Style guide · Hemlines and slits
Daman Design With Lace: Placement, Width and Finishing
Also called lace wala daman
Quick answer
Lace on a daman can peep out along the hem, sit a little above it as a band, or fill a wider panel. A single row of narrow lace is the simple everyday version; wider or layered lace suits Eid. It looks neatest on a straight hem, and the lace should wash the same way as the fabric so it doesn’t pucker.
Three ways to use lace at the hem
- Edge lace: lace sewn so it peeps out below the hem. The simplest daman design with lace, delicate and easy to wear every day.
- Band lace: a strip of lace sewn a little above the hem and parallel to it, sometimes in two rows or with piping on either side.
- Lace panel: a wider lace insert near the hem, over a lining or the fabric itself, or lace joining the hem to a contrast band. Dressier, and best for Eid and gatherings.
Who and what it suits
- Plain and pastel lawn and cotton: the lace is the detail, so a plain base shows it best.
- Straight hems: lace runs straight most neatly; see the straight daman.
- Gentle curves: a gol daman can take narrow, flexible lace; tight curves and scallops make wider lace ripple.
- Matching details: the same lace at the neckline and sleeves makes the outfit look planned.
Choosing lace and keeping it neat
Narrow lace suits everyday lawn and small prints; wider lace suits plain fabric and occasion wear. Cotton and crochet laces wash well with lawn and cotton, while net, organza and guipure laces are finer and dressier, and suit chiffon and silk. A heavy lace on fine chiffon can drag the hem out of shape, while cotton or cambric carries the same lace comfortably.
Cotton lace can shrink at a different rate from lawn, so it’s worth washing a small piece of each first; our pre-washing guide explains why. At the slits, the lace can stop, or turn up along the slit edges.
Measurements that matter
Lace is bought by the length of the edge it trims, so the hem width (ghera), all the way round, decides how much you need. An A-line or flared kameez has a wider hem and takes more lace than a straight one. If the lace also edges the slits, add both sides of each slit, then allow a little extra for joins.
How to ask for it
On the stitching quote form, describe the lace in the design notes: edge, band or panel; the width; whether it continues up the slits; and whether it comes with your suit, you’re supplying it, or you’d like us to suggest one. Upload a photo of the lace and a screenshot of the look you want. If it’s your own lace, say how many metres you have and we’ll confirm it covers the hem before cutting.
Common questions
What is a simple daman design with lace?
A single row of narrow lace peeping out along a straight hem, in the same colour as the kameez or a shade from the print. It suits everyday lawn and cotton.
Can I use the lace that came with my unstitched suit?
Yes. Tell us which piece it is and send a photo, and we’ll plan the hem around it and check it’s long enough to go round.
Last reviewed 30 September 2026.
