Will the red bleed onto the cream motifs when I wash it?
No. The fabric is colour-fast and does not bleed on the first wash, so the cream and white work stays clean against the red. Dry clean the first wash, then a gentle cold hand wash.
Is the bottom printed like the top?
No, the bottom is left plain red with no print on it. The top carries a moderate scatter of floral and geometric motifs and the dupatta carries the densest work, so the print builds across the three pieces.
How can I be sure the print is hand done?
On a solid red ground each cream impression stands alone, so the evidence is easy to see. The motifs sit a fraction off the line in places and the ink reads deeper where the artisan pressed harder. This is stamped with hand-carved wooden blocks in Bhagalpur, not screened or machine run.
What are the measurements of each piece?
Top 2.5 m at 44 to 45 inches wide, bottom 2.5 m at 44 to 45 inches wide, dupatta 2.5 m at 35 to 36 inches wide, weighing 600 to 650 g together.
Can it be stitched for a plus size?
Yes, up to 4XL for a straight kurta set, and the length can be customised for larger sizes.
Does red need a lining?
No. The fabric is opaque, so a lining is not required. Add one only if you want a more elevated, structured finish.
What if the red is not the shade I expected?
Reds are rendered differently by almost every screen. If the shade or the quality is not loved, an exchange is available.