An eclectic statement piece for warm days, this cotton tunic top transforms basic jeans and bottoms into a cheery ray of sunshine. Inspired by traditional Indian kurtas, its roomy silhouette is finished with casual three-quarter sleeves and a split neckline.
- Printed Indian tunic
- Made of 100% cotton
- Split neckline, vented hem
- Available in sizes S-XL
- 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 42" Hips 44"
L: Chest 46" Hips 48"
XL: Chest 48" Hips 50"
XXL: Chest 50" Hips 52"
design: A relaxed kurta-inspired tunic in an ivory cotton ground overlaid with a bold marigold-and-blush diamond print, finished with a split V-neckline and a straight, vented hem.
size: Available in sizes S–XL (chart also lists XXL). Flat garment measurements: S: Chest 40", Hips 42"; M: Chest 42", Hips 44"; L: Chest 46", Hips 48"; XL: Chest 48", Hips 50"; XXL: Chest 50", Hips 52". Add 4–6 inches to your body measurements for fit, since these are flat-lay numbers on a handmade garment.
material: 100% cotton
features: Split V-neckline, three-quarter sleeves, vented side hem, roomy kurta silhouette, allover printed diamond motif
care: Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle or hand wash, then line dry to protect the print and the cotton's shape.
disclaimer: As a handmade, printed garment, slight variation in print placement and color from piece to piece is normal and part of its character.
The Story
This tunic takes its shape from the kurta, the loose, straight-cut top worn across India for generations as everyday warm-weather dress. The wide body, dropped shoulders, and side vents are all kurta hallmarks, built for ease of movement and airflow rather than a fitted Western cut. The split neckline at the center front is a common kurta finishing detail, giving a clean opening without buttons or a full placket.
The allover diamond-and-medallion print draws its visual language from ikat, the resist-dye patterning tradition long practiced in weaving centers across India, where yarns are tied and dyed before being woven into these stepped, serrated diamond shapes. Here the motif is printed rather than woven, but the jagged edges and nested lattice of diamonds are a direct visual quotation of that ikat vocabulary, a design language recognizable well beyond the specific looms that originated it.
The marigold yellow and soft pink palette is a familiar pairing in Indian textiles, associated with warm-weather ease and festive dress rather than any single region or occasion. Paired with the kurta form, it reads as an everyday piece with a print history rooted in a specific textile tradition, not a costume reference.
Cotton is cut to the loose kurta pattern, with the side seams left partly open at the hem for the signature vent, then stitched into the finished silhouette by garment workers in India. The diamond pattern is printed onto the fabric in repeat, translating the stepped, saw-toothed lines associated with handwoven ikat into a printed surface design, then the top is trimmed, hemmed, and finished by hand for the split neckline detail.
Craft & Materials
- Made In: India
- Craft Tradition: Kurta-inspired tailoring
- Ideal For: Women who want a breezy, easy-fit statement top for warm weather
- Wear It With: Wear over jeans, leggings, or solid-colored bottoms to let the print lead
- Purpose: Casual daywear, warm-weather layering, beach or travel cover-up, weekend wear
Questions & Answers
What sizes does the Sunshine Cotton Tunic Top come in?
It's available from S through XL (with XXL measurements also listed). Because the sizing is based on flat garment measurements, add 4-6 inches for how you want it to fit your body.
What is the tunic made of?
It's 100% cotton, printed with the diamond pattern and cut in a roomy kurta silhouette.
Will my tunic look exactly like the photo?
Since this is a handmade, printed garment, expect small variations in the print placement and shading from piece to piece — that's part of its character, not a flaw.
How do I wash it without fading the print?
Wash cold by hand or on a gentle machine cycle and line dry; avoid high heat, which can dull the printed colors over time.
Is this top fitted or relaxed?
It's a relaxed, straight kurta cut with a vented hem and three-quarter sleeves, meant to skim the body rather than hug it.
