Hand Woven Blue Cotton Sleeveless Blouse from India, "Varkala Sea"
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Handloomed cotton evokes the blue waters of Varkala beach on the Arabian Sea. By Isha Jain, this sleeveless blouse features pleats that cascade from an embroidered yoke with colorful kantha running stitches. Bias binding trims the armholes and scoop neck, and the top fastens with a fabric button at the back.
As is typical of genuine handloomed fabric, there are tiny slubs throughout. This occurs when a thread runs out, and the weaver extends it by twisting a new thread together with the old.
- 0.10 kgs
- 0.2 lbs
- Garment Measurements
- 66 cm Length (from high-point shoulder) x 109.2 cm Bust/chest
- 26" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 43" Bust/chest
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Kimberly
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06/21/2016
"Very nice, not exactly as shown"
This actually has multi-colored stitching in front, which I couldn't see in the photo (might be in the description, I didn't check). The color is not as pictured, it is actually a very definite turquoise/teal (greenish blue) and not the denim/royal blue (no green tone) pictured. This seems to be a problem with Novica items in general; I wish their photos were more true. ,i like this item a lot, though, and will enjoy wearing it. A little big in the underarm area (I am a US size 16).
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Mary
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09/22/2021
"beautiful blue!"
The shade of blue is stunning. The pleats and cut are flattering and the fabric is cool for hot days.
Best Uses
- hot days, casual work wear, running out and about
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Brenda
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05/31/2022
"“Varkala Sea” appropriately named!"
This is the most beautiful shade of blue. I love the accent of colored threads in the pleats. Lovely detail!
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Lindy
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09/10/2021
"Beautiful color"
This blouse is so comfortable and perfect for warm weather. The material is woven with two different shades of the same color which gives it nice depth. In order to get a good fit around my bust and hips, I had to order a larger size. Everything fit well except for the enormous armholes which looked awful. I was able to take a tuck in the underarm seam and now it looks and feels great. If it werent for that, I would have given five stars. If you want the pleats to be crisp after washing, you will have to iron it.
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Hilary
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06/26/2017
"Cool as a breeze!"
Well made and beautiful sewing work. Very comfortable for hot summer days. Love the color!
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Carol
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09/10/2023
"Pretty"
Its really nothing special. I ordered it because it looked cool with the short sleeves .
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Amy
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08/29/2023
"pretty color"
the color is so pretty, and the material is nice too. mine was very tight under the arms though; i had to get it altered by a tailor. size up!
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Elizabeth
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07/13/2023
"Super cute"
I bought this top some time ago and have worn it a ton. It is light cotton but not see through, just the right weight for summer. The pattern and color are breezy and cute. Pop it on and you are ready to go.
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- Great every day top
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Annette Arena
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04/19/2023
"Beautiful and Versatile"
I love this cotton and silk shawl because of its artistic quality. The use of various techniques including block printing and the use of complementary colors of red and green and some black. It can complement many outfits. It can be used as a shawl and because it is so light, it can also serve as a scarf with a jacket. Thank you, Isha Jain.
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Jennifer
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04/12/2023
"ADORABLE!!"
Cutest. Top. Ever. I love it SO much! It s absolutely beautiful, extremely well made, in a gorgeous, shimmering color… AND, the buttons are over-the-top adorable. Slam dunk- my new favorite! It s perfect!!
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Melinda
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02/21/2023
"Dressy scarf"
Beautiful design, firmer fabric helps it stay where you put it.
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