Description
The Gada is the iconic women’s dress of the Lepcha community—an elegant wrap silhouette that sits beautifully on the body. Our version is crafted in lustrous jacquard with woven, tone-on-tone auspicious motifs, finished with gold piping along the neckline and wrap edges. A soft stand collar frames the face, while the side-wrap construction with inner ties gives a secure, adjustable fit for different body types.
Wear it with a classic white blouse and cinch with the brocade waist belt for festive shine. The dress moves comfortably through long ceremonies, photographs beautifully and keeps its shape over time. Choose according to your chest size for the best fit. Made with pride by Lepcha artisans, this Gada keeps cultural identity close while offering easy, occasion-ready styling for Losar, weddings and family functions.
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Primary colours | Black, Royal Blue, Magenta, Mustard (tone-on-tone jacquard) |
| Accent/trim | Gold piping on collar & wrap edge; brocade waist belt; inner ties/hidden fastener |
| Fabric | Rich jacquard (poly/satin blend) with auspicious woven motifs |
| Lining | Partial lining |
| Fit | Women’s wrap dress; soft stand collar; side drape; choose by chest size |
| In the box | 1 × Gada dress + 1 × matching brocade waist belt |
| Care instructions | Dry clean recommended; if hand washing, cold water & mild detergent; do not wring/bleach; line dry in shade; steam or low-heat press on reverse |
| Styling tips | Layer over a white blouse; add a bead necklace or oxidised jewellery; pair with Pangden (optional) and simple flats; low bun for a classic look |
| Origin & make | Inspired by Lepcha women’s ceremonial wear, artisan-finished |
| Colour disclaimer | Jacquard and piping catch light; actual shades may vary across lighting conditions |



Nima Rai –
Looks even better in person than on the site. The motifs are nicely woven
Lhamo Lepcha –
Lovely traditional wear.
Karma Zangmo –
The Magenta colour was slightly deeper than image but still nice. Fabric feels smooth
Tsering Rai –
Good quality overall.
Sangay Bhutia –
Very comfortable even after hours, wore it to a community function
Namrata Chettri –
Love the fabric and the motifs. I wore it for a festival and got so many compliments. The fit was almost perfect after they tailored it to size.
Arun Subba –
Beautiful garment. The gold‑piping along the edges gives a festive touch. It held its shape well throughout the day.
Rinzing Lepcha –
Good traditional dress, though I prefer a slightly lighter fabric for summer wear. Works great for winter
Pema Sherpa –
Very happy with tailoring. Fit was snug but comfortable.
Tashi Lepcha –
Absolutely loved it — classic look, neat stitching, and comfortable
Maya Sharma –
Exceeded expectations, the jacquard motifs are subtle yet striking. I wore it for Losar
Rohit Rai –
My sister-in-law looked very graceful in this dress. Fabric and stitching good, but the colour in Royal Blue is a bit darker than photos.
Nirmala Lepcha –
Stunningly beautiful — the royal blue jacquard with piping catches light, and the whole look felt ethnic. Very satisfied
Sita Gurung –
The mustard shade looked a bit different in sunlight, but overall the dress is lovely. Good value for money
Binita Gurung –
Very happy with stitching and finish. The collar sits nicely, and the gold piping adds richness. Delivery was quick too.
Tashi Sherpa –
Nice traditional dress, but the poly blend makes it a bit warm
Tenzin Lepcha –
Nice dress but the lining feels a bit thin; I hope it stays durable. Still okay for occasional festive wear.
Mrinmoy Chettri –
the fabric feels slightly heavy for hot weather
Laxmi Lepcha –
The wrap‑around design is flattering, and the adjustable ties make it suitable for different body types. Looks ethnic and classy.
Maya Rai –
Bought this for my wife as a gift, she looked graceful and traditional in it.
Kalpana Lama –
Bought this for sister, she was so happy. Fabric quality is better than expected.
Dawa Lepcha –
Elegant dress! Jacquard motifs show well in daylight. Great for traditional events and cultural functions, felt proud wearing it.
Karma Gurung –
Overall very nice dress — fit and finish good.
Sujata Gurung –
Very happy. The tailoring was accurate, colour and finish looked good
Ritika Lama –
The jacquard Lepcha Gada is even more beautiful in person, the gold piping really catches the light and the wrap‑fit felt comfortable.
Sangeeta Lama –
Got this for my mother, she loves the traditional look and the fit is good after they took measurements
Bhavana Chettri –
Absolutely gorgeous! The tone‑on‑tone motifs look elegant. Comfortable to wear during long functions.
Prabha Sherpa –
Liked the overall design; only downside was slightly heavier fabric (poly‑blend) — not as airy as cotton but manageable.
Sonam Lepcha –
Beautifully made. The brocade belt and gold piping give it a rich look. It felt comfortable
Kiran Rai –
Elegant and well‑made. The dress feels rich
Asha Sherpa –
Dress is nice but I wish the belt was a bit wider; narrower belt made it less prominent on lighter outfits.
Lhamo Chettri –
I wore the black version at a wedding got many appreciative comments. The dress drapes beautifully