Katan Silk Kinetic Handcrafted Orange Suit (T+B+D)

What's woven on this suit?

The top fabric is orange with fine vertical stripes dotted with small open eyelet-like details, woven in jacquard. The dupatta is a plain orange with grey stripe bands at its ends, finished with tassels. Together it is a mellow, easy shade for office days and brunches.

What do I get in the package?

Three unstitched pieces: fabric for the top, fabric for the bottom and a dupatta. You'll need a tailor for the kurta and bottom. The top fabric is 2.4 to 2.5 metres at 44 to 45 inches wide, and the bottom fabric is 2.4 to 2.5 metres at 42 inches.

How do I style this set for a brunch?

Keep it fresh: a straight kurta, plain straight pants, tan juttis and small gold earrings. A teal or turquoise bag adds a cheerful contrast. Drape the dupatta loosely on one shoulder so the striped ends show.

How do I wash it?

We recommend dry cleaning for the first wash. After that, hand wash gently in mild detergent, separately from other clothes, and dry in the shade. Don't wring or scrub the woven motifs; press the water out in a towel instead.

What can the bottom fabric be made into?

The bottom piece is 2.4 to 2.5 metres long and 42 inches wide, which suits a salwar, straight pants, cigarette pants or a churidar. For very wide palazzos, check the fabric with your tailor first, and plan the cut so it sits well with the striped top.

Is the dupatta wide enough to cover the head?

At 32 to 33 inches wide and 2.3 to 2.4 metres long, it can be draped over the head for a festive gathering, though it will sit closer to the face than a wider dupatta would. Pin it lightly so the silk doesn't slip.

How does Katan silk feel to wear?

Katan silk has a smooth surface and a fine texture, so it feels polished against the skin. It is a much-loved silk in Indian textile traditions, and the jacquard stripes add subtle woven interest, so the set is easy to dress up for an evening dinner or keep simple for work.