Floral Finesse Pure Linen Royal Blue Dupatta

How do the buti and border look on this one?

Royal blue makes a bright base for the small pink and lime woven flower buti scattered across the body. The wide pink border with lime edge stripes gives a cheerful frame. With tassels at the ends, it has a bright, lively look.

What colours go with royal blue?

White and cream kurtas let the blue and the pink buti stand out. A pink or fuchsia kurta matches the border, and yellow or mustard gives a bright, summery contrast. Keep the kurta plain so the buti don't compete with a print.

How do I drape it for work?

Pleat it lengthwise and pin it on one shoulder so the pink border falls neatly along the front. Or drape it over both shoulders and let the ends hang at the back. The 2.4 to 2.5 metre length gives you room for either.

How should I wash it?

It is hand dyed, so wash it separately and gently, by hand with a mild detergent. Rinse it without soaking, press out the water rather than wringing, and dry it in the shade, away from other damp clothes.

Will it look exactly like the picture?

Very close, but screens show colours differently, and because each dupatta is dyed by hand, the shade and buti can vary slightly between pieces. Small irregularities are part of handcrafted linen.

How does the fabric feel?

It has the slubbed, natural texture of pure linen: soft, matte and slightly uneven to the touch. It is breathable and cool on the skin, and it grows softer with every wash.