Blue-Red Cotton Ajrakh Printed Kaftan

This cotton kaftan carries a traditional Ajrakh block print across an easy silhouette. Full-length and straight-cut, this its kimono sleeves fall from the shoulder in one uninterrupted line, and a round neck keeps it simple. The cotton breathes through the warmest afternoon. Wear it at home, on holiday or to a relaxed lunch. Pair it with Fabindia jewellery and a straw bag for a holiday-ready look.

Craft Details

A unique resist printing technique, Ajrakh uses natural dyes to create intricate patterns with multiple overlays of colour. Considered to be one of the most demanding hand block-print techniques in the world, the traditional colours found in this thirteen step process include jewel tones of red, indigo, black and white. This craft has its roots in Kutch, Barmer and Sindh.