What are traditional methods for making handmade robes?

Traditional methods of hand crafting robes vary by region, culture, and historical context. Two common techniques that allow artisans to create luxurious, wearable, highly-detailed robes are hand-painting and hand-stitching. In Bali, where the practice of making robes by hand has been passed down for generations, the traditional method of batik is a signature style. The Batik Tulis, for example, is a technique that utilizes wax-resistant dye that is then applied directly to the cloth. It is an intricate, patient process that can produce extraordinarily detailed pieces. Batik Cap is another classic technique where a copper stamp is repeatedly pressed with the wax-resistant dye onto the cloth. This process creates patterns on the garment that are then dip-dyed to saturate color into the unwaxed parts of the robe. Both batik techniques produce unique pieces that represent the incredible talent of our artisans in Bali.

What are the most popular designs for handmade robes?

Each region puts its signature mark on its handmade robes. In Thailand, for example, designs featuring geometric patterns and labyrinth motifs are trending. These patterns are hand-woven to create a ruched texture that highlights the intricacy of each garment. From Bali to Java, our artisans have seen their batik motifs become customer favorites. These wearable canvases feature both hand-painted and hand-printed designs, making for vibrant, one-of-a-kind pieces that allow for artisans and customers to showcase their individuality.

What robes are most comfortable?

The fit, feel, and fabric of a robe should transport you to a place of rest and relaxation. Novicas handmade robes exude comfort, because artisans attend to every detail with painstaking care. Robes made from silk, cotton, or rayon can provide high levels of comfort and versatility. One should look for breathability, absorbency, and versatility when purchasing a robe. Additionally, hypoallergenic fibers, like cotton, can provide comfort to those with sensitive skin. Whether one is looking for a lightweight fabric or a lavishly-woven robe, every handmade piece from Novica artisans brings an expressive twist to new styles and a fresh take on the classics.

How do I care for my handmade robe?

Handmade robes are fine, delicate pieces. These garments require a bit more care when it comes to laundering. Hand-washing in cold water always produces the best results. For machine wash, one can use cold water and the delicate cycle. Avoid twisting or harshly handling the fabric, and never use intense heat settings while drying the robe. Air drying while the fibers are laid flat will help to prevent excessive wear on the fabric, as well as preserve the vibrancy of the robes colors. Always dry a batik or hand-painted robe in the shade.

What is the historical background behind traditional robes?

The journey of the traditional robe throughout history is meandering and culturally specific. Here are just a few of the important stops along the way. In Japan, kimonos are an adaptable garment that have been a staple of cultural fashion since the Heian period. The robes from Bali are influenced by the classic Japanese kimono and yukata. The kimono is crafted with silk and worn over many layers in the winter while the yukata is a summer garment made with a single layer of cotton. Both of these styles reflect the artisans' take on a traditional style. In prehistoric Rome, robes were used to identify social status and to signify special ranks within communities. And by the 1700s, dressing gowns were a fashionable piece in the western wardrobe.

What are the most popular materials for making robes?

The most popular materials for crafting handmade robes are natural fibers such as silk and cotton. Because silk is a light-weight, water-resistant fiber, it provides the wearer a sense of luxury and comfort. Rayon is a natural-based material made up of an organic compound derived from cotton extract or wood pulp. This fiber is extremely durable, breathable, and cost effective. Cotton is celebrated for its comfortability and elasticity, and it provides excellent insulation. These fibers make for garments that exude luxury and relaxation.

