Featuring opulent patterns in rich colors, the Midnight Desert tunic showcases traditional Indian handicrafts with embroidered florals at the neck and hem. Topped with a buttoned henley neckline and side slits, it's made from a lux poly-silk blend.
- Embroidered Indian-style tunic
- Made from a polyester and silk blend
- 72% – Polyestere, 28% – Silk
- Henley neckline, vented hem
- Shades of midnight blue with sand-colored embroidery
- Made in India
Garment Flat Measurement (Inches): Please note that the measurements are for the flat garment. Depending on your comfort level, please add 4-6 inches to your body measurements. Since these are handmade, please allow for a little variation. Length is about 30"-31"
S: Chest 42" Hips 44"
M: Chest 44" Hips 46"
L: Chest 46" Hips 48"
XL: Chest 48" Hips 50"
XXL: Chest 50" Hips 52"
This item may feature slight variations in color, print, and overall design. Such characteristics enhance the unique artistry of each piece.
design: A relaxed, longline tunic in a deep midnight-blue paisley print, with a dense cream embroidered floral panel at the buttoned henley neckline that echoes down the placket, plus embroidered trim at the vented hem.
size: Flat garment measurement; length approximately 30"-31". Chest/hip run S: 42"/44" to XXL: 50"/52". Add 4-6 inches to body measurements for fit.
material: 72% polyester, 28% silk blend
features: Buttoned henley neckline, embroidered floral bib at the chest, allover paisley print, long sleeves with contrast cuffs, vented side hem
care: Hand wash cold or dry clean, and lay flat to dry to protect the embroidery and print.
disclaimer: As a printed and embroidered piece, expect slight variation in color, print placement, and embroidery from one tunic to the next.
The Story
The tunic's allover print is built on the paisley, a curved teardrop motif known in India as the boteh. It has been a mainstay of Indian textile design for centuries, appearing in woven and printed cloth across the subcontinent long before it was adopted and popularized in Europe through the Kashmir shawl trade. Here it's rendered in shades of midnight blue and sand, a palette that reads as understated rather than showy.
Set against that print is a dense embroidered floral panel at the neckline, a treatment common on Indian tunics and kurtas, where a plain or printed body is given a focal point of embellishment at the chest and collar. Floral embroidery of this kind draws on a long-running vocabulary of vine, leaf, and blossom forms used across Indian embroidery traditions, adapted here in a cream thread that stands out crisply against the dark ground.
Together, the print and the embroidered bib reflect a common approach in Indian garment-making: pairing a patterned yardage with hand- or machine-worked embellishment concentrated where it will be seen, rather than covering the whole garment.
A tunic like this starts with paisley-printed poly-silk yardage, which is then cut and sewn into the garment shape before the embroidery is added at the neckline and hem. Embroiderers work the floral panel in dense, closely spaced stitches so the pattern holds its shape and density after repeated wear and washing, then finish the piece with a buttoned henley placket, cuffed sleeves, and vented side seams sewn by garment workers in India.
Craft & Materials
- Made In: India
- Craft Tradition: Indian embroidery on paisley-printed cloth
- Ideal For: Women who want an easy, elevated top with visible handwork for everyday or travel wear
- Wear It With: Wear with jeans and simple flats or boots, letting the embroidered neckline and print stand as the outfit's focal point
- Purpose: Everyday wear, travel, layering over leggings or jeans, casual office wear
Questions & Answers
What is this tunic made of?
It's made from a poly-silk blend, 72% polyester and 28% silk, which gives it a soft drape with a bit of sheen.
Is the embroidery hand-done or printed?
The floral panel at the neckline is embroidered, while the surrounding paisley pattern is printed onto the fabric.
What size should I order?
Measurements are taken flat on the garment, so add 4-6 inches to your body measurements for the fit you prefer, and check the chest/hip chart by size.
How should I care for it?
Hand wash cold or dry clean, and lay flat to dry to keep the embroidery and print looking their best.
Will my tunic look exactly like the photo?
Expect small variations in print placement and embroidery, since each piece is individually cut and embellished.
