Embroidered Tranquil Kota Doria Suit (Top+Dupatta)

What colour is this suit?

It is a soft aqua-mint. Screens vary, so it may look slightly bluer or greener in person; match your bottom and lining once you can see the fabric in daylight. White, pale yellow or navy all sit well with it.

How is the embroidery laid out?

Instead of a neckline yoke, a single trail of yellow and blue flowers with green leaves runs diagonally across the top. The dupatta picks up the yellow with dotted stitched lines and a small buti. It is an unusual, asymmetric design that looks modern.

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

Kota Doria is a sheer, airy weave, so most people line the kurta. No lining comes with the set, so buy about the same length of soft cotton or mul in a matching or skin-toned shade. A lining keeps the fine checks visible from outside while making the top comfortable for office wear.

What care does the embroidery need?

Treat it gently. Hand wash with mild detergent, keep it apart from other clothes, and press the embroidered areas from the back with a towel underneath. Dry in the shade rather than strong sun. Store it folded in a cotton cloth so the threads do not snag.

Who makes the suit?

The set is made at our own Indiehaat unit in Kota, Rajasthan, where master artisan Haq Nawaz oversees the work. Being handcrafted, no two pieces are absolutely identical; slight irregularities in the weave or stitching are the mark of hand processes, not faults.

How long is the dupatta and how can I wear it?

About 2.3 to 2.4 metres. That is enough for a classic one-shoulder drape, a both-shoulder drape for festive days, or a casual loop around the neck. Kota Doria is light, so a single safety pin on the shoulder is usually all you need.