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Reach for this trusty classic from Bali's Ketut Suwitra when you need something comfortable and stylish. Hand woven from 100% cotton, the handsome shirt features short sleeves, a collared neckline, and a row of plastic buttons. The artisan uses ikat, an Indonesian dyeing technique, to create the distinct patterns on this handmade piece.

This marvelous long cotton duster is by Ully in Java. Crafted from cotton in blue and grey, the open jacket's collar and cuffs feature a traditional ikat motif, where some of the threads are resist-dyed before being woven. Udan liris means "light misty rain" in the Indonesian language.

Ully's gorgeous trench coat combines timeless style with traditional Indonesian ikat. Crafted from 100% linen in classic black, the coat is accented with a diamond motif on Bemberg "silk", actually a special type of rayon. The patterned trim is artfully used on the lapels, belt and the underside of the cuffs to be hidden or exposed at the wearer's discretion. The double breasted coat is fully lined with 100% cotton and is completed with two front inset pockets.

Ully from Java creates a long cotton duster replete with global chic style. The long, open jacket is woven by hand using the ikat method, whereby warp and/or weft threads are bound and dyed prior to weaving to create distinctive patterns. The black and grey jacket is the perfect way to add a little drama and sophistication to an outfit. The artisan names her design Kartini, who is a national hero and a pioneer for women's rights in Indonesia.

Due to the hand-dyed and handwoven nature of ikat, patterns or position of motifs may vary from garment to garment, making each a unique work of art. The overall color scheme will remain the same.

By Ully, this long, open duster jacket is woven by hand in burgundy and blue using the ikat technique, in which the threads are tie-dyed before placing them on the loom. The Javanese artisan names her design Kartini, for a beloved pioneer for women's rights in Indonesia.

Due to the hand-dyed and handwoven nature of ikat, patterns or position of motifs may vary from garment to garment, making each a unique work of art. The overall color scheme will remain the same.

Hand woven ikat is practiced in many countries and cultures around the world with the most bold and colorful coming from the Fergana Valley region in eastern Uzbekistan. Combining this artful heritage and modern styling, Uzbek designer Abduvali creates his wearable masterpieces. The narrow woven cotton ikat panels are meticulously stitched together to create one continuous pattern from side to side. This attention todetail is evident in each piece from the talented artisan in his Tashkent studio.

The oversized jacket is based on the traditional ‘Chapan’ worn during the cold winter months. This mid-weight version features an oversized fit, extra-long sleeves to be rolled to the desired length and a self tie belt to further adjust the fit. Layering beautifully over your favorite sweater or dress, the jacket is cotton lined and includes side seam pockets.