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Fancy work · France

Fancy work and embellishment in France

In French terms, fancy work means broderie, dentelle and bordures: embroidery, lace and borders added to an outfit we are stitching for you. France has its own long lace tradition, from Calais and Caudry in the north, and a taste for restraint that shapes how much embellishment people want. We offer three levels, agreed with you in writing and made in Pakistan as part of your outfit.

  • Made in Pakistan, shipped to France
  • 5 to 7 working days to make, plus shipping
  • Quote in EUR, USD or GBP
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From France

Fancy work for France

Embroidery, lace and borders added to the outfit we stitch for you, from delicate to statement (never bridal).

Sizes, delivery and sending fabric from France: ordering from France.

How much is enough?

Delicate work sits at the neckline or the sleeves. It suits French workplaces well, adding interest to a plain kurta without breaking the pared-back look many offices prefer. Detailed work runs along the neckline, sleeves and hem, the usual choice for Eid morning or a family lunch. Statement work is bolder, for Eid evenings, a soirée or a party; it is not for outfits worn by a bride, which we do not make. Unsure? Ask us to advise, and include a reference photo.

Lace, heat and winter Eids

Lace at the hem or sleeves keeps a lawn kameez light for a summer evening in the south; our page on lace at the hem shows one approach. Embroidery reads richly on linen or velvet, which suits an Eid that falls in a cold month in Paris or Strasbourg. A simple border along a dupatta is an easy way to dress up an otherwise quiet outfit. What is possible on your fabric and design is confirmed in your written quote.

Part of the outfit, never on its own

Embellishment is placed, agreed and priced together with the rest of the design, on our fabric or yours. We do not embroider ready-made garments. Delivery to France, TVA and EU duty sit in the same written quote; see the France page, or start from one of our designs and change the embroidery level through customisation.

How it works

Fancy work step by step

  1. 01

    Choose the level

    On the quote form, pick delicate (neckline or sleeves), detailed (neckline, sleeves and hem), statement (bolder work for Eid and parties), or ask us to advise.

  2. 02

    Show us the look

    Add a reference photo of the embroidery, lace or border you like. What is possible on your fabric and design is confirmed in your written quote.

  3. 03

    Agreed before cutting

    The placement and amount of embellishment are agreed in writing with the rest of the design, and quoted as part of the outfit.

  4. 04

    Made with the outfit

    The work is done in Pakistan as part of stitching your outfit, which is then shipped to you. We do not embroider garments on their own.

  • Single pieces welcome

    One outfit is enough. No minimum bundle.

  • Full payment in advance

    You pay once you’ve approved your quote, before we cut anything.

  • 5 to 7 working days to make

    Production time only. Shipping is added on top.

  • Delivered worldwide

    Delivery and import charges are included in your quote.

Can you add lace to a blouse I bought in Paris?

No. Embroidery, lace and borders are only added to an outfit we are stitching for you, not to garments on their own.

Which level suits the office?

Delicate, at the neckline or the sleeves. It lifts a plain kurta while staying discreet.

Softly wrinkled white cotton fabric in natural light

Ready when you are

Fancy work delivered to France

Tell us what you want and your city in France. We reply with a written quote in euros, US dollars or pounds, whichever you choose, including delivery and import charges. Once you approve and pay in full, we make it in 5 to 7 working days.

No commitment until you approve your written quote.