Vintage Printed Tie Dress with Flared Sleeves
Dry clean only. Store folded in a soft muslin pouch away from direct sunlight to keep the sheen alive.
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Behind this piece
Art silk carries a particular romance in Indian textile history: it emerged as a democratic echo of pure mulberry silk, making the fluid drape and lustrous sheen of traditional weaves accessible to a wider world. The vintage floral print on this tie dress draws from a visual vocabulary long favoured in Banaras and Surat printing ateliers, where block and screen printing on lightweight fabrics has sustained family workshops across generations. The Silver Mink and Sunflower colourways are chosen with restraint, honouring the craft tradition of letting print and movement speak before colour announces itself.
How to style
In Silver Mink, this dress earns its place at an intimate evening gathering. Pair it with block-printed kolhapuri flats and oxidised silver jhumkas from Rajasthan for a considered, unfussy look. The Sunflower colourway lends itself to festive afternoons: wear it with tan leather wedges and a single gold kada. For both versions, a handwoven Maheshwari stole in ivory, draped loosely over one shoulder, adds textile depth without competing with the flared sleeves. Keep accessories minimal; the silhouette and print are the conversation.
Fabric & care
Art silk demands gentleness and rewards it with years of wear. Hand wash in cold water using a mild, pH-neutral detergent, never wringing or twisting the fabric. Rinse once, support the weight of the wet garment with both hands, and press out water gently between a dry towel. Dry flat in shade, away from direct sunlight, which can fade printed pigments over time. Iron on a low setting with a pressing cloth between iron and fabric. Store folded in soft muslin, not on hangers, to prevent the weave from stretching at the shoulders.
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