Noor-e-Banaras Cotton Suit (T+B+D) Thread Work Bright Pink

Where does the bird border appear?

The wide gold border with colourful birds and florals runs along the dupatta and appears along the hem as well, so the border repeats across the set. Make sure your tailor keeps the bordered edge for the kurta hem or sleeves when cutting, so it isn't lost in a seam.

How do the gold stripes work with the base?

Gold vertical stripes run through the saturated pink, with small gold diamond butis between them. The gold gives a soft sheen, and the accents of green, yellow and purple in the border keep the whole look festive without being heavy.

Can I wear it beyond festivals?

Festive wear is where it shines first. Because it's cotton, it also works for office days in a simple straight cut, for everyday wear when you want colour, and for kitty parties with the dupatta draped casually on one shoulder.

Is there any neck detailing?

Yes, there's a yoke area at the neck of the top fabric. Centre it when the neckline is cut so the pattern frames your face evenly, and choose a neckline shape that doesn't slice through the work.

Will I need to get it tailored?

Yes, it's an unstitched set of top fabric (2.5 to 3 metres), bottom fabric (2.4 to 2.5 metres) and a 2.4 to 2.5 metre dupatta. Tailoring lets you pick your fit and line up the stripes at the seams.

How do I wash the pink set?

Wash it separately from other clothes. Dry cleaning is preferred; if you handwash, use mild detergent and dry it in shade, not direct sun, to protect the colour and the gold. Iron on the reverse side to keep the border looking fresh.