Pure Silk Hand-Work Punjabi Suit

This Punjabi Suit is hand-stitched at our Bathinda workshop with the same craft standards we apply to our entire Punjabi Suits collection. Custom-fitted to your measurements, with hand-work detailing on premium fabric. For diaspora Punjabi women, finding a properly-tailored suit overseas is hard — off-the-rack pieces rarely fit correctly across chest, sleeve length, and dupatta drape simultaneously. This piece is made for your measurements specifically, shipped directly from Bathinda where the craft tradition originates. For coordinated family events, browse our Wedding Pehrawa collection with matching kids and adults pieces.

Fabric & Hand-Work Detailing

Our Punjabi Suits are stitched on premium fabrics — most commonly crepe silk (everyday cultural wear, breathable for warmer climates), Banarasi silk (formal weddings, sangeet, mehendi), and pure georgette / chiffon (lightweight summer pieces). The fabric selection is matched to the occasion the customer specifies when ordering. We do not use synthetic blends or mass-produced suit fabrics that you would find at high-street ethnic-wear retailers.

Hand-work detailing is what separates a boutique-stitched suit from an off-the-rack piece. Our suits feature one or more of: thread embroidery on the kameez (traditional Punjabi motifs, Morni-inspired patterns), mirror-work on the dupatta, sequin or zardozi work for evening pieces, and contrast piping on the salwar opening. The level of hand-work depends on the specific piece — see the product images for detail and message Veerpal on WhatsApp for any specific customisation requests.

Every suit ships with the kameez, salwar, and dupatta as a coordinated set. We do not sell these pieces separately. For coordinated family wedding orders, see our Wedding Pehrawa collection.

Suit Styles & When to Wear Each

Our Punjabi Suits collection covers three primary silhouettes. The A-line suit is the most flattering across body types — fitted at the shoulder and chest, gradually widening from the waist down. Best for daytime cultural events, gurudwara visits, and sangeet. The traditional straight-cut suit hangs straight from shoulder to knee with side slits at the hem, paired with a fitted salwar. Best for everyday cultural wear and formal religious occasions. The contemporary fusion suit uses modern cuts (sharara salwar, anarkali kameez, or pant-style salwar) with traditional embroidery. Best for younger women, fusion weddings, and reception events.

Dupatta drape style matters as much as the suit itself. We can make the dupatta in a length suited for traditional shoulder draping, head-covering style for gurudwara visits, or contemporary single-shoulder draping. Specify your preference in the order notes or message Veerpal on WhatsApp.

For coordinated family wedding orders where the women's suits should match the men's and kids' Kudta Chadra, see our Wedding Pehrawa collection. Our workshop colour-matches across orders placed within a 2-3 day window.

Hand-Crafted in Bathinda, Punjab

Every piece you order from Pehrawa Boutique is hand-crafted at our Bathinda workshop in Indian Punjab. Production is led by founder Sukhpreet Singh's mother, with a senior tailor and team of women embroidery artisans who have spent decades perfecting the cut, the embroidery, and the finishing details.

This is craft passed down inside families, not a brand we built last year. The senior tailor learned from his father; the embroidery artisans were taught by their mothers. None of it is in a textbook. If we don't keep ordering hand-stitched pieces, the technique dies in one generation.

Quality inspection is done personally by Singh's mother before any piece leaves the workshop. Customer-facing operations on the diaspora side are led by Veerpal Khera in Brampton, Ontario, who handles WhatsApp consultations for sizing, custom embroidery, and post-delivery follow-up.

Custom Sizing for Punjabi Suits

Punjabi suit fit is more nuanced than a kurta — it depends on chest, waist, hip, kameez length, sleeve length, salwar length, salwar opening, and dupatta drape preference. After ordering, Veerpal will reach out on WhatsApp to walk through measurements before any fabric is cut. We use a 9-point measurement chart for suits (vs 5-point for kids Kudta Chadra), so the fit lands on the first try without needing alterations.

For overseas customers unfamiliar with taking measurements: we recommend sending a video of yourself or a friend taking the measurements, so we can confirm the technique. The most common sizing mistakes are: kameez length measured from neck instead of shoulder (leads to a too-long kameez), and salwar opening measured at the ankle instead of mid-calf (leads to a too-narrow opening). Veerpal walks through these on WhatsApp before stitching begins.

Detailed sizing instructions and a measurement guide are at our size guide page. For complex sizing situations (post-pregnancy, between standard sizes, etc.), message Veerpal on WhatsApp directly.

Care Instructions

To keep your suit looking new for years, follow these care guidelines:

• Hand wash recommended. Cool water, mild fragrance-free detergent. Hand wash gently rather than machine.
• Avoid scrubbing on embroidered areas. Let the embroidery soak rather than rub directly.
• Air dry only. No tumble dryer — heat damages embroidery threads and shrinks fine fabrics.
• Dry flat in shade. Direct sun fades dyes over time.
• Iron from the back side of embroidery on low heat with a thin cotton cloth between the iron and the fabric.
• Store in a cotton bag, not plastic — and don't pile heavy items on top.

When to Wear It

Traditionally, this suit appears at the moments that matter most in Punjabi family life. The most common occasions our diaspora customers order for:

• Sikh weddings — Sangeet, Mehendi, ceremony, reception. A boutique-stitched suit is the kind of piece that gets passed around the women's side of the family for years.
• Vaisakhi (April 13-14) — Punjabi New Year. The single highest-volume ordering season for our overseas customers.
• Lohri (January 13) — Winter bonfire festival, especially when family travels in for the celebration.
• Gurpurab — Sikh religious celebrations marking the birth or martyrdom of the Gurus.
• Gurudwara visits and Akhand Paath — formal religious occasions where a hand-stitched suit with an appropriate dupatta drape carries the right tone.
• Family functions and engagements — receptions, anniversary parties, milestone birthdays, baby showers.

For coordinated family wedding orders where the women's suits should match the men's and kids' Kudta Chadra, browse our Wedding Pehrawa collection. For more suits in this style, see the full Punjabi Suits collection.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does custom stitching take?

Custom stitching takes 7-10 working days at our Bathinda workshop. Total time from order to delivery is typically 2-4 weeks (stitching + 7-14 days international shipping).

Can I get a name embroidered in Gurmukhi?

Yes — Gurmukhi (or English Roman) name or initials embroidery is included at no extra cost. Specify in the order notes or message Veerpal on WhatsApp after ordering. We confirm the spelling on WhatsApp before stitching begins.

What payment methods do you accept?

Stripe checkout (credit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay) for all international orders. E-Transfer additionally available for Canadian customers; UPI for Indian customers.

Will Canada or US customs charge duty?

Most orders to Canada and the US clear customs without duty owed. Occasionally a parcel is selected for inspection; small import duty may apply (typically GST + 8-12% of declared value).

How long will the suit last with normal wear?

With proper care (hand wash, air dry, cotton-bag storage), our hand-stitched suits hold their shape and embroidery for years. The premium fabrics we use (crepe silk, Banarasi silk, pure georgette) are chosen specifically because they age well — colours stay rich and the hand-work doesn't pull or fray with normal occasion wear.