Noor-e-Banaras Brocade Cotton Pastel Green Suit (T+B+D)

What's woven on the top?

A pink border band at the hem shows a white cow among lotus flowers in red and blue, with more lotus motifs placed above it. The dupatta has fine stripes that carry the same theme. The pale sage-green ground keeps the whole set fresh and summery.

Do I need to get it stitched?

Yes, it's unstitched, so you can have the kurta and bottom tailored to your size and style. The top fabric is 2.5 to 3.0 metres, and the bottom and dupatta are 2.4 to 2.5 metres each. Plan the cut around the woven border so it sits at the hem.

Which bottom style suits this set?

You can have the bottom fabric, 2.4 to 2.5 metres long, tailored into straight pants, a salwar or a churidar, as you prefer. Straight pants give a neat, tailored line, while a salwar feels relaxed and easy. Keep the kurta just below the knee so the lotus and cow panel at the hem shows.

Can I wash it at home?

Yes, gently by hand with a mild detergent, though dry cleaning is preferred. Always wash it on its own, press the water out in a towel rather than wringing, and dry it in the shade to protect the colours.

Is Banarasi cotton handwoven?

Yes. Banarasi cotton is a handwoven fabric, and the woven motifs are part of the cloth rather than printed on. Minor irregularities in the weave are part of handcrafted textiles and show the hand behind it.

What is brocade weaving?

Brocade is a technique where decorative patterns are woven into the fabric using extra threads, creating raised motifs such as florals and paisleys. It's long associated with Banarasi textiles and gives a richer texture than plain weaving.