Cotton block-printed kimono with indigo overdye

Block-printed cotton kimono overdyed with natural indigo. An original Spirit of Threads design.

From inception to finished product, each stage in the process is a precise craft carried out by our friends in the middle of the Cardamom Hills of southern India. The cotton is grown and harvested in the Tamilnadu region of southern India. The block pattern is created through a batik method and then overdyed with organic indigo cultivated, grown, and harvested from around Aranya’s large, airy facility nestled amongst tea fields in Munnar, Kerala. The indigo plant is picked from the surrounding fields and prepared in a deep vat stirred regularly. The sewing also takes place here.

Straight design with large sewn-on pockets, generously wide sleeves, and an accompanying sash.

Don this beautiful kimono at a fancy party, wear as a luxurious bathrobe, or use for everyday wear.

Art no: 816

Material: 60-gram Tamilnadu cotton
Size: One size (S – XL)
Colours: 50 Indigo, natural dye

Measurements:
Full length 110 cm
Chest 76 cm

Origins: Cotton from Tamilnadu naturally indigo dyed and sewn in the Cardamom Hills, Kerala, India

Production Time: 55 days

Durability and Care: The kimono is made entirely by hand with organic materials and dyes. Gently care for your new garment, and you will have a companion for life. Begin by hanging it out to air. When necessary, wash gently by hand or in a delicate machine cycle at 40°C. with mild soap. Hang dry.

Indigo garments may bleed. This is normal and will stop after a few washes.

 

Read more about Aranya here.

Read more about indigo here.