How to Choose Colours and Prints for Different Occasions

The same suit can feel perfect at one event and wrong at another. Use these simple ideas to choose colours and prints for the occasion.

Everyday and university

Soft, light colours and small or medium prints are comfortable and easy to style. Choose breathable fabric.

Office and professional settings

Muted tones such as navy, olive, charcoal or soft neutrals look polished. Keep prints tidy and the dupatta simple.

Eid and family gatherings

This is a good time for richer colours and bolder prints. Pair a statement print with simple jewellery or a plain print with a statement ring.

Mehndi, dawats and weddings

Deep jewel colours and traditional block prints look festive. For formal evenings, consider fabrics with a little body or sheen, such as organza or silk dupattas.

Colour basics

Dark colours

Black, maroon, indigo and brown look elegant in the evening and hide small marks.

Light colours

Ivory, pastel and beige are fresh for daytime, but check that the fabric is not too sheer.

Print scale

Large prints make a statement; small prints are calm and easy to repeat in your wardrobe.

Pair it right

• Busy print: choose a plain dupatta and simple jewellery.
• Plain suit: add a printed dupatta, statement jewellery or embroidered shoes.

Browse prints and colours in our unstitched dresses.