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Fancy work · Switzerland

Fancy work and embellishment in Switzerland

Fancy work is how a plain kameez becomes something for Eid, a reception at a mission in Geneva or a family dinner in Zurich. We add embroidery, lace or borders to the outfit we stitch for you, at the level you choose, and the whole piece is made in Pakistan and shipped to Switzerland. It is part of the outfit, never a separate job, and what is possible on your fabric and design is confirmed in the written quote.

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

Fancy work for Switzerland

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

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

Picking a level for Swiss occasions

Delicate work, at the neckline or the sleeves, suits the many Swiss offices where understatement is the norm: it adds interest without drawing attention in a meeting. Detailed work, at the neckline, sleeves and hem, is right for a reception, an Eid lunch or a wedding where you are a guest. Statement work is bolder, for Eid evenings and parties when you want the outfit to be noticed.

If you are unsure, show us a reference photo and tell us where you will wear it, and we suggest a level.

Embellishment and winter fabrics

Swiss winters push many of us towards warmer fabrics, and embroidery behaves differently on them. A border on velvet or karandi reads richly from across a room, while fine embroidery on lawn is better kept for summer. Lace works well as a sleeve or hem finish on cambric. We tell you what works on the fabric chosen, and a reference photo of the embroidery you like helps us match the level.

Planning around Eid

Embellishment is agreed with the rest of the design, so settle it early if your outfit is for Eid, then allow the 5 to 7 working days of making plus shipping to Switzerland. Start from custom stitching or request a quote.

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.

FAQ

Fancy work questions

Cities in Switzerland

Can you embroider a kameez I already own?

No. Fancy work is only added to an outfit we are stitching for you. We do not embroider finished garments on their own.

How heavy is statement work?

It is bolder embroidery, lace or border work for Eid and parties. Exactly what is possible on your fabric and design is confirmed in your written quote before cutting.

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Ready when you are

Fancy work delivered to Switzerland

Tell us what you want and your city in Switzerland. 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.