functional apparel

Sweetly feminine, this blouse from Alaya Cholprasertsuk features puffed sleeves, a demure Peter Pan collar and an all-over floral batik print. Thai artisans hand-paint the lavender, green and blue motifs on a mint green ground.

Inspired by fall, Balinese artisan Endah creates this elegant shift dress. Crafted from smooth rayon, the shift is decorated using the batik method; a wax resist is stamped by hand onto the fabric before it is treated with dye, resulting in a deep midnight blue with leaf and floral motifs of snow white. The dress is characterized by short sleeves and a knee-length skirt, and features a removable self belt and side seam pockets.

Balinese artisan Endah creates this delightful caftan. Crafted from flowing rayon, the caftan is decorated using the batik method; a wax resist is stamped by hand onto the fabric before it is treated with colorful dyes, resulting in lemon yellow leaf motifs against a body of turquoise. A tie cinches this poncho at the waist for a flirty look. This multi-functional piece can be worn as a beach cover-up, a summery short dress or a relaxed top.

The Balinese area of Ubud inspires the lovely motifs that adorn this stylish button-down cotton shirt for men, created using ancient hand-stamp batik techniques. Desak Nyoman Parwati combines a sophisticated color palette of black, wine & grey accented with coral and peach motif’s Boasting coconut shell buttons and a functional chest pocket, effortlessly elevating any ensemble.

Bursting with Bali’s island spirit, this short-sleeved cotton shirt transforms casual attire with leaf-themed, hand-stamped batik patterns that tell stories of a tropical paradise. The lightweight fabric breathes easily in warm weather while distinctive coconut shell buttons and a practical pocket add thoughtful functionality. Artisan Ketut Suwitra’s skilled craftsmanship shines through every deliberately placed motif, creating a versatile design that pairs effortlessly with shorts or pants for an authentic yet contemporary look.