Raktima

Auspicious maroon — the sacred hour woven into Raghukula Pattu.

Raktima — Sanskrit for the auspicious deep-red hue — is HILO DESIGN's Raghukula Pattu silk Dhoti + Kanduva set in muhurtham maroon. Handwoven on traditional South Indian looms, this dhoti + kanduva set carries the weight of tradition — the colour of the temple sanctum, of the priest's blessing, of the muhurtham hour itself — framed by a classical gold zari border. Buy the fabric to drape traditionally on your own, or let us stitch it to fit at checkout as a ready-to-wear dhoti + kanduva set. For the groom on his most important day.

• Fabric: Raghukula Semi Pattu silk in muhurtham maroon, South Indian handloom — structured drape, natural silk sheen, classical gold zari border running full length
• Tone: Deep, warm, auspicious maroon — the colour of vermilion, of temple kumkum, of the wedding hour; ages beautifully as a family heirloom
• Set includes: One dhoti (lower drape) + one matching kanduva (shoulder cloth / angavastram)
• Fit: Traditional drape length for self-draping, OR our Ready-to-Wear service — the dhoti is pre-pleated and stitched to your size for a comfortable, no-tie fit
• Detail: Classical gold zari border glowing against the deep maroon like a temple lamp; complete piece ready for traditional South Indian ceremonial wear
• Wear with: Pair with a cream, ivory, or gold silk kurta for muhurtham; with an off-white silk kurta for temple ceremonies; complete with gold mojaris and a gold-tone brooch on the kanduva
• Occasion: Muhurtham, wedding, temple ceremonies, engagement, pooja, heirloom gifting

Sizing: Pick Dhoti + Kanduva Fabric to drape traditionally, or choose Ready-to-Wear Dhoti + Kanduva at checkout — we pre-pleat and stitch the dhoti to your measurements for a comfortable, no-tie ceremonial fit; the kanduva ships as a traditional shoulder drape.

Includes: Dhoti + Kanduva Fabric / Ready-to-Wear Dhoti + Kanduva
Care: Dry clean only (Semi Pattu silk — gentle handling protects the zari and lustre)
Made in: South India (handloom)
Ships in: Fabric — 5–7 days; Ready-to-Wear stitched — 10–12 days
Fit Promise: Standard sizes ship as per our size chart. If you choose Ready-to-Wear, we will call to confirm your measurements to ensure it fits you perfectly.