Short and midi lengths, shirt-style and A-line cuts, floral and polka prints, over-dyed solids, and hand-embroidered styles like Roxane and Fleur. Everyday cotton dresses start at around ₹4,999, while embroidered and silk pieces such as the Claudine sit higher in the range. Colour is broad: black, navy, off-white and beige if you are building a small wardrobe that works hard, plus pink, light yellow, ice blue and prune if you want the dress itself to be the statement.

For office and daywear, look at structured cotton and poplin in solid colours. They hold a press, take a belt cleanly and need very little styling. If you are shopping for a party wear dress for women, embroidery, a satin finish and a defined waist do most of the work, and a deeper shade holds up better across a long evening. For mehendi, sangeet and reception functions, an embroidered dress or a western dress for women in a rich colour reads festive without the weight of heavy ethnic wear. For travel and brunch, prints and over-dyed fabrics hide creases far better than plain pale colours.

Stuck between two lengths? A midi dress is the more useful buy if you want one dress for both work and dinner. A short dress makes more sense for hot weather and flat shoes.

Fabric decides how a dress behaves more than the cut does. Cotton and poplin sit away from the body and suit Indian summers. Satin and silk fall closer and follow your line, so they show whatever is worn underneath. Each product page lists the composition, whether the style is lined, and the model's height alongside the size she is wearing. That last detail usually tells you more about length than a measurement chart can.

Sizes run XS to XXXL, with free size and made-to-order options on selected styles. Fits differ between a relaxed shirt dress and a fitted evening piece, so check the size guide linked under the size options rather than assuming your usual size carries across. Measure bust, waist and hip with a soft tape over light clothing. On fitted styles, women who fall between two sizes are generally happier going up and having the waist taken in by a local tailor.

Dry clean embroidered and silk dresses. Cotton and over-dyed styles can be hand washed cold, inside out, and dried in shade. Over-dyed fabric is meant to soften with wear, but direct sun speeds that up more than you want. Wash printed styles separately for the first two or three washes.

Koakh is a Delhi based design house, and our dresses are designed in our own studio rather than bought in from a wholesale market, which is why you see the same embroidery motifs recur across the collection. Standard shipping is free anywhere in India and orders ship within 7 working days. The price you see at checkout is the final price, with no duties, taxes or GST added on delivery. Want a change to a neckline, sleeve or hem? Customization is available at an extra cost, so message us before you order and we will confirm the fee first.

Embroidered and silk styles work best for mehendi, sangeet and reception functions. Roxane, Fleur and Claudine are a party wear dress for women who want a western dress for women alternative to a lehenga or saree.

Yes, sizes run XS to XXXL, with made-to-order on selected styles. Check the size guide on each product page, since fit varies by cut.

Cotton and poplin dresses in a relaxed A-line or shirt-style cut are the most comfortable for everyday wear.

Go for structured cotton or poplin in a solid colour. It holds a press and needs minimal styling beyond a blazer.

An A-line or empire waist skims rather than clings through the middle, drawing attention to the shoulders and legs.

Everyday cotton dresses start around ₹4,999. Embroidered and silk pieces sit higher, depending on the handwork.

It varies by style. Each product page lists the fabric composition and whether the dress is lined.