Fine Silk Kaftan ; Rose Gold Ombré
An elegant variation on an iconic shape. A relaxed fit fully lined longer length dress based on a traditional kaftan shape. It has a slit neckline with tassel rouleau ties, side pockets and a square panelled yoke trimmed with antique French passementerie silk tassels. Hem and cuffs have a wide border of a slightly heavier weave silk. Generous pleats at front and back ensure it hangs beautifully.
The pale gold base silk is over dyed in ombré rose pink, and the hand block printed floral patches introduce elements of deep red and indigo blue . Created from a carefully selected vintage silk saree.
Fully lined in a block printed silk habutai in complementary shades
Created from carefully selected vintage 100% silk saris.
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Sizing As the fit of all these dresses is meant to be loose and fluid it provides a fair bit of flexibility on sizing.
I have designated this a medium size. It is graded to a UK 14, but the generous cut would means it could work for a wide range of sizes from UK 10-16, depending how loose you like the fit.
Shown on a size UK12 tailor's mannequin.
I have given the actual garment measurements below so it is very important you ascertain for yourself how it will work with your own measurements. Remember to double the bust figure to give maximum circumferences, and that these pieces are meant to be loose fitting, so allow a generous amount of room over your particular body measurements
Underarm to underarm (bust) ; 56cms / 22"
Shoulder to hem ; 137cms /54"
Construction
As with all of the Pavilion Parade Vestments pieces, the quality of the finish is paramount, with French and bound seams throughout (no overlocking) to ensure both a comfortable wear and a long life.
Each of these pieces is created from vintage 100% natural fibre saris. The design is very considered, with the cut engineered to make the best use of the various areas of beautiful printed design on the sari. I will spend some hours before cutting trying out different pattern layouts to ensure the most pleasing finished effect.
Care;
Dry clean only to preserve the integrity of the silks and prevent fading.
The ingredients Please be aware that these unique pieces are created from vintage textiles, which have had a previous life, so consequently there may be the odd very minor smudge or tiny catch to the surface of the fabric. These in no way impinge on their beauty, and you can be sure that they do not compromise the integrity of the material. Any little area of actual damage or thinning is repaired with a tiny embroidered patch (one of my favourite features!), and this is always clearly mentioned in the description.
Sustainability Every time a Pavilion Parade order is placed a donation is made via Ecologi to fund the planting of a tree in order to make a positive net contribution to combatting climate change. The trees are environmentally high value and part of gold standard schemes designed and managed to benefit local communities.
Packaging Dresses are dispatched in acid free tissue paper and recyclable cardboard boxes sealed with kraft paper eco tape. These are placed inside pouches for weather protection during transit which are made entirely from an environmentally friendly compostable bio-plastic created from sugar-cane.
