Kaftans
are long flowing robes or gowns. Often they are garments with long
sleeves, and plenty of space to move. The modern Kaftan has become an
essential part of the beachwear wardrobe, sleek, fashionable and easy to
wear. Comfortable yet elegant, these kaftans are specially designed as
lounge wear for all-day comfort at home. Generally, embellished with
intricate embroidered work in pleasing designs, they manage to look
smart enough to be worn for casual family gatherings in the living room,
or even for an afternoon tea session in the garden. Also called muumuus
or house, these are specially suited for plus sized women.
Origin
Originally the Kaftan was worn by men in the Near East, for example
Turkey, the word "kaftan" originates from the Turkish "q-aftan".
The original kaftans would have been worn with sleeves longer than the
hands and tied with a sash or belt. Today Kaftans are typically worn by
women, practical and stylish the garment has evolved into an elegant
member of the luxury resort wear collection.
Patterns & Colors
Caftans or Kaftans are beautiful evening gowns with delightful wraps
and stoles. Distinctive and elegant in their appearance, most of the
Caftan gowns are hand embroidered and easy on all body types. Designers
work with a mix of fabrics, colors and embroidery patterns to create
kaftans that reflect authenticity, sophistication, and fluid lines.
Suitable for both formal and semi-formal occasions, Ladies Kaftans are
available from Petite sizes to Plus sizes. The motifs are traditional
and contemporary, abstract, geometric and floral. The cool combinations
for the summer season & warm-color schemes for the winter are
specially created to match the mood of the seasons.
Fabrics
The Caftan is woven in a large variety of colors and traditional
styles, with intricate embroidery inherited from great fashionable
civilizations. The fabrics used both for clothing and furnishing kaftans
are woven by craftsmen according to designs prepared by artists. There
are three main types of fabrics used to make ladies kaftans, woven,
knitted and non-woven. Preference is given to embroidered fabrics, silk
polyester fabrics, brocade fabrics, satin fabrics, nylon fabrics, crepe
fabrics and cotton fabrics.
