Kaftan in silk, naturally colored, grey/indigo

ONLY AVAILABLE IN OUR STOCKHOLM STORE

A unique kaftan/kimono dyed with plants, minerals, vegetables, so-called. Natural Dye in Stockholm. Medium length, open front, beautiful asymmetric fit and easy-to-wear model for parties, everyday life or as a nice dressing gown. Soft handwoven silk from our friends in Kerala has been dyed by masters in Stockholm who have worked for over 20 years with the Natural Dye technique, where plants, minerals, and vegetables are pressed and folded directly onto the fabric. The result is a unique one-of-a-kind textile - a wonderful portable color firework. 

Material and origin: 100% 40 gr Mullberry silk from Kerala, India. Size: One size / S-XXL.
Width & Length: Chest width 108 cm, full length 106 cm.
The silk is washed and therefore does not shrink.
Color: 50 Indigo blue
ART 967-50

Production time/shawl: 50 days: The silk cocoon is hand-picked, hand spinning 2 days, natural dyeing 1 day, woven and finished, fringe-cutting, label: 2 days. 5 days Plant Dye. 

Durability: Weaving and spinning by hand means that the threads are wonderfully irregular - a work of the hand. Care for your new silk garment tenderly and you will have a friend for life. Weather primarily. Then wash gently by hand in cold water with mild soap and hang dry.

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