layering dresses

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.

Snakeskin prints bring bold style to a set of three cotton face masks. Novica artisans craft one in a black and grey print, another in a black and taupe print. The third is a solid light ash grey. Single-layer and with three pleats for comfort, all are washable and reusable, and have elastic to loop over the ears.

Two different shades of blue complement a grey paisley print. Light blue paisley and a dark blue nature motif complete this set of three cotton face masks. Crafted by Ully, each features elastic to stretch around the head for all-day wear. All three are double-layered and are washable and reusable, with an opening so you may insert a protective layer of tissue or paper towels.

An original design by Saktut Raitawati, this beautiful jacket showcases Bali's designs. The artisan works in pewter on eggshell, with matching trim on both sleeves and on the open front for a slimming effect. The batik patterns are created with a hand-stamping technique.

Small and discreet, cotton prints are transformed into three contoured face masks. Ully selects neutral grey, blue and ivory for her design. Each one features elastic to stretch around the head and an opening so you may insert a protective layer of tissue or paper towels. All are double-layered and are both washable and reusable.