Inspired by the iconic Hawaiian sundresses of the 1950's such as the Creme de la Creme Alfred Shaheen the Bali Hai Sarong Dress has smocked elastic paneling wrapping around the waist that gently hugs your curves creating an hourglass silhouette while being ever so comfortable. The detachable straps can be worn traditional (Bra-friendly), criss-cross, halter or strapless. Features a period correct sturdy metal zipper and natural coconut buttons. The bodice has a sturdy multi-piece bra style bust with interfacing and boning offering great bust support enough so it’s very comfortable worn without a brassiere. The Sarong style skirt has been meticulously draped to provide that wiggle look slim pencil fit however with the layover style it still provides lots of movement and coverage.
This print Bamboo Garden takes inspiration from the 1940’s with its jadeite inspired color palette of aqua, soft greens and pinks. Perfect colors for pairing with vintage jewelry and of course Bakelite bangles! It is screen printed for us in Bali on a beautiful woven textured cotton I handpicked myself. The screen printing is done the same way it was done in the 1950's with individual screens done for each color and layer which adds a texture, depth and richness that is just not found on digital prints.
Multiplesamples and fittings on several different women and body types went into the careful crafting and fitting of this dress to ensure the absolute best fit possible! It is made in Bali by a woman owned factory by skilled seamstresses. The whole design process was focused on creating a quality garment that will last a lifetime. Every consideration was taken to make this as close to vintage as possible. Design decisions were made for quality and authenticity over cost while trying to keep it as reasonable as possible. Meticulously designed to be ever so flattering while as comfortable as a dream!
Also available is a matching cropped bolero and Men’s Aloha Shirt
