Dye & Drape Pure Silk Kota Timeless Multicolor Dupatta

What does the rainbow banding look like?

Wide diagonal bands of green, teal, pink and red run across the dupatta, one after another, with white Bandhej dots scattered over the lot. Spread out, it looks like a rainbow; draped, you see two or three colours at a time, so it changes with how you wear it.

With so many colours, what do I pair it with?

Keep the outfit plain. A white, cream, black or single-colour kurta lets the bands stand out. You can also pick one shade from the dupatta, say teal or red, and match the kurta to it for a more put-together look.

Will my piece look exactly like the picture?

Close, but not identical. Each dupatta is tied and dyed by hand, so the width of the bands, where one colour meets the next, and the spread of dots shift slightly from piece to piece. Screen settings also change how bright the colours appear.

What is the edge finish?

A thin gold border runs along the edge, and the ends are finished with tassels. It adds a little shine and frames the green, teal, pink and red bands without competing with the white Bandhej dots. Gold earrings or bangles pick it up nicely.

Who makes it, and where?

It is handcrafted at the Indiehaat unit in Kota, with master artisan Haq Nawaz leading the tie and dye work. The knots are tied by hand and the colours built up in stages, which is why minor irregularities show in every piece.

How do I care for it?

Gentle hand wash in cool water with a mild detergent, always separately, since several dyes sit on one fabric and can release colour. Skip wringing; squeeze it out softly and dry it in the shade, away from strong sun.