Pankhudi Gota Patti Kota Cotton Silk Maroon Suit (T+D)

What pattern does the Pankhudi suit have?

A wavy pattern of fine white dotted stripes, in a bandhani look, runs across the deep red-maroon ground. A cream gota yoke sits at the neck, and the dupatta is edged in cream gota with green piping, which adds a small fresh contrast.

How is the dupatta trimmed?

Its edges are finished with cream gota and a line of green piping, which picks up the cream gota yoke on the kurta. The dupatta is 2.4 to 2.5 metres long, so there is enough length to drape it over one shoulder or across both.

Is it unstitched?

Yes. It comes as unstitched fabric for the top and dupatta, each 2.4 to 2.5 metres. A plain bottom can be added for Rs.180. Go over the lengths with your tailor before choosing a very long or flared kurta.

Which occasions does it suit?

It suits festive days, office parties, and kitty parties or brunches, and the light Kota cotton silk is comfortable for summer travel too. The deep maroon with cream gota looks rich enough for a celebration, so add gold jhumkas for a festive day and keep it simple for brunch.

How do I look after it?

Hand wash it gently with a mild detergent, separately, and dry it in the shade. Iron on low heat from the reverse to protect the gota. Store it folded with a soft cloth over the gota so it does not snag.