Long Printed Kaftan with Waist Sash
Gentle hand-wash separately in cold water with a mild detergent. Avoid soaking. Iron on medium heat while slightly damp.
Description
Colour, after all, is its own kind of ceremony. This long kaftan arrives in two shades that feel borrowed from a festival procession: the bold, unapologetic warmth of Festival Fuchsia and the quieter grandeur of Royal Lilac. Printed across fluid polyester, the pattern carries the spirit of block-print traditions without demanding the weight of handwoven cloth, making it an honest and comfortable choice for warm-weather occasions. The silhouette is generously cut in a single free size, falling gracefully to the ankle with a waist sash that invites the wearer to define her own silhouette. Kaftans in this relaxed register have long been part of the Indian resort and festive wardrobe, sitting comfortably between ease and occasion. The fabric moves well, resists creasing on long afternoons, and requires very little fuss to maintain. Wear it belted at a garden celebration with juttis in a complementary gold or copper. For quieter evenings, let the sash fall loose and pair with simple silver ear studs to let the colour do its own quiet work.
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Behind this piece
The kaftan carries within it a long memory. From the royal courts of Persia and the Ottoman empire, it travelled across trade routes to become, in the hands of Indian textile culture, something altogether its own: a garment that breathes, drapes, and moves with the wearer. This printed version honours that legacy through a bold repeat pattern, a fitted waist sash that cinches the silhouette with intention, and a floor-length fall that recalls the unhurried elegance of evening. Made to order, each piece is cut and finished after you choose, reducing waste and ensuring fit.
How to style
For a destination wedding or sundowner gathering, wear the Fairway colourway with gold kolhapuri sandals and a single strand of polki. Festival Fuchsia pairs well with block-printed cotton trousers underneath for a layered, Indo-bohemian evening look; finish with oxidised silver jhumkas. Pirate Black is the most versatile: wear it to a gallery opening with minimal jewellery and pointed leather mules. Royal Lilac softens beautifully against ivory embroidered dupatta draped loose at the shoulder. Across all four colours, keep the waist sash firmly tied to anchor the silhouette.
Fabric & care
Polyester holds colour and shape exceptionally well, but it rewards gentle handling. Machine wash on a delicate cycle in cold water, using a mild liquid detergent without enzymes. Avoid wringing or twisting the fabric, as this can distort the print over time. Tumble dry on the lowest setting, or lay flat to air dry away from direct sunlight. If ironing is needed, use a low heat setting with a pressing cloth between the iron and the printed surface. Store hanging, not folded, to prevent crease lines forming along the sash ties.
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