Dye & Drape Pure Silk Kota Luxurious Multicolor Dupatta

How do the colours move across the Luxurious dupatta?

It starts in pink at one end and shades through lime into a bright, sunny yellow, so the colour changes as it falls from shoulder to hem. Small white dot clusters are scattered over the whole length, and a thin gold edge with tassels finishes it. Worn across one shoulder, you see the pink and yellow together.

Are the white dots printed or tied?

They are tied. In Bandhej, tiny pinches of the Kota silk are knotted tightly before dyeing, and each knot keeps the colour out, leaving a white dot behind. That is why the dots sit in loose clusters rather than a perfect grid, and why no two pieces come out quite the same.

How sheer is it?

Quite sheer. Kota silk is a light, open weave, and against the light you will see through it easily. Over a kurta that is part of the charm, since the outfit underneath shows softly through the colour. If you want it to read stronger, layer it over a plain, solid kurta rather than a busy print.

Where can I wear it?

It is at its best on summer days and when you travel, since it weighs almost nothing and folds small. It also suits a kitty party or brunch, sits well over a plain office kurta, and adds colour to a simple outfit for a festive evening at home or with family.

How do I wash it?

Hand wash it gently in cool water with a mild detergent, and always on its own, since tie-dyed silk can release some colour. Do not wring it. Press out the water in a towel and dry it flat or on a line in the shade, away from direct sun.