Artisan Heritage
Menswear
Menswear at Sandhya Vastralayam is cut for men who want Indian clothing that feels current, not costume. Kurtas, sets, and heritage pieces use hand-finished textiles — textured cottons, raw silks, and understated embroideries — with a relaxed contemporary fit. Chests are generous enough for movement through a long ceremony, while lengths sit clean over churidars or trousers. Colour stays grounded: ivory, sand, ink, and muted jewel tones that photograph well and pair with a simple stole or jacket.
These are clothes for wedding functions, festive evenings, and days when a shirt feels too plain. You will find short kurtas for daytime rituals, longer silhouettes for the mandap, and pieces light enough for travel between venues. Sizing uses chest measurements listed on each product; if you sit between sizes, choose the larger for a heritage drape or the smaller for a sharper line. Pair with mojaris for ceremony, loafers for a modern reading, and keep jewellery minimal so the textile can lead.
Craft is the point. We source from workshops that still finish collars, plackets, and hems by hand, so a kurta improves with wear rather than pilling after one wash. Styling is simple: leave the top buttons open in heat, add a stole for a temple visit, or layer a jacket when the evening cools. For the women in your party, browse sarees and lehengas; dupattas make easy coordinating gifts. Care is gentle: cold wash cottons, dry-clean silk and embroidered pieces, and store away from damp. Each garment is meant to be packed, worn through a wedding calendar, and kept as a staple rather than a one-day rental look.
Also explore artisan stories, sarees for family occasions, and lehengas.
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Frequently asked questions
How should a kurta fit?
Our menswear uses a relaxed contemporary cut. Measure your chest and match the size guide. Between sizes, choose the larger for ease.
Who makes these garments?
We partner with artisan workshops for texture, embroidery, and finishing. Read artisan stories and our responsibility.
How long does shipping take?
Standard delivery is typically 5–7 business days after dispatch. Orders placed before 2pm IST ship the next business day. See shipping.
Can I return a piece from this collection?
Yes, unworn items with original tags may be returned within 30 days unless marked final sale. Full details are on returns.