Dori shirts for women
The dori shirt — what it is and why it matters
Dori is a cord or drawstring detail applied to a garment. On a shirt, dori typically appears at the neckline, cuffs or hem — a woven or twisted cord that draws fabric in or serves as a decorative closure. At Haus of Handmade, dori detail is always applied by hand. The cord is threaded, tied or attached individually on each piece. No two pieces are identical.
What to look for in a dori shirt
The dori should be securely attached — not glued, not heat-applied. A genuine dori detail is sewn in, allowing it to move with the fabric without pulling. The cord itself should match or contrast the fabric deliberately, not randomly. And the placement should be intentional — at a specific point on the garment where it changes the silhouette.
Mass-produced dori shirts often use printed dori effects — the cord is printed onto the fabric rather than applied. You can tell the difference immediately in person. A genuine cord has depth. A printed one is flat.
HOH dori shirts
Haus of Handmade makes dori shirts for women with hand-applied cord detail. Contemporary silhouettes — not ethnic wear. Formal and semi-formal options in cotton, linen and poplin. Each piece made in a single batch. When the batch is done, the design is retired.
Browse dori shirts at HOH
Free shipping across India · COD available · ₹3,500–₹6,000
Shop tops and shirts →What is a dori shirt?
A dori shirt is a women's shirt featuring a cord or drawstring detail — at the neckline, cuffs or hem. At HOH, dori detail is applied by hand on each piece.
Where can I buy a dori shirt for women in India?
Haus of Handmade makes handcrafted dori shirts for women in India. Free shipping across India. COD available. Browse at hausofhandmade.com/collections/tops.