Noor-e-Banaras Thread Work Cotton Suit (T+B+D) Yellow

How is the dupatta finished?

The dupatta ends in a thread-embroidered border of lotus blooms and reeds, worked in green and grey-green. It is 2.4 to 2.5 metres long, enough to drape across both shoulders or wear over one side with the border falling to the front.

What frames the neckline?

A leaf-shaped panel in green thread work sits at the neck of the top fabric, so your neckline is already designed for you. The body has small triangle butis spaced across it, keeping the focus on the face and the dupatta border.

When would I wear this one?

It's made first for summer and travel: a light, matte Banarasi cotton set that stays comfortable in warmer weather. It also suits office wear, kitty parties and brunches, and the bright, sunny base makes it a natural pick for a haldi.

Is this a ready-to-wear suit?

No. It's an unstitched set of Banarasi cotton fabric: top, bottom and dupatta. You get it tailored to your size, so you choose the sleeve length, neckline depth and kurta length. Keep the leaf panel centred when the tailor marks the neck.

Any tips for styling it?

Keep the bottom in green to echo the neck panel, or go white for a crisper summer look. Kolhapuris or juttis and small silver or oxidised earrings suit the matte cotton better than heavy gold jewellery.

Can I wash it at home?

Yes, gently. Dry cleaning is preferred, but a handwash with mild detergent works. Wash it separately from other clothes and dry it in shade rather than direct sun, which helps protect the bright yellow base and the thread embroidery.