This Silk Kantha Kimono Jacket is handmade by women artisans in India using 100% silk up-cycled saris, in a patchwork design with different jewel tone colors on each side. Each piece is reversible and uniquely beautiful, and is made from saris that are intricately stitched together using the traditional “kantha” embroidery technique. The trim detail is made with kalamkari natural dye block print fabric, which is block-printed by artisans in South India.
• Designed in a contemporary, elegant cut with pockets, these reversible handmade jackets are wearable works of art.
• One size fits most, comes in assorted prints and colors. No two jackets are exactly alike!
• Bust: 44 inches around • Sleeves: 24 inches • Length: 32 inches
• Material: 100% up-cycled silk • Color: Assorted • Care: Hand-Washing Recommended, Hang to Dry
“Sevya” is a Sanskrit word that means “caring through service”; caring for humanity and for the environment we live in.
Sevya is dedicated to preserving the indigenous art forms and cultures of India by supporting the artisan communities who uphold these traditions. They work directly with artisan communities throughout India to develop contemporary styles of apparel & accessories that showcase their traditional and eco-friendly methods of handcraft–including hand-loom, block-printing, tie-dye, and embroidery. Their collection of fair trade apparel, accessories, and home linens are made with the finest natural materials using traditional craft techniques, which are passed down from generation to generation. By providing a sustainable livelihood to these artisan communities, we help to ensure that these artisans, and their craft traditions, can continue to flourish.
Sevya is a member of the Fair Trade Federation.
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