Botanical Dress - Handwoven Cotton - Fine Stripe

An adorable dress with gathers all around the waist and mid-length sleeves with gathered cuffs. Shell buttons all the way down the front so it can be worn as an open layer as well. Light and airy - shows all the beauty of hand woven cloth. 

Sewn from medium weight cotton that has been thread dyed with natural dyes and handwoven by village artisans in South India. By dyeing the threads before weaving, there is an added depth to the colour that celebrates the handcraft and the artisans who created the cloth.

Details:

• 100% cotton - medium weight.
• Thread-dyed with natural dyes & handwoven.
• Side pockets.
• French seams.
  
• Sewn at the Maiwa Studio in India.

A Note on Fit:

• Generous fit.

Small: Bust up to 38" / length 35" from shoulder seam to hem.

Medium: Bust up to 42" / length 35" from shoulder seam to hem.

Large: Bust up to 46" / length 36" from shoulder seam to hem.

Model: Sachiko is 5’3” bust: 36”, waist: 29”, hip: 39” wearing a size medium.

* All discounted items are final sale

*Handwoven fabrics may contain slight variegations that are to be celebrated and are a reminder of the hand craft that created the garment.

Care Instructions: Hand wash only in cool water. To protect the natural dyes and natural fabric you absolutely must use a pH neutral liquid detergent. Roll in a towel to remove excess moisture and hang to dry.

Some natural dyes are sensitive to citrus.

Recommended detergents: Ecos, Eucalan, or a mild liquid detergent no higher than pH 7

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Comfortable, versatile clothing that celebrates natural fibres, natural dyes and hand weaves. Feels great against your skin, while looking effortless and stylish at home or out in the world.

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