feminine dresses

Summery and feminine, this floral sundress from India's Vijay Singh has a decidedly bohemian flair. Palest green cotton provides the background for a mix of floral and paisley block prints in gray, white, and sparkling gold. Golden bronze paillettes and tiny gold and white beads further embellish both bodice and skirt. The dress features an empire waist, an elasticized smocked back, and a double row of ruffles at the bottom hem.

By Desak Nyoman Parwati, three elegant rayon face masks are covered with lace. A favorite with fashionable Balinese women, lace is the fabric of choice for the kebaya, a short jacket worn over a top. Beadwork and embroidery, all applied by hand, add a touch of feminine glamour. Contoured for comfort, the double-layer set features one in dusty cedar, one in cashmere rose and one in cherry red. They are washable and reusable, and have elastic to loop over the ears.

By Desak Nyoman Parwati, three elegant rayon face masks are covered with lace. A favorite with fashionable Balinese women, lace is the fabric of choice for the kebaya, a short jacket worn over a top. Beadwork and embroidery, all applied by hand, add a touch of feminine glamour. Contoured for comfort, the double-layer set features one in goldenrod yellow, one in golden lime green and one in sunrise orange. They are washable and reusable, and have elastic to loop over the ears.

By Desak Nyoman Parwati, three elegant rayon face masks are covered with lace. A favorite with fashionable Balinese women, lace is the fabric of choice for the kebaya, a short jacket worn over a top. Beadwork and embroidery, all applied by hand, add a touch of feminine glamour. Contoured for comfort, the double-layer set features one in white, one in black and one in neutral grey. They are washable and reusable, and have elastic to loop over the ears.

Placement of the lace motifs can vary but the fabric will be the same.

Leafy vines sway in the gentle breeze on this beautiful, lightweight blouse from India. Intricate white chikankari embroidery adorns the upper areas of the blouse, adding a delightfully feminine appeal to the top. Neat pintuck pleats decorate the front, beneath a round neck and alongside a deep v-cut. Shalabh designs the long-sleeve white blouse with semi-sheer cotton, making it a great choice to pair with a camisole.