Rooh Rang Kota Doria Wax Batik Suit (T+B+D) Cocoa Brown

What is an ogee lattice?

An ogee is an onion-dome curve, and here those curves join into a dense white lattice with small flowers inside, covering the plum-brown kurta. It is a classic Indian textile layout, and in hand batik the curves carry a slight, natural unevenness.

What's on the bottom?

The bottom is maroon with flower motifs, which picks up the flowers inside the lattice while staying in the same warm colour family. Together the set looks rich and settled rather than high-contrast.

How is the dupatta finished?

It carries a lattice band that repeats the kurta pattern, with tassels at the ends. The dupatta is sheer and light, so it adds a finished border without hiding the kurta print beneath it.

Do I get it stitched or as fabric?

As fabric. The set comes unstitched, with 2.4 to 2.5 metres for the top, 2.4 to 2.5 metres for the bottom and 2.3 to 2.4 metres for the dupatta, so the fit is entirely yours.

How comfortable is Kota Doria in summer?

Very. Pure cotton Kota Doria is woven with an open check that lets air move through, so it stays cool against the skin. The fabric is light with a soft drape, which makes it easy to wear through a long summer day at the office or while travelling.

How do I care for it?

Gentle handwash with a mild detergent, washed apart from other clothes because the dyes are applied by hand. Don't wring or soak it; dry it in shade and iron on low heat.