Basanta — Handwoven Ikat Kantha Dress

There are colours that lift the mood the moment you put them on. Basanta is one of them.

Woven in sunshine yellow and white, this dress carries the warmth of a spring morning — open, bright, and impossible to ignore. The large Ikat motifs — resist-dyed before the yarn ever meets the loom — sweep across the fabric in flowing, organic forms, with small flashes of orange-red that catch the light. At the deep V-neckline, fine Kantha stitches run in black thread, a graphic detail that gives this joyful dress a quiet, handmade edge.

The silhouette is wide and freeing — a sleeveless A-line with a generous flare that moves beautifully with every step. Light enough to wear all day, vivid enough to make any room warmer.

Wear it to a Puja morning, a spring gathering, a summer lunch — or any day that calls for a little sunshine.

Fabric & Craft

• Handwoven Ikat cotton — resist-dyed yarn, woven on the loom
• Sunshine yellow and white with orange-red accent motifs
• Hand Kantha embroidery at the V-neckline in black thread
• Soft, breathable, and lightweight
• Lined for comfort and modesty
• Pattern placement varies — a natural characteristic of authentic Ikat

Silhouette & Details

• Wide flared A-line silhouette
• Sleeveless with deep V-neckline
• Hand Kantha detail at neckline in black thread
• Knee to midi length
• Side pockets

Styling Ideas

• Let the yellow do the talking — keep accessories minimal
• Strappy black heeled sandals and cat-eye sunglasses for an effortless look
• Small oxidised earrings or simple gold studs
• A thin black or gold bangle to echo the Kantha thread

Care

• Hand wash separately in cold water
• Ikat colours may bleed in the first few washes — always wash separately
• Dry in shade, do not tumble dry
• Light iron on reverse side — avoid ironing over the Kantha embroidery

Size Guide (in inches)

All measurements are approximate. For sizing help, reach out on WhatsApp or Instagram DM — we're happy to guide you.