Double-Shaded Elastic Long Skirt with Bandhani Print
Gentle hand-wash separately in cold water with a mild detergent. Avoid soaking. Iron on medium heat while slightly damp.
Description
Tie and dye has always been a conversation between resistance and surrender, and here that dialogue plays out across a generous, flowing silhouette. The Bandhani print draws from a centuries-old tradition practised by artisan communities in Gujarat and Rajasthan, where fabric is painstakingly gathered, tied, and dipped so that colour blooms in distinctive rings and clusters. On this skirt, the technique is rendered in a double-shaded palette, allowing two tones to bleed softly into one another along the length of the garment. The rayon fabric lends itself beautifully to this heritage print, falling with an easy drape that echoes the unhurried pace of hand-craft. An elasticated waist accommodating up to 44 inches ensures the fit remains inclusive and comfortable through long afternoons and festival evenings alike. Six thoughtfully chosen colourways, from the depth of Garnet Red to the cool clarity of Biscay Bay, mean there is a mood for every temperament. Pair it with a simple white cotton kurta for a relaxed yet considered daywear ensemble, or layer it beneath an embroidered jacket when the occasion calls for something more composed.
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Behind this piece
Bandhani is among India's oldest resist-dyeing traditions, practised for centuries in the Kutch and Kathiawar regions of Gujarat, and in parts of Rajasthan by Khatri artisan communities. The craft demands extraordinary patience: fabric is gathered by hand into tiny pinches, bound tightly with thread, and submerged in successive dye baths. When the bindings are released, a constellation of dots blooms across the cloth. Here, that ancient vocabulary is rendered in a double-shaded ground on fluid rayon, where two tones bleed softly into each other, giving the Bandhani pattern unusual depth and visual movement.
How to style
In Garnet Red, pair this skirt with an ivory cotton Lucknowi chikankari kurta and tan kolhapuri sandals for an afternoon cultural event. The Biscay Bay or True Blue colourways sit beautifully alongside a crisp white linen shirt, tucked loosely, with oxidised silver jhumkas for a relaxed evening out. Kiwi Green or Vineyard Green tones complement a deep mustard hand-block-print blouse and block-heeled mojris, making a confident choice for a festive lunch or a mehendi gathering. The elastic waistband allows the silhouette to fall gracefully regardless of styling approach.
Fabric & care
Rayon is a semi-synthetic fibre with a soft drape that rewards careful handling. Wash in cold water on a gentle machine cycle or by hand, using a mild, pH-neutral detergent. Do not wring or twist; press the water out gently and lay flat to dry in shade, away from direct sunlight, which can shift the double-shaded tones over time. Iron on a low setting while the fabric retains slight moisture. Store folded, not hung, to prevent the fabric from stretching at the waistband. Proper care will preserve the intensity of the Bandhani print through many seasons.
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