FAQ

What is a pre-starched shirt?

The fabric is finished stiff before the shirt is made, so it arrives crisp and bright white, with the look of a kanji-starched shirt, without any starching at home.

Will it stay stiff after washing?

Your shirt is at its stiffest when new and softens a little with each wash. To keep the same crispness, starch it once every 2–3 washes. This is what we recommend to all our customers, and it keeps the shirt looking sharp for a long time. See our guide on how to starch a white shirt at home.

Which shirt should I choose?

Shubhra: light and breathable, for daily wear in the heat.
Vajra: linen-look, very stiff, the classic leader look over a veshti.
Prakhar: dense and less see-through, for weddings and functions.
Tantubandh: thick khadi-look, our stiffest shirt.

What size should I order?

Our shirts are cut generously, so order one size smaller than you wear in other brands. For example, if you wear 42 elsewhere, order 40. See the Size Guide for the full chart.

Why don't you accept returns or exchanges?

A starched white shirt can't be folded back to new once it has been opened or tried on, and white fabric picks up marks easily. So every shirt we send is fresh and untouched, and we can't resell one that has been opened. For the same reason, we accept prepaid orders only and don't offer cash on delivery.

What if my shirt arrives damaged or wrong?

Email us at hello@indiashirthouse.com within 2 days of delivery with your order number and photos, and we'll replace it.

Where do you deliver, and what does it cost?

We deliver across India for a flat ₹60 per order, however many shirts you buy. Orders are processed in 3–5 business days, and standard delivery takes 5–7 business days after that. You'll receive tracking details once your order ships.

How should I wash and iron my shirt?

Wash with whites only, and starch once every 2–3 washes to keep it crisp. When ironing, place a thin cotton cloth over the shirt and iron on top of it, so the iron never touches the shirt directly.