classic dresses

This season brings a romantic aura with the festive touch of the Day of the Dead celebrations, all portrayed by a skeleton couple crafted by Jorge Escamilla. The Mexican artisan draws inspiration from regional customs to create this set of two ceramic sculptures portraying a bride Catrina and her groom, all wearing exquisite wedding garments crafted by hand with masterful artistry.

The breathtaking lands of Guatemala are the main inspiration for the Ixbalam Ke Women Weavers, who present today a luminous garment embellished with the region's classic Pic'bil weaving technique, dating back to the pre-Columbian era. After weeks of talented work, the final result is this comfy cotton caftan dress made in a graceful ivory hue, whose stunning light adds a celestial vibe to the leafy and geometric details adorning this piece of art.

The celebrations held in honour of the Day of the Dead cannot be complete without this harmonious ensemble of female mariachis and their vibrant melodies. Directly from Mexico, Jorge Escamilla's set of six sculptures is the perfect addition to a traditional decor theme with a touch of feminine charm, as each piece—meticulously painted by hand—displays a sublime dress and little musical instruments boasting classic details.

The Hmong Hill Tribe culture illustrates its love for nature in different accessories proudly worn by its people. With a gorgeous blue shade embellishing the cotton and hemp bodice, this exquisite a-line dress by Thai artisan Chattima features traditional Hmong textiles on the capped sleeves, neckline and pleated skirt. The diverse classic floral motifs are made using a combination of cross-stitch and printed techniques. Each dress is a one off limited edition using unique vintage fabrics.

The Hmong Hill Tribe culture illustrates its love for nature in different accessories proudly worn by its people. With a gorgeous blush hue embellishing the cotton and hemp bodice, this exquisite a-line dress by Thai artisan Chattima features traditional Hmong textiles on the capped sleeves, neckline and pleated skirt. The diverse classic floral motifs are made using a combination of cross-stitch and printed techniques. Each dress is a one-off limited edition made using unique vintage fabrics.

Adorned with traditional Hmong textiles on the short sleeves, crew neckline and pleated skirt, this splendid sheath dress by Thai artisan Chattima is sure to make a statement. The top is crafted from a cotton and hemp blend in a beautiful orange hue that radiates vibrancy, complemented by a colourful rayon panel just below it. The classic floral and geometric motifs created through a combination of cross-stitch and printed techniques add a touch of charm. This captivating and fully-lined design features a concealed zippered closure at the back and buttons on the nape for a tailored fit.

A radiant princess draped in exquisite traditional attire and adorned with opulent jewellery gazes upon her reflection with satisfaction, feeling pleased to see how she has grown into a beautiful woman. Indian artist Bharti Dayal's masterful composition is rendered in the classic Madhubani style on handmade paper using acrylic paints and vegetable dyes in bright red, orange, yellow, black, white, green and blue shades.

Uzbek artist Mukhamedali draws inspiration from ancient themes and techniques to create a painting of unparalleled beauty. He relies on the timeless tale of Layla and Majnun to weave an exquisite scene that transports us to a classic story of love and longing. The artwork portrays the connection between Qays ibn al-Mulawwah, the 7th-century Arabic poet, and his beloved Layla bint Mahdi, lost in deep conversation amidst a lush pomegranate garden. The artist also pays homage to his homeland’s revered art of lacquer miniature painting with his use of tempera paints and watercolours on papier mache meticulously finished with lacquer. Set on a chipboard mat draped in faux velvet and embraced by a walnut wood frame adorned with intricately hand-carved accents, this extraordinary masterpiece is ready to grace any space with its captivating allure.