Rooh Rang Kota Doria Wax Batik Suit (T+B+D) Bold Black

How is the star-flower grid laid out?

Each white star-flower sits inside its own square, and the squares repeat across the whole kurta like neat tiles. Because the wax is applied by hand, the grid lines are not ruler-straight everywhere, which gives the pattern a soft, handmade feel.

Is the bottom as busy as the top?

No. The bottom is mostly black with only small, scattered white motifs, so it calms the set down and lets the gridded kurta take the attention. That also makes the bottom easy to reuse with other kurtas in your wardrobe.

Do I need to line the kurta?

Kota Doria is woven with an open, sheer texture. A dark base hides more than a light one, but many people still add a soft cotton lining or wear a slip underneath, especially for office wear. The dupatta is best left unlined so it keeps its float.

What kurta styles work with this fabric?

Kota Doria has a crisp feel with a soft drape, so straight kurtas, A-lines and gently flared panels all sit well. You get 2.4 to 2.5 metres for the top, so share your chosen design with your tailor before cutting. Since the weave is sheer, ask about a light cotton lining too.

How should I care for it?

Gentle handwash with a mild detergent, washed separately because it is hand-dyed. Squeeze the water out rather than wringing, and dry it in shade. A low-heat iron brings back the crisp finish of the Kota Doria.

Who makes these suits?

The batik is done at our own unit in Kota, under master artisan Haq Nawaz. The wax is applied by hand before dyeing, so every length carries slight differences in line and shade, and no two sets are exactly alike.