What is the dupatta like?
It is a cream dupatta with a gold border. Against the muted blue-grey kurta with its tonal scallop-net yoke and small flower buti, it lightens the outfit and adds a little shine without turning flashy.
What goes with the grey kurta?
Grey is a quiet base that lets you play. A white or ivory bottom matches the dupatta for a soft, tonal look; a fuchsia, mustard or teal bottom adds life. Silver jewellery suits the grey, while gold picks up the zari border for festive days.
Can I wear it beyond the office?
Yes. It is planned first as a work kurta, polished and easy through a long day. With bolder accessories it suits an office party or a dinner, and it is relaxed enough for a kitty party or weekend brunch. For festivals, a bright bottom and gold jewellery make it feel celebratory.
Does the set come stitched?
No. Both pieces come as fabric: an unstitched kurta length with the chikankari already worked on it, and a finished dupatta. Your tailor cuts the kurta to your measurements, neckline and sleeve length, so the fit is entirely yours. A well-fitted kurta also shows chanderi's soft fall far better than a standard size would.
Any tips for my tailor?
Ask your tailor to use a fine needle, finish the seams neatly and place the cut so the embroidered yoke sits centred on the chest. Add a soft lining for body. When pressing, iron on the reverse with a cloth in between, so the raised chikankari stitches are not flattened.
Will the dupatta's colour run?
The dupatta is hand-dyed, so we recommend dry cleaning. If you wash it, wash it on its own in cold water and dry it in the shade, out of direct sun. Never soak it or leave it damp and folded, as hand-dyed colours can mark where they stay wet.