Splendid Katan Silk Madhubani Brown Suit (T+B+D)

What is printed on this suit?

A wide band of dark folk figures runs along the hem on a warm terracotta base, with tiny rosette dots printed above it. The ends are finished with a fringe. The warm base and dark print together give the set a bold, folk-art look.

What should I pair with it?

Black or terracotta accessories suit the print, and antique gold or copper jewellery suits the warm base. A plain terracotta or black bottom keeps the look grounded, and tan juttis suit the warm tones. Let the folk-figure print stay the focus by keeping jewellery simple.

Which events does it suit?

Office wear first. It also suits dinners, kitty lunches and brunches, and festive days. A printed katan suit looks neat at work and dressy enough for evenings, while the folk-figure print gives it a festive, folk-art feel for celebrations.

Is the suit stitched?

No, it comes as unstitched fabric for top, bottom and dupatta, so you can have it tailored to your measurements and preferred style. The dupatta is ready to wear. Unstitched sets also let you decide where the printed motifs fall on the kurta.

Is the print done by hand?

Yes. The motifs are printed with hand-carved wooden blocks, one impression at a time. Slight differences in alignment, colour depth or spacing between repeats are signs of hand printing, so every piece is a little different from the next.

How do I care for it?

Dry clean the first wash. After that, a gentle hand wash with a mild detergent is fine; wash the pieces separately and dry them in the shade. Iron on the reverse to protect the printed surface.