Noor-e-Banaras Lichi Silk Brocade Suit (T+B+D) Pink

What jewellery pairs with pink?

Pink is easy with metal. Rose gold and pearls keep it soft, yellow gold and kundan make it traditional, and oxidised silver gives a more contemporary, offbeat look. Emerald-toned stones add a classic contrast. Keep the necklace minimal if you plan a high or embellished neckline, so the brocade on the kurta front stays visible.

What does (T+B+D) in the name mean?

It stands for Top, Bottom and Dupatta, the three pieces in the set. All three come as unstitched fabric: 2.5 to 3.0 metres for the kurta, 2.4 to 2.5 metres for the bottom, and a dupatta of 2.4 to 2.5 metres. You'll need a tailor for the kurta and the bottom.

What's on the dupatta pallu?

A broad gold end with a multicolour peacock and flower motif in pink, purple and green, with tiny coloured dots across the gold. The rest of the dupatta carries small cream flower dots on the hot pink base, with a wide gold border running along its edges.

What is lichi silk, and how does it feel?

Lichi silk is a type of Banarasi silk woven with the lichi technique. It's known for a smooth texture and a lustrous finish, and it often carries intricate zari work. It drapes with a regal look, which is why it's a favourite for dressier suits and sarees.

Will it look exactly like the photos?

Very close, with two caveats. Colours can look slightly different on different screens, and because this is a handcrafted product, small irregularities in the weave are part of its character rather than flaws. They make each piece slightly different and don't affect how it wears.

Which kurta styles show off brocade well?

Straight, A-line and slightly flared kurtas with few seams show the most brocade. A high, round or boat neck keeps the front panel uninterrupted, and three-quarter or full sleeves frame it nicely. Heavy pleating or many panels chop up the woven pattern, so keep those for plainer fabrics.