Naturally Dyed Top 001

Vintage top with elasticated neckline and open work embroidery on the sleeves and hemline. 

The label is very hard to read on this top so the exact fabric composition is unknown but it is likely to be a high percentage/100% cotton from the way it's taken the dye. 

There is no clothing manufacturer/retailer label or original size label, our measurements are shown below. 

This top has been underdyed with dyers chamomile (yellow) and then overdyed in a strong indigo vat so it's a dark blue with a hint of a teal under tone. 

The colours of naturally dyed fabric, especially garment dyed are never as solid as you might expect to find from a commercially synthetic dyed item of clothing so expect depth and variation in shade across the garment. 

Indigo is very light and wash fast, however fading will happen eventually - just like a pair of denim jeans. This will happen faster if the clothing is hung in direct sunlight or exposed to harsh detergents. 

This is best washed at 20 degrees on a moderate spin speed, with a pH neutral non-biological detergent. 

Due to the nature of indigo dye, some colour transfer may occur, especially when worn or washed alongside lighter fabrics. 

Measurements:

Chest 94cm around

Length: 52cm from shoulder to hemline

Waist: 112cm

Hips: 114cm