This is an purple cotton kurti featuring zari and aari work. The kurti has zari embroidery and aari work in a floral pattern across the yoke and border, pink piping across the hem line and sleeves. The Indian craft of aari embroidery can be traced back to the 12th century and was patronized by the Mughal courts. It is extremely fine and has a timeless refined elegance. The main tool used in this style is aari, a hooked needle, to create elaborate motifs and designs.