dramatic tops

Summery and fashion-forward, these wide-leg cropped pants are by Akkharaphon in Thailand. Solid Caribbean blue at the top transitions to a dramatic hand-painted batik peacock motif at the bottom. The lightweight cotton culottes feature an elastic-back waist with a drawstring for comfort.

Extravagant birds of paradise flourish on a deep ginger shawl. Working in batik on silk, Yuni Kristina creates a wrap of dramatic beauty.