Kinnari Kalamkari Silk Dress

Every motif on this dress is crafted by hand. Kalamkari artisans use a fine bamboo pen (the kalam) dipped in natural dyes, building each figure stroke by stroke: deities, animals, and courtly scenes drawn across the bodice and skirt like a temple wall unrolled onto silk. No two dresses carry the exact same painting.

The fabric is pure silk, so it carries a soft sheen and falls with weight — not stiff, not clingy. A Green -silk border trims the neckline, cuffs, and asymmetric handkerchief hem, with fine gold thread finishing the yoke seam. Elbow-length sleeves, a V-neck, and a flared silhouette that skims rather than clings.

Made for real bodies. Sizes S to 4XL, cut generously through the shoulders and waist so you're not negotiating with the fit.

Details

Each piece is painted — slight variations in motif placement are part of the craft, not a flaw

Size Guide (in inches)

Dry clean recommended

Each piece is woven by hand, so small irregularities in the weave, colour or print are part of the craft, not a defect.

Colours may look slightly different on screen. Natural dyes can bleed in the first few washes, so wash separately.

Free shipping on orders above ₹999 across India. Orders dispatch in 2–4 business days with tracked courier partners.

Returns are accepted as per our return policy and refunded as a credit note.