Mrittika — Embroidered Linen Dress

There is a colour that belongs to the earth itself. Mrittika wears it with warmth and grace.

Woven in warm terracotta linen — the colour of Indian clay, of handmade pottery, of red earth after rain — this dress carries small hand embroidered sprigs across its length. In cream and salmon with lime green stems, each sprig is its own quiet work of art. Up close, the individual stitches are visible — satin stitch petals, carefully placed. From a distance, they scatter across the terracotta like gold marks on a clay surface.

The linen is fine and breathable, with that characteristic natural texture that only hand-loom cloth has. It softens with every wash and rewards every season.

The silhouette is generous and unhurried: a deep V-neckline, wide short sleeves, a kaftan body with deep pockets and side slits. Made to move in. Made to last.

Fabric & Craft

• Pure linen — warm terracotta, fine and breathable
• Hand embroidered sprig motifs — cream and salmon with lime green stems
• Satin stitch petals — each sprig individually embroidered by hand
• Linen develops beautiful texture and softness with every wash
• Deep side pockets
• Side slits for ease of movement

Silhouette & Details

• Relaxed  silhouette
• Deep V-neckline
• Wide short sleeves
• Knee to midi length with side slits
• Deep pockets
• Inclusive sizing: L to 5XL

Styling Ideas

• Flat sandals or kolhapuris in tan or brown — the earth tones sing together
• Silver jhumkas and a simple bangle
• The terracotta is warm — gold jewellery works beautifully too
• Wear it anywhere from a slow morning to a festive afternoon

Care

• Hand wash or gentle machine wash in cold water
• Linen may wrinkle — that is natural and beautiful
• Dry flat in shade
• Iron while slightly damp for the crispest finish

Size Guide (in inches)

This is a kaftan silhouette — relaxed and generous. Measurements are garment measurements, not body measurements. For sizing guidance reach out on WhatsApp or Instagram DM.