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Batik motifs blossom as hibiscus flowers in this stylish deep blue tunic by Chomsuda Samana. Crafted of cool lightweight woven cotton, the top features a mandarin collar and slips over the head. The patterns are repeated on the back.

By Saktut Raitawati of Bali, this cotton men's short sleeve shirt will be a favorite for its style and ease. The pattern on the handcrafted batik shirt is a playful array of varying squares and rectangles on a field of midnight blue.

Alaya Cholprasertsuk in Thailand presents a breathtaking semi-sheer batik blouse for women. The short-sleeved woven cotton top in blue and purple is hand-painted with flowers and vines using traditional batik methods. The airy top features coconut shell buttons at the keyhole neckline as well as hem slits at both sides for a comfortable fit.

Inspired by textiles from Thailand's Lisu Hill Tribes, Chattima fuses cultures in this elegant navy jacket. Made from a cotton and hemp blend the open jacket highlights Lisu Strips on the cuffs and front opening. This traditional textile is made by overlapping and folding thin strips of brightly colored fabric producing an applique patchwork that is applied to clothing. Chattima sympathetically combines this with hand stamped indigo fabric inserts on the cuff from the Hmong tribe and hand made silk rozettes on the placket. A single hand tied robe button finishes the neckline.

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.