Tailored Kaftan in Sky Blue

Oceania and the Pacific Islands - Malaysia

Tailored Kaftan in Sky Blue

Sizes: S/M, L/XL

Opacity: 4

Sleeve: Fixed

Elasticity: The fabric has minimal elastic content, however the pleating on the chest and skirt of this kaftan mean there is significant room for size variation in this garment.

The Kaftan (or Caftan) is recognised by UNESCO as being a garment of cultural significance. However, UNESCO also recognise that it is a garment that has a shared history, as many places independently developed kaftans as part of their cultural dress. It is believed the kaftan originated in Central Asia and Mesopotamia in the first millennium. The garment is described as being an overcoat or tunic worn over clothing. The tunic style kaftan has become the basis of the resort style or boho style kaftans that have become incredibly popular in the West. However the open, overcoat style kaftans are the ones that have influenced the traditional Moroccan kaftan as well as this kaftan developed by Malaysian designers.

While this kaftan is a single garment, the pleating on the chest and skirt give the illusion of the garment being a loose coat worn over a gathered garment. Likewise, the skirt on this kaftan is very generous, and wraps in around the wearer’s hips, creating a loose hourglass silhouette rarely seen in other kaftans. This really is a beautifully tailored, designer kaftan fit for much more than resort wear. This is a kaftan which could easily be worn to formal or work functions.

Made of Royal satin, this kaftan feels smooth against the skin and moves easily when worn over other clothes. The belt is self tying, so you can wear it as cinched in as your modesty standards allow you to feel comfortable doing. Alternately, you could easily wear this garment without the belt as the layered gathered section is beautifully executed. The round neck line means this kaftan moves loosely over your body without becoming uncomfortable, regardless of the activity you are engaged in. Provided in this stunning shade of light blue, this is a kaftan that will expand your kaftan wardrobe far beyond the ever prevalent and loved tunic inspired kaftan and move you into the far more tailored overcoat style kaftan.

Measurement of Garment in centimeters (Bust, Hip, Sleeve at widest point)

S/M: Bust 111cm, Hip 121cm, Sleeve 55cm

L/XL: Bust 116cm, Hip 127cm, Sleeve 58cm