Art on a Colourful Canvas of Attir
BY Ruwandi Perera
Batik is art on a canvas of clothing – and it’s the exotic, tropical ‘princess of the fashion world.’ Bright and beautiful statement making batik wear is versatile and can be worn on many occasions – from formal weddings and cocktails to beach and garden parties.
In the old days, batik was seen mainly in sarees, sarongs, lungis and kaftans; but today, we find batik swimwear, resort wear, T-shirts, and even pants and cocktail dresses.
Given the intricate workings and enormous effort that goes into crafting these handmade items, batik is greatly valued for being unique. It’s simple enough to portray the straightforwardness of the wearer and sufficiently elaborate to reflect a sense of sophistication, no matter where you wear it, day or night.
Batik wear paired with simple jewellery such as elegant drop earrings, a single strand necklace and classy clutch means you’re ready to go – anywhere, anytime. And even if you may feel dressed up to the nines on the outside, you’ll feel relaxed and comfortable inside.
It’s not for the faint-hearted though – for once you go batik, you’ll never go back!
Batik wear from The Design Collective
Eclipse the look
Boost your confidence to another level by wearing this Eclip by De’Anma, which eclipses everything else in the room.
Blue and White Silk V Neck Batik Spray
A must-have for a beach or pool party. Page By Page’s one-piece floral batik creation can make waves wherever you go.
Batik Crossover Top
Make pom-poms appear around you when you don this pomegranate design crossover top by Harid, which is a creative mix of party and playtime.
Red Batik Spaghetti Dress
Be the batik belle of the ball with this simple and yet elegant spaghetti dress by Harid.
Svelte Half Liyawel
Pair these earrings by Monika Rau with killer heels and a spicy clutch to make a lasting impression all night long.
Mustard Lip and Black Moustache Crop Top
Ideal for an evening function or even sundowners on the beach. This creation by Harid has a subtle opening at the back, making it an ideal ‘go to’ in your wardrobe.
Grey Sarong with Black and White Lines
No fuss or excuses – a woman wearing this cool grey sarong by Nithya exudes confidence whenever she enters a room.
Flame Ball Pearl Necklace
Adorn your neck with this beauty by TWIXT made with 16 carat gold-plated brass to glam up your presence.
Agate Ring
This beautiful agate ring from Vitae by Zirc Jewellery complements any attire.
Racer Back Two-Piece
Paint the pool purple and pink when you step in wearing this delightful two-piece batik abstract in vibrant colours by Page By Page.
Mismatched Drop Earrings
These pearl and black onyx drop earrings, which have been handcrafted in gold-plated brass by Design By DESH will complete any look.
Hot Pink Cracked Batik Vienna Long Slit Wrap Skirt
Ramona Oshini’s design will (p)ink your way to stardom at evening cocktails, office functions or nights out on the town.