Which lining colour suits peach?
Pick a peach or skin-tone lining so the inside looks even wherever a seam or hem turns. Cotton is comfortable for long wear; crepe gives a smoother fall. A stark white lining can look patchy at the edges against a warm shade, so skip it.
Why do the two pieces look so different?
The kurta fabric is soft peach with faint tonal butis, so it stays quiet, while the dupatta carries a gold floral jaal and a soft gold zari band at the ends, finished with tassels. The dupatta carries the richness, and the kurta lets it shine.
How much fabric is in each piece?
Top: 2.5 to 3.0 metres. Bottom: 2.4 to 2.5 metres. Dupatta: 2.4 to 2.5 metres. The three pieces together weigh about 500 gm. Share these numbers with your tailor when you discuss the design, so the cut you choose fits the fabric you have.
Does brocade fray when it's cut?
It can. Brocade has extra threads woven in for the pattern, and cut edges loosen easily. Ask your tailor to overlock or tape the seams soon after cutting, leave a slightly wider seam allowance, and avoid unpicking seams again and again during fittings.
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.
How should I store and iron it?
Store it folded in a muslin or cotton cloth, away from moisture and direct sunlight, and refold it now and then so creases don't set along the same lines. Iron on low heat with a pressing cloth on top. Keep perfume and deodorant away from the silk; spray them before you dress.