Every suit is sold unstitched. Here is what comes in the box, how the fabrics differ, and how to get it stitched your way.
What's in a suit
Our suits come as two or three pieces. Each product page lists the cloth and length of every piece.
- Shirt
- The main cloth of the suit, printed, dyed or embroidered. Usually the longest piece.
- Dupatta
- The scarf that finishes the suit, in the same cloth or a contrast such as chiffon or net.
- Trouser
- Plain dyed cloth for the shalwar, trouser or cigarette pants, chosen to match the shirt.
A two-piece suit has a shirt and a trouser, with no dupatta.
The fabrics
- Lawn
- Light, crisp cotton that stays cool in warm weather. The usual choice for printed summer suits.
- Cotton
- A little heavier and softer than lawn, with texture. Good for trousers and everyday shirts.
- Chiffon
- Sheer and fluid, with a soft fall. Used for dupattas and for embroidered, occasion suits.
- Net
- A fine open mesh that holds embroidery well. Used for formal shirts and dupattas.
Getting it stitched
You choose the fit, the neckline and the sleeve. Photos on the site show each suit stitched, as an example of what it can become.
- Take the whole suit to your tailor in one go, so the pieces are cut together and the print lines up.
- Ask the tailor to measure the fabric before cutting, then plan the cut around any border or motif.
- Ask your tailor whether to pre-wash lawn and cotton to allow for shrinkage. Leave embroidered and chiffon pieces unwashed. Washed fabric cannot be exchanged.
- Keep the fabric folded in its packaging until you are ready, and do not cut it before you are sure.
Uncut fabric can be exchanged, so please check it before it goes to your tailor. The details are on the shipping and returns page.