Lot of Three Gota Shoulder Bags with Sequins
Machine or hand-wash cold, inside out. Air-dry in shade. Iron on medium heat. Wash with similar colours the first time.
Description
Gota work carries within it the memory of Rajasthani courts, where every glint of metal thread was a sentence in a language of celebration. These three shoulder bags are worked in the gota patti tradition, a craft long practised by artisan communities across Rajasthan, where narrow ribbons of zari-like fabric are folded and stitched onto a ground cloth to create patterns that catch light with quiet insistence. Scattered sequins punctuate the surface, adding a second layer of shimmer that feels festive without tipping into excess. The base fabric is pure cotton, which keeps the bag light and breathable, suited to the long hours of a wedding season or a summer festival. Each bag measures thirteen by fourteen inches, a generous size that accommodates the small necessities of an evening out. Because they arrive as a set of three, they lend themselves naturally to gifting, or to keeping one for each occasion across the calendar. Pair one with a block-printed kurta in ivory or dusty rose to let the gota surface read clearly. The remaining two travel well as gifts for the women in your family who understand craft.
Behind this piece
Gota work traces its roots to Rajasthan, where artisans in Jaipur and Shekhawati once adorned royal garments with ribbons of zari and metallic appliqué. The craft arrived in India through Persian trade routes and was refined across centuries in the workshops of the Thar belt. Here, that same tradition is reinterpreted as a shoulder bag: pure cotton forms the ground, while gota ribbons catch the light alongside scattered sequins. Each piece is made to order, meaning a craftsperson begins work only after your choice is confirmed. Three bags arrive together, a considered set rather than an afterthought.
How to style
Carry one bag with a chanderi kurta and block-printed dupatta for a cultural event or literary gathering; the gota picks up any gold in the weave. For festive occasions, pair with a silk lehenga and jhumkas in antique gold, letting the sequins hold their own without competing. The third bag works beautifully as an everyday companion alongside a cotton salwar suit and Kolhapuri chappals, grounding the metalwork in something unhurried. Because the set arrives in three pieces, gifting one to a sister or friend keeps the joy in circulation.
Fabric & care
Pure cotton breathes well but requires respectful handling when gota and sequin embellishments are present. Hand-wash each bag separately in cold water with a mild, sulphate-free detergent; never wring. Lay flat on a clean cotton cloth to dry away from direct sunlight, which fades sequin lustre over time. Do not iron directly over the gota ribbons; use a pressing cloth on reverse. Store in individual muslin pouches, away from moisture and sharp jewellery that may snag the metallic trim. Handled with care, the embellishment will remain bright across many seasons of use.
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