Graceful Khadi Cotton Wax Batik Hand Dyed Green Suit (T+B+D)

What is the pattern on the Graceful top?

A diagonal lattice of cream batik lines over a lime-olive green, which gives a checked, criss-cross effect across the whole top. It's a neat, regular pattern that looks tidy for office wear.

How does the pink come in?

The bottom is a pink with cream floral motifs, and the dupatta is pink with batik florals, shading into green at one end. Green with pink is a fresh, cheerful combination, and the dupatta links the two.

Can I wear it to work every week?

Yes, though a mehndi is its first occasion, where the playful green looks fresh and cheerful. For work, khadi is breathable and durable, and you can vary it easily: wear the top with your own white or beige pants sometimes and the pink bottom at other times. It also suits festivals and summer travel.

What are the dimensions?

Top: about 2.4 to 2.5 metres long, 44 to 45 inches wide. Bottom: about 2.4 to 2.5 metres long, 42 inches wide. Dupatta: 2.3 to 2.4 metres long, 32 to 33 inches wide. All unstitched.

Will the dye bleed?

Hand-dyed colour may bleed slightly, so wash each piece separately, especially the pink and the green. Use cold water and a mild detergent, avoid long soaks, and dry in the shade.

Why does the fabric have a slight slub?

That is the natural texture of khadi cotton. The slight slub and unevenness you see and feel are part of the fabric's character, not flaws, and they give the batik lattice a soft, hand-done look. Khadi is breathable and becomes softer and more comfortable the more you wear and wash it.