Robes Batik at NOVICA

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Batik Blush, Batik Rayon Robe in Rose and Berry Pink from Bali

Size: 51" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 45" Bust

Desak Nyoman Parwati

(679)

$75.65 Wholesale

~~$89~~ $75.65
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Leafy Haven, Blue and Green Rayon Batik Leafy Garden Long Sleeved Robe

Size: 51" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 45" Bust

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(679)

$94.99 Wholesale

$94.99
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Hibiscus Red, Hand Made Batik Robe from Indonesia

Size: 52" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 48" Bust/chest x 27" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Nyoman Nadri

(108)

$97.99 Wholesale

$97.99
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Batik Midnight, Indonesian Floral Patterned Black and Ivory Robe

Size: 54" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 57" Bust/chest x 25.5" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Saktut Raitawati

(517)

$99.95 Wholesale

$99.95
Coral Reefs, Women's Batik Patterned Robe

Size: 52" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 48" Bust/chest x 27" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Nyoman Nadri

(108)

$97.99 Wholesale

$97.99
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Ruby Red Nebula, Red Hand Crafted Batik Robe from Indonesia

Size: S/M,L/XL

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(517)

$97.99 Wholesale

$97.99
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Cerulean Ocean, Rayon Batik Robe with Blue Abstract Pattern Crafted in Bali

Desak Nyoman Parwati

(679)

$87.99 Wholesale

$87.99
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Midnight Rose, Indonesian Floral Patterned Black and White Short Robe

Size: S/M

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(517)

$89.99 Wholesale

$89.99
Bewitching Blossom, Indonesian Floral Batik Printed Black and Cocoa Short Robe

Size: S/M

Saktut Raitawati

(517)

$74.99 Wholesale

$74.99
Greenery, Men's Patterned Batik Rayon Robe in Green Turquoise & Brown

Saktut Raitawati

(517)

$79.99 Wholesale

$79.99
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Indigo Orchids, Indigo Women's Batik Robe from Indonesia

Size: S/M,L/XL

Saktut Raitawati

(517)

$89.99 Wholesale

$89.99
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Tropical Leaves, Handmade Batik Printed Rayon Robe

Size: S/M,L/XL

Saktut Raitawati

(517)

$89.99 Wholesale

$89.99
Spiritual Center, Hand-Stamped Batik Rayon Robe with Tie Belt

Size: 51" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 45" Bust/chest x 27.5" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Desak Nyoman Parwati

(679)

$89.95 Wholesale

$89.95
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Kissed by Violet, Women's Handcrafted Batik Robe

Size: 51" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 45" Bust/chest x 27.5" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Desak Nyoman Parwati

(679)

$107.99 Wholesale

$107.99
Moonlit Blossoms, 100% Cotton Artisan Batik Robe

Size: S/M,L/XL

Nyoman Nadri

(108)

$49.95 Wholesale

$49.95
Bestseller

Bedeg, 100% Cotton Artisan Batik Robe

Size: 54" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 57" Bust/chest x 25.5" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Saktut Raitawati

(517)

$79.99 Wholesale

$79.99
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Blue Forest, Artisan Crafted Long Batik Cotton Robe for Women

Size: 54" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 57" Bust/chest x 25.5" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Saktut Raitawati

(517)

$97.99 Wholesale

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Bestseller

Night Dragonflies, Handcrafted Black Batik Robe with Dragonflies from Bali

Size: 51" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 45" Bust/chest x 27.5" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Desak Nyoman Parwati

(679)

$107.99 Wholesale

$107.99
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Emerald Birds, Women's Fair Trade Batik Robe

Size: 51" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 45" Bust/chest x 27.5" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Desak Nyoman Parwati

(679)

$107.99 Wholesale

$107.99
Midnight Sky, Men's Belted Cotton Robe

Size: 51" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 55" Bust/chest x 28" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Ketut Suwitra

(80)

$89.99 Wholesale

$89.99
Bestseller

Lilac Star, Hand-Stamped Purple and Navy Rayon Robe

Size: 51" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 45" Bust/chest x 27.5" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Desak Nyoman Parwati

(679)

$99.99 Wholesale

$99.99
Navy Blue Nebula, Men's Batik Robe from Indonesia

Size: 54" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 57" Bust

Saktut Raitawati

(517)

$99.99 Wholesale

$99.99
Bamboo Blue, Blue Rayon Long Robe with Bamboo Batik Print from Indonesia

Size: 51" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 45" Bust/chest x 27.5" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Desak Nyoman Parwati

(679)

