Luxury Prêt Wear for Women, Hand-Painted by Paulmi and Harsh

Paulmi and Harsh creates luxury prêt wear for women who want rich detail without the weight. Our hand painted ethnic wear for women begins as an original artwork, then becomes hand embroidered Indian outfits finished with aari and zardosi work.

From lehengas and pre-draped sarees to kurta sets and anarkalis, every style is designer ethnic wear for women made for long celebrations. It is lightweight festive wear for women that moves as you dance, and designer occasion wear for women you will happily wear again.

The Story Behind the Label

Paulmi and Harsh is the work of a designer duo who believe a well-made outfit never goes out of style. Creative lead Paulmi Dhawan grew up in Mount Abu, Rajasthan, among birds, flowers and trees, and that early love for nature still shapes every collection.

Each print is first painted by hand, then transferred to fabric and brought to life with traditional embroidery. The result is a signature look: feminine, botanical and easy to recognise.

Read the story of the Paulmi and Harsh design duo to see how a sketchbook in the hills became a luxury prêt label.

Why Our Designer Ethnic Wear for Women Stands Apart

• Original hand-painted prints. Every motif starts as an artwork, so no two collections look alike.

• Aari and zardosi embroidery. Artisans add fine handwork for depth and a soft shine.

• Light on the body. Breathable, flowing fabrics let you sit, dance and celebrate for hours.

• Made to re-wear. Style the jacket, blouse or dupatta separately for a fresh look at the next function.

Short on time before a celebration? Our ready to ship Indian outfits for women are dispatched within 24 hours, 3 working days or 6 working days.

Shop Designer Occasion Wear by Category

Our designer ethnic wear for women is rooted in nature, so you will find floral print outfits for women in every category, from soft pastels to rich jewel tones.

Lehengas. Soft flare, detailed blouses and botanical prints make our lehengas a favourite for mehendi, sangeet and day weddings. Explore our lightweight floral print lehenga sets that move with you from the first ritual to the last dance.

Sarees. Enjoy the grace of six yards without the effort of draping. Our pre-draped styles arrive with embroidered blouses, belts and capes for a modern finish.

Browse pre-draped sarees with embroidered blouses for receptions, cocktail evenings and festive dinners.

Kurta Sets. Printed kurtas, easy bottoms and matching dupattas make these sets ideal for pujas, festive lunches and family get-togethers.

Shop printed kurta sets for women with dupatta when you want to look put-with little effort.

Anarkalis. Flowing and flattering on every body type, our anarkalis work from festive evenings to wedding functions.

Discover floral anarkali suits for women with hand-embroidered yokes and sheer dupattas.

Jacket Sets and Co-ords. Love Indo-western outfits for women? These sets suit destination weddings, cocktail nights and holiday dinners.

See our Indo-western jacket sets for women for a contemporary take on festive dressing.

Indian Outfits for Wedding Functions

Wedding season means many looks to plan, so our occasion edits keep it simple. Brides, bridesmaids and anyone searching for wedding guest outfits for women will find colours and silhouettes for every function.

For daytime rituals, pick bright, playful prints from our mehendi outfits for brides and guests.

As the evening begins, glamorous drapes and structured blouses take over in our cocktail party outfits for women. 

For the big day itself, our bridal lehengas for the modern bride bring statement detail in a lighter, more wearable form.

Loved on Screen and Off

Our designs have been worn by well-known faces from Indian cinema at events, promotions and weddings.

Get inspired by our celebrity looks in Paulmi and Harsh outfits and recreate them for your own celebrations.

New Arrivals and Best Sellers

Fresh prints arrive every season. Explore the latest festive collection by Paulmi and Harsh to see what is new.

Not sure where to begin? Our customers return again and again to the same favourites.

Start with our best-selling Paulmi and Harsh styles and find your print.

Visit Our Designer Ethnic Wear Store in Delhi

Prefer to see the fabrics and embroidery in person? Our flagship store is at 37B, Khasra 287/2, Dhan Mill, New Delhi, open Monday to Sunday, 10:30 am to 7:30 pm. Our team helps with styling, sizing and fittings.

Find every Paulmi and Harsh store and stockist location before you plan your visit.

Celebrate in Effortless Style

Whether you are a bride, a bridesmaid or a guest who loves beautiful clothes, there is a print here for you. Explore the collections and celebrate every occasion in contemporary Indian wear for women that feels as light as it looks.

FAQs

What is luxury prêt wear?

Luxury prêt is ready-to-wear clothing made with couture-level detail, such as fine fabrics and handwork, but sold in standard sizes. At Paulmi and Harsh, luxury prêt means designer ethnic wear for women with hand-painted prints and aari and zardosi embroidery on outfits that are light enough to wear all day.

What is hand painted ethnic wear?

Hand painted ethnic wear features prints that begin as artwork painted by hand rather than stock digital designs. The artwork is transferred to fabric and often finished with hand embroidery, so each collection carries an original look.

What should I wear as a wedding guest?

Good wedding guest outfits for women balance festive detail with comfort. Lightweight lehengas, pre-draped sarees and anarkalis in floral prints work for most functions, while jacket sets and co-ords suit cocktail nights and destination weddings.

What is the best lightweight festive wear for long celebrations?

The best lightweight festive wear for women uses flowing fabrics like organza, georgette and silk with balanced embroidery. Pre-draped sarees, flared lehengas and kurta sets let you sit, dance and celebrate for hours without feeling weighed down.

What are aari and zardosi embroidery?

Aari is fine chain-stitch embroidery done with a hooked needle, while zardosi uses metallic threads for a raised, gentle shine. Both are traditional techniques used to finish hand embroidered Indian outfits.

Where can I find a designer ethnic wear store in Delhi?

The Paulmi and Harsh flagship designer ethnic wear store in Delhi is at 37B, Khasra 287/2, Dhan Mill, New Delhi, open daily from 10:30 am to 7:30 pm. Other locations are listed on the Store Locator page.