern reads as fine colourful flecks, and up close each little embroidered flower is clearly visible.

What should I pair with the silver detail?

The dupatta has a silver-striped edge and tassels, so silver or oxidised jewellery sits naturally with it. For a touch of colour, pick up the pink or yellow from the buti in your footwear or bag. Keep makeup light to match the soft base.

What can I have made from the bottom fabric?

The bottom piece is 2.4 to 2.5 metres long and 42 inches wide. Straight pants, cigarette pants or a classic salwar are easy cuts from it. For a very full salwar or wide palazzo, check with your tailor that the length suits that style.

Should I add a lining?

The set contains the top, bottom and dupatta fabric only, so lining is not included. If you prefer more coverage or a smoother feel against the skin, ask your tailor to line the kurta with a thin cotton in a shade close to the base.

Why is a dry clean suggested for the first wash?

Silk and embroidery thread together are best handled gently, and a dry clean is the safer start. From the second wash on, a gentle hand wash with a mild detergent, kept separate from other clothes and dried in the shade, keeps the set in good condition.

Where is it made?

This set comes from our Bhagalpur hub. It is Katan silk, a traditional fabric made from pure silk threads, and each set is handcrafted, so small irregularities in the embroidery are natural and part of what makes it yours.