Pure Cotton Ikkat Dress White Upto Plus Size

How are the pink stripes on this dress made?

They are woven in using the ikat technique. Bundles of yarn are tied at set points and dyed, so the tied sections stay pale while the rest takes the colour. On the loom these line up as thin pink stripes broken into dashes, with the softly blurred edges that mark a true ikat.

How does the tiered skirt fall?

The skirt is gathered at the waist and built in tiers, so it gains a little more volume as it goes down to a midi length. It moves nicely when you walk and falls loosely over the hips for an easy, relaxed fit.

Will the pink run onto the white?

Some colour can bleed from hand-dyed ikat, so treat it with care. Hand wash it gently with a mild detergent, wash it on its own, do not leave it soaking, and dry it in shade. This keeps the white clear and the stripes sharp.

Is it a good pick for hot weather?

It is a light cotton dress on a pale white base with fine pink stripes, so it looks fresh and easy on warm days and long journeys. The tiered midi skirt sits loose around the legs, and a quick steam or iron freshens it up before you step out.

Can I get it in a plus size?

Yes, this dress comes in sizes that go up to plus sizes. Choose your usual size from the options on this page; the gathered waist and the tiered skirt give you easy room to move.