How do I choose between the different styles of embroidered dresses for women for work versus festive events?

The best way to decide is by looking at the embroidery placement. Work confined to the neckline and yoke is ideal for the office as it reads professional and intentional. For festive events, look for embroidery that extends down the sleeves, along the hem, or across the full body, such as our Gota Patti or Zari pieces.

Are these dresses comfortable to wear in the Indian heat?

Yes, our collection is crafted from pure cotton, including soft mulmul for our chikankari pieces, making them breathable. For maximum comfort in high heat, we recommend our Schiffli, cutwork, or light thread work dresses, which provide texture without adding heavy weight.

How should I care for my embroidered dress to make sure it lasts?

Lightly embroidered cotton can be machine washed inside out in a mesh bag on a cold cycle. However, densely worked pieces—including Zari, Zardozi, Gota Patti, and sequinned styles—should be dry cleaned to prevent metallic tarnish. Always dry in the shade and iron inside out on low, avoiding direct heat on mirrors or metallic work.

Do I need to buy heavy jewellery to style these dresses?

Not at all. The physical presence of the embroidery means these dresses need very little to look finished. We recommend a 'subtract rather than add' approach: if the dress has a worked neckline, skip the necklace and stick to earrings. Just match your metal to the thread—gold jewellery for zari work and silver or oxidised pieces for mirror work.

How do I choose between the different styles of embroidered dresses for women for work versus festive events?

The best way to choose from our embroidered dresses for women is by looking at the embroidery placement. Work confined to the neckline and yoke is ideal for the office as it reads professional and intentional. For festive events, look for embroidery that extends down the sleeves, along the hem, or across the full body, such as our Gota Patti or Zari pieces.