Hand-painted suits
Hand painted suits, one brushstroke at a time
Hand painted suits are where art meets the Punjabi suit. Every flower, leaf and petal on these suits is painted by hand by an artist with a fine brush, then finished with zari, sequins or crystals. No two suits come out exactly the same.
Our hand painted suits are made in small batches on organza, tissue, georgette and satin, so the colours glow and the fabric drapes softly.
Why hand painted suits feel so special
One of a kind
Each piece is painted by hand, so small differences make your suit truly yours.
Soft, luminous colour
Paint sits in the weave, giving blooms a watercolour depth that print cannot match.
Finished by hand
Gold outlines, sequins, beads and crystals bring the painted flowers to life.
Light to wear
No heavy embroidery all over, so a hand painted suit stays comfortable all day.
How a hand painted suit is made
- Sketch: the artist draws the floral design lightly on the fabric.
- Paint: fabric paint is layered by hand, from light to dark, to shape each petal.
- Set: the paint is dried and heat-set so the colour stays on the fabric.
- Finish: gold outlines, sequins or crystals are added by hand.
It is a slow process, closer to Kalamkari and other painted textile traditions than to printing.
Our hand painted Punjabi suits
Champagne pink florals
The pink hand painted salwar suit with roses and forget-me-nots.
Aqua roses
The aqua hand painted suit with gold zari outlines.
Pale gold tissue
The gold hand painted suit with magenta and apricot blooms.
Ivory organza
The ivory hand painted salwar kameez in wine and mustard.
Hand painted suits with embroidery
Some of our most loved designs mix painting and embroidery: a painted flower framed by pearls, or an embroidered yoke above a painted hem.
Blush pink ombre
The blush pink suit with ombre painted flowers and cutwork.
Rose-pink organza
The pink organza suit with an embroidered yoke.
Mint and cream
The mint salwar kameez and the cream pearl suit with a hand painted dupatta and flower.
Hand painted organza suits
Organza is crisp and sheer, so it holds paint beautifully and shows every brushstroke. A hand painted organza suit looks light and airy, perfect for summer weddings, garden parties and photos.
Read more about organza as a fabric. Our ivory organza suit is a lovely example of how paint and sheer fabric work together.
The hand painted dupatta
Often the dupatta is the star. A hand painted dupatta carries a trail of flowers across your shoulders, so even a simple kurta looks special.
Several of our suits pair an embroidered kurta with a hand painted dupatta, like the ivory rose salwar suit. Drape it over both arms to show the whole painting in photos.
Unstitched hand painted suit sets
Our hand painted suits come unstitched. You receive the painted kurta fabric, the salwar fabric and the dupatta, so your tailor can make the suit to your size.
This means you choose the neckline, sleeves and length. Ask your tailor to place the painted flowers where they show best, usually at the front panel or the hem.
Where to wear hand painted suits
| Occasion | Why it works |
|---|---|
| Mehndi and day weddings | Soft florals look fresh in daylight and photos. |
| Gurdwara and family events | Graceful and covered, with a dupatta to drape over the head. |
| Festivals and Vaisakhi | Bright painted blooms feel celebratory without heavy work. |
| Dinners and parties | Add statement earrings and heels for the evening. |
Caring for hand painted suits
- Dry clean only, and tell the cleaner the suit is hand painted.
- Never rub or scrub the painted area.
- Steam or iron on the reverse side, on low heat, with a cloth between.
- Store folded with tissue paper, away from sunlight, so colours stay bright.
Hand painted suits online, shipped to you
We ship from Ontario to every province in Canada, to the United States and to the United Kingdom. Prices are shown in Canadian dollars and the checkout is a quick guest checkout, so you never need to make an account. Each hand painted suit is folded with tissue to protect the painting on its way to you.
Hand painted suits FAQs
Is the painting really done by hand?
Yes. Each flower is painted by an artist with a brush, then finished by hand.
Will my suit look exactly like the photo?
Very close. Because it is painted by hand, small differences in shade and petals are normal and make each suit unique.
Are hand painted suits stitched?
These suits come unstitched, with the fabric for the kurta, salwar and dupatta.
Will the paint wash out?
The paint is set into the fabric. Dry cleaning keeps it looking its best.
Do you ship to the USA and UK?
Yes. We ship from Ontario to Canada, the USA and the UK.
Own a suit painted just for you
Pick your favourite painted design above, or explore all our Punjabi suits.