relaxed dress

Crafted from handloomed cotton, this midi dress from Jay Kumar Maheswari is a delight to wear. The long, relaxed dress features an empire waist, v-neckline with button placket, and pockets on both sides. Detailed fretwork in honeysuckle and indigo decorates the bodice, short sleeves and hem; and a running kantha stitch embellishes the long skirt.

Slip on this relaxed, tunic-style dress and you may not want to take it off. Jamriang in Thailand creates the comfortable dress from navy blue cotton with a woven pattern of tiny pale blue squares. Raw edges at the collar, hem and cuffs add to the feeling of ease, and two convenient pockets are a welcome addition.

This enchanting tank tunic dress beautifully brings together elements from nature fashioned through handmade batik techniques. Balinese artisan Desak Nyoman Parwati’s chic design is also eco-friendly, as it is crafted from leftover rayon textiles that otherwise would have been discarded, thus reducing waste. The fashionable patchwork dress boasts colorful vine, leaf and dragonfly motifs in a vibrant palette of azure, teal, chartreuse, white and wisteria shades. With a flowy, relaxed fit and side seasm pockets, it's a perfect throw-on-and-go style for the season. Motif's and color placement may vary slightly due to the upcycled nature of this style.

With plenty of ruffled tiers for twirling and swishing, this cotton maxi dress goes from brunch to BBQ with ease. Crafted in India, the fun frock features a V-neck with button placket, long blouson sleeves and a relaxed, breezy fit.

Stay cool and stylish all summer long with this soon-to-be wardrobe staple from Indian artisan Una Gupta. Crafted from 100% cotton, the sleeveless dress features a screen-printed floral motif on an indigo base, a v-neckline embellished with shimmering sequins, and a comfortable relaxed fit.