Embroidered Bold Kota Doria White Suit (Top+Bottom+Dupatta)

What colours are on the Bold?

Red and yellow, with touches of green. A red and yellow floral yoke traces the neckline, small floral sprigs on vines are scattered across the white top, and the dupatta is finished with a red scalloped edge. The white ground keeps the colours fresh.

How do I keep the Bold looking sharp?

Ask your tailor for clean, structured lines: a straight kurta with a mandarin or V neck, and an ankle-length straight pant from the bottom fabric. Starch lightly after washing for crispness, and pin the dupatta neatly on one shoulder.

Does it come stitched?

No, it is unstitched suit material. That means you choose the kurta length, neckline and sleeves, and whether the bottom becomes a salwar, straight pant or churidar. The top piece is about 2.4 to 2.5 metres and the bottom about 2.2 to 2.3 metres.

Is the fabric see-through? Will I need a lining?

Kota Doria is a sheer, airy weave, so most people line the kurta. The set does not list lining fabric, so buy about the same length of soft cotton or mul in a matching or skin-toned shade. A lining keeps the checks visible from outside while making the top comfortable for office wear.

How do I wash it?

Hand wash gently in cold water with a mild detergent, and wash it separately, at least the first few times. Do not wring or scrub the embroidered parts. Dry it in the shade, then iron on a low setting from the reverse side so the embroidery is not flattened.

Is Kota Doria pure cotton?

Not quite. Kota Doria is woven on traditional pit looms in Kota, Rajasthan, from a blend of cotton and silk yarns. Together they give the fabric its light, sheer feel, airy texture and delicate drape, and form the fine checkered pattern you can see across it.