Custom & Made-to-Order Clothing

Construction Specs

• Garment Scope: Salwar Kameez, Punjabi Suits, Anarkali Suits (Kalidar), Sharara/Gharara sets, or Co-ord sets.
• Lining & Finish: Attachment of standard Santoon or Cotton lining (fabric cost extra/client provided) with full inner seam overlocking.
• Fasteners: Colour-matched concealed zippers, hooks, and press-buttons on shoulder straps.

Design Customisation

• Neck & Sleeves: Execution of specific necklines (Sweetheart, V-neck, Halter) and sleeve cuts (Bell, Puff, Full).
• Bottom Wear: Stitching of Pants, Palazzos, or Salwars with elasticated waistbands or drawstring.
• Tassels: Inclusion of handmade fabric latkans created from outfit scraps (Crystal/Heavy latkans are extra).

Trials

• Fitting: Includes two rounds of trials at the studio for size adjustments (tightening/loosening).

Structural Framework

• Lehenga Base: Stitching of 12-16 panel Kalis or Umbrella cuts with a heavy-duty waist belt to support embroidery weight.
• Volume & Flare: Attachment of single or double-layer hard net (Can-Can) inside the lining. Application of Horsehair braid at the hem to maintain circular shape.

Blouse Architecture

• Support: Built-in bra cups (padding) and optional boning channels for corset-styles.
• Cuts: Execution of complex patterns including Deep-V, Infinity cuts, or backless designs with multiple doris.

Draping Mechanics

• Pre-Draped Sarees: Permanent stitching of pleats and pallu attachment to the waist/blouse for instant wearability.
• Dupatta: Edge finishing with piping or lace (material provided by client).

Materials & Dyeing

• Fabric: Sourcing of visual-match fabrics like Viscose Georgette, Soft Net, Crepe, or Art Silk (Pure silks/organzas increase cost).
• Colour: Custom dyeing to match specific celebrity reference images.

Embroidery Work

• Base Work: Machine embroidery for primary coverage of blouse, yoke, and borders.
• Hand-Touch: Manual highlighting using sequins, glass beads (cut-dana), and crystals for glitter effects.
• Placement: Heavy detailing on the bodice with scattered motifs (bootis) on the skirt/flare.

Components

• Full Set: Includes made-to-measure Lehenga/Skirt, Designer Blouse, and Dupatta/Cape.

Internal Engineering

• Structure: Insertion of Rigilene (polyester) boning to provide shape and support.
• Stiffness: Application of heavy interfacing (fusing) to the main fabric for a wrinkle-free, rigid finish.
• Cups: Integration of molded padded cups tailored to bust size.

Closure & Finish

• Fastening: Choice of lace-up back with metal eyelets (criss-cross dori) or heavy-duty separating zipper.
• Surface Work: (Higher range) Hand-sewn pearl clustering, sequin sheets, or beadwork on cups and bodice.

Restoration Process

• Assessment: Inspection of vintage fabric strength and tear-risk analysis.
• Patterning: Strategic cutting to utilize borders/pallu on hems or dupattas while concealing fabric joints/pleats.

Material Additions

• Supplementary Fabric: Sourcing of matching plain fabric for yokes or sleeves if saree length is insufficient (included up to 1 meter).
• Protection: Addition of high-quality cotton or crepe lining to reinforce delicate old fabric.
• Updates: Application of new Gota Patti or Kiran lace to refresh the aesthetic.