What sets this batik design apart?
The kurta is scattered with cream star flowers and fine dots over a sea-green ground, giving an open, airy pattern. The dupatta repeats the colour with cream paisley bands, and the bottom is a soft olive, so the three pieces tone together rather than match exactly.
How does the dupatta finish?
Cream paisley bands run across the dupatta, and tassels finish the edges. Wear it over one shoulder or both; worn across the front, the paisley bands frame the starry kurta nicely and bring the cream from the top down through the outfit.
Is it ready-made?
No, this is a dress material set. It comes unstitched as three khadi silk lengths: top 2.4 to 2.5 metres (44 to 45 inches wide), bottom 2.4 to 2.5 metres (42 inches wide) and dupatta 2.3 to 2.4 metres (32 to 33 inches wide), so you can have it tailored to your fit.
What jewellery and footwear suit this set?
The sea green and cream suit silver or oxidised jewellery, such as small jhumkas or studs. Tan or olive juttis pick up the bottom piece, and a simple cream or olive bag keeps the look easy for office days, brunch or travel.
What bottom style suits the olive piece?
The bottom length is 2.4 to 2.5 metres and 42 inches wide, which works for a salwar, straight pants or palazzos. Straight pants keep the outfit sleek for work, while palazzos feel breezier in summer. Being a soft, quiet tone, it also pairs well with other kurtas later.
How should I wash it?
Hand wash gently in a mild detergent, keeping each piece separate, which is the safest way to care for batik. Do not soak. Dry in shade so the green and olive keep their depth, and iron while slightly damp for a smooth finish.