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Bali's legendary hand-painted batik brings island beauty a set of three rayon face masks by Desak Nyoman Parwati. Contoured for comfort, the double-layer masks depict cheerful fish on navy blue, turquoise and cherry red. They are washable and reusable, and feature elastic to loop over the ears.

Thailand's Phatcharaphan handcrafts a batik tablecloth from cotton. After adding geometric motifs to this round item, the artisan finishes the design with little elephants, symbolizing wisdom and prosperity.

Two colorful birds wing across this beautiful blue handbag from Wahyu Sulistiani. Created in batik on cotton, the sawunggaling motif depicts the king's favorite rooster, which is a symbol of Javanese beauty and power. Lavish beadwork is applied by hand, and the roomy tote — lined in black — opens to reveal a convenient inner pocket.

This enchanting tank tunic dress beautifully brings together elements from nature fashioned through handmade batik techniques. Balinese artisan Desak Nyoman Parwati’s chic design is also eco-friendly, as it is crafted from leftover rayon textiles that otherwise would have been discarded, thus reducing waste. The fashionable patchwork dress boasts colorful vine, leaf and dragonfly motifs in a vibrant palette of azure, teal, chartreuse, white and wisteria shades. With a flowy, relaxed fit and side seasm pockets, it's a perfect throw-on-and-go style for the season. Motif's and color placement may vary slightly due to the upcycled nature of this style.

Sawunggaling refers to a traditional Javanese pattern inspired by the King's favorite rooster, a symbol of the nation's power and beauty. Featured in many complexes, this captivating image is now present in Wahyu Sulistiani's cotton shoulder bag, crafted using batik techniques. The accessory comes in a blue hue, with golden-toned plastic beads adding an elegant touch. On top of that, the design has a zippered closure, a black cotton lining and an interior pocket.