- Embroidered Indian-style tunic
- Made from a poly-silk (72%-28%) blend
- V-neck, vented hem, side slits
- Hand-embroidered
- Available in sizes S-XXL (please see tunic measurements below)
- 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.
S: Chest 40" Hips 42"
M: Chest 44" Hips 46"
L: Chest 46" Hips 48"
XL: Chest 48" Hips 50"
XXL: Chest 50" Hips 52"
Wash care: While we recommend hand-wash separately due to embroidered threads, the fabric wash instructions are as follows: cold wash, tumble dry, low iron, and do not bleach.
This item may feature slight variations in color, print, and overall design. Such characteristics enhance the unique artistry of each piece. Due to the handmade nature of the piece, please allow for a slight variance in sizing.
design: A relaxed V-neck tunic in a soft peach, blush, and lavender watercolor-style print, with a dense panel of hand embroidery framing the neckline in floral and butterfly motifs. Three-quarter sleeves, a vented hem, and side slits give it an easy, flowing drape.
size: Available in sizes S-XXL, flat garment measurements: S Chest 40" Hips 42"; M Chest 44" Hips 46"; L Chest 46" Hips 48"; XL Chest 48" Hips 50"; XXL Chest 50" Hips 52". Add 4-6 inches to body measurements for fit comfort.
material: Poly-silk blend (72% polyester, 28% silk)
features: Hand embroidery at the neckline, V-neck, vented hem, side slits, three-quarter sleeves, allover watercolor print
care: Hand wash separately in cold water to protect the embroidered threads, or tumble dry low, iron on low, and do not bleach.
disclaimer: As a hand-embroidered, handmade piece, expect slight variations in color, print placement, and sizing from garment to garment.
The Story
This tunic follows the silhouette of the Indian kurta, adapted here with a Western V-neck and a shorter, three-quarter sleeve for everyday wear. The kurta is one of the most enduring garment forms on the subcontinent, worn across regions and generations, and its loose, straight-cut body is designed for movement and comfort in warm climates.
The embroidery panel at the neckline draws on a long-standing Indian textile practice of concentrating needlework at the yoke and placket, the part of the garment closest to the face. Floral sprays and butterfly forms are common in this style of surface embroidery, chosen for the way thread catches light and adds dimension to a printed fabric rather than for any single fixed meaning.
Pairing a digitally printed watercolor ground with hand-worked embroidery is a contemporary approach that keeps the hand-stitching tradition active in a piece meant for daily rotation, rather than treating embroidery as a museum technique.
Garments like this one begin with the watercolor-effect fabric being printed, then handed to an embroiderer who works the floral and butterfly panel directly onto the cut fabric panel, stitch by stitch, before the pieces are cut and sewn into the finished tunic. Because the embroidery is done by hand rather than by machine, thread tension, stitch spacing, and motif placement vary slightly from one tunic to the next — a signature of the maker's hand rather than a flaw.
Craft & Materials
- Made In: India
- Craft Tradition: Hand embroidery
- Ideal For: Women looking for an easy, boho-leaning layer with hand-worked detail
- Wear It With: Wear over jeans or leggings with simple sandals, letting the embroidered neckline and print stand on their own
- Purpose: Everyday wear, layering piece, travel top, casual outing
Questions & Answers
What is this tunic made of?
It's made from a poly-silk blend (72% polyester, 28% silk) with a hand-embroidered panel at the neckline.
How should I wash it?
We recommend hand-washing separately to protect the embroidered threads. If machine washing, use cold water, tumble dry low, iron on low, and avoid bleach.
How do I choose my size?
Check the flat garment measurements in the size chart and add 4-6 inches to your body measurements for a comfortable fit, since these are flat, not body, measurements.
Will the embroidery or print match exactly what's pictured?
Since each tunic is hand-embroidered, expect slight variation in stitch placement, color, and print from the photos and from piece to piece — that's part of its handmade character.
Where is this tunic made?
It's made in India, where the embroidery panel is hand-stitched before the garment is sewn.