$97.99 Wholesale

$97.99
Bestseller

Gorgeous in Cerulean, Balinese Rayon Short Cross Over Robe Blue Batik Flowers

Size: S/M,L/XL

Nyoman Nadri

(108)

$99.99 Wholesale

$99.99
Crimson Destiny, Women's Batik Patterned Robe from Indonesia

Size: 52" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 48" Bust/chest x 27" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Nyoman Nadri

(108)

$97.99 Wholesale

$97.99
Bestseller

Midnight Fireworks, Men's Batik Cotton Robe

Size: 54" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 57" Bust/chest x 25.5" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Saktut Raitawati

(517)

$79.99 Wholesale

$79.99
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Tropical Leaves, Hand Stamped Black and Spice Rayon Long Robe from Bali

Size: S/M,L/XL

Saktut Raitawati

(517)

$99.99 Wholesale

$99.99
Bestseller

Ocean Jungle, Green and Blue Tie-Dye and Batik Rayon Belted Robe

Size: 51" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 45" Bust/chest x 27.5" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Desak Nyoman Parwati

(679)

$94.99 Wholesale

$94.99
Bestseller

Purple Mist, Handcrafted Purple Batik Rayon Robe from Indonesia

Size: 51" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 45" Bust/chest x 27.5" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Desak Nyoman Parwati

(679)

$75.65 Wholesale

~~$89~~ $75.65
Twilight Bloom, Purple and Brown Cotton Hand Crafted Batik Short Robe

Size: S/M,L/XL

Nyoman Nadri

(108)

$97.99 Wholesale

$97.99
Bestseller

Green Baliku, Women's Unique Batik Robe

Size: 51" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 45" Bust/chest x 27.5" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Desak Nyoman Parwati

(679)

$104.99 Wholesale

$104.99
Bestseller

Misty Javanese Forest, Artisan Crafted Women's Rayon Batik Robe

Size: 51" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 47" Bust

Desak Nyoman Parwati

(679)

$109.99 Wholesale

$109.99
Bestseller

Wild Blues, Handmade Tie Dye Blue Rayon Robe from Indonesia

Size: S/M,L/XL

Nyoman Nadri

(108)

$97.99 Wholesale

$97.99
Bestseller

Daylight Eden, Blue and Green Rayon Morning Garden Batik Long Sleeved Robe

Size: 51" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 45" Bust

Desak Nyoman Parwati

(679)

$97.99 Wholesale

$97.99
Bestseller

Bright Firework, Hot Pink Batik Rayon Robe from Bali

Size: 51" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 45" Bust/chest x 27.5" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Desak Nyoman Parwati

(679)

$109.99 Wholesale

$109.99
Bestseller

Chocolate for Breakfast, Hand-Painted Batik Rayon Robe

Size: S/M,L/XL

Nyoman Nadri

(108)

$69.99 Wholesale

$69.99

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Featured Reviews

Batik rayon robe, 'Ocean Eden'

Deanna

Sep 8, 2021

Exquisite

This is my second purchase frm Nyoman. I bought one for myself and then decided that when my friends visit they should also have one to lounge around in.

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Rayon batik robe, 'Indigo Orchids'

Donna

Jun 21, 2016

Beautiful, Elegant and Plus-size Friendly

I am a tall plus-size woman (2x) and I've searched and searched for a beautiful handmade robe that would fit me while also being comfortable. I fell in love with this robe the first time I saw it. I hesitated to order it because of sizing; but I'm glad I took a chance. I have plenty of room and I still look and feel sexy in it. I was going to save it for my honeymoon, but I just couldn't wait. Guess I'll have to order another robe; and I already have one in mind. Thank you Saktut and Victoria!

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Rayon batik robe, 'Daylight Eden'

Estella

May 15, 2019

Even Prettier Than Expected

I really did not expect it to be such a nice piece of art. It is very comfortable. It came in a batik package that is another piece of art. It is kind of exciting tracking its arrival from another country (some would call it deferred gratification. The thank you note from the artist also included how to say some phrases in her language. The only suggestion I have is I wish it included how to take care of the robe so I don't have to look it up.

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