Indian cotton dress, plant dyed, block printed, kalamkari, pin tuck

This dress is made using traditional Indian block printed fabric (Kalamkari). Made from smooth, high-quality Indian cotton, this loose-fitting design is very cool to wear. The pin tucks on the chest and back add an accent. The silhouette is softly finished by drawing the eye upwards and creating a fluffy look from under the pin tucks. The three-quarter sleeves can be worn for a long season and cover any areas of concern. When it gets a little chilly, it looks great layered with a long-sleeved inner layer. The bottoms can be paired with a variety of items, such as leggings, wide pants, and balloon pants. Enjoy this comfortable, cool, high-quality ethnic dress for adults. [What is block printing/kalamkari?] Block printing, in which dye is applied to woodblocks and patterns are carefully pressed one by one for each color, takes much longer than machine printing, but the subtle shades of color and the fading create a deep texture that is appealing. Furthermore, this fabric is made using the traditional craft of Andhra Pradesh, India, called "kalamkari," and uses dyes extracted from all-natural plants. As it is made entirely from natural materials, it is kind to both the producers and the wearers, and is also environmentally friendly.