Rhapsody in Blue
This dress is a movement of its own!
- 100% cotton batik hand-dyed in Senegal
- Note: this fabric is hand-blocked and dyed, so the design on each shirt will vary.
- Color Notes: blue and white
- Functional pockets
- Button fastening through front
- Machine wash cold with like colors
- Fits true to size, take your normal size
- Airy fit, cut to be worn loose and stand away from the body
- Light-weight non-stretchy fabric
- Longer length dresses are 4" longer than the standard length dresses
- Elizabeth is 5'9 and wears an XS
- Kym is 5'9 and wears a M
- Carol is 5'5 and wears an XS
Cheikhouna uses a stitch-resist technique called sitiba, in which the design is hand-stitched into the fabric before dyeing. As you can guess, this is a very time-consuming practice, but the results are stunning! Sitiba is rarely produced anymore not only because of the amount of time it takes, but because of the complexity of the technique. Cheihkouna is one of the last dyers in Dakar who practices this centuries-old technique, and while he trains apprentices, he stitched every piece of fabric for our production himself.
You may be more familiar with wax resist, otherwise known as batik! The natural materials that Cheikhnouna uses to create his dyes make his batiks and sitiba fabrics extra special!
- JBJodi B.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 month agoGorgeous, comfy and yes, even cozy, color
Rhapsody in Blue is so lovely! I thought when I first saw it that it would be only a summer dress, but paired with pants and boots it's actually the perfect antidote to a gray rainy February day. It's just the right mix of stiff and soft, so it actually feels kind of a like a hug from warmer climates. The deep royal blue is vibrant and eye-catching, and on my version, the lighter sections are a pale blue rather than a bright white. I love the horizontal pattern on the sleeves, too. If you're on the fence about this one - get it! I will make you smile.
ZZuri1 month agoHi Jodi!
Thank you SO much for your review for Rhapsody in Blue! We couldn't agree more about its versatility - it's wonderful to know you've found such a perfect way to style it for those gray winter days with pants