Oaxaca Dress in Sandcastle

$ 338.00
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Description
  • Midi-length, straight-fit pullover caftan
  • Low V-neckline
  • Ruffle detailing at the side hems
  • Includes a tie belt
  • Crafted from khadi, a mid-weight, textured, hand-loomed cotton fabric
  • 100% cotton; lined in 100% cotton
  • Made in India
Handmade Details

HAND BLOCK PRINTED

We collaborate with a family of 7th generation master printers in Bagru, India to create our block printed fabric.

Each part of the process of this ancient technique takes place in this community: hand carving blocks out of wood, hand printing the fabric using Azo-free dyes, and washing and setting the final textiles. Nature plays an important role in the process, from mineral rich water and the sun’s rays to plants and the earth, all used in various stages of printing.

HAND LOOMED

Our hand loomed fabric is made in rural India by artisan weavers using pedals, shuttles, and manpower to weave the fabric, all without the aid of electricity.

The multi-step process is carried out by the community, from warping yarns and winding cones, to starching fabric and setting up the loom.

The weavers we work with are either entrepreneurs with looms in their homes or part of a weaving revival project or NGO.

HAND SPUN YARNS

Our khadi fabric is hand loomed using hand spun yarns. Artisan weavers use a spinning wheel to hand spin natural fibers into yarn. Then, they weave the yarn into fabric on a loom using pedals and shuttles. The whole process takes place without the aid of electricity.

“Kitties,” or bits of the environment caught in the fibers, are inherently part of the fabric and aren’t seen as defects but rather add to the character of the fabric.

This technique creates a breathable and durable fabric with a linen-like texture that will keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Sizing

Cailey is 5'9" and wears a small.

Fits true to size with a loose & straight fit.

Length of size small from high point of shoulder: 49.25"
Care

Hand wash in cold water with pH-neutral soap. Do not bleach. Hang to dry. Warm iron if needed or dry clean using petroleum solvent only.
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