Kathleen
Nov 26, 2025
Thank You Seema Shah
I wanted a dress made of subtly-patterned rayon, with long sleeves, midi length. None of my usual sources had anything even close. Same with trying to find a pattern and fabric to sew it myself. Along came a Novica catalog with this Celestial Day dress by Seema Shah. It looked perfect! I was amazed how quickly it arrived from India. The dress is as pictured. The rayon fabric has a lovely drape plus an interesting dobby texture. I love the side pockets. The lining is a nice touch. The background color is great and the print is subtle and pretty. There is embroidery on the front yoke which coordinates nicely with the fabric. I am 72 and it looks and feels great on me. I would have loved it at age 22!
Deborah
May 8, 2021
graceful, elegant, joyful
I feel so lovely in this dress, "Floral Symphony"! It brightens my day. A mini-celebration of color, craftsmanship and artistic expression. The bodice fits without binding and the skirt drapes softly as I sit or stand. I love the details such as the contrasting waistband and vertical binding on the panel seams. The use of the smaller scale print on the bodice and the border on the hem creates are in perfect proportion.
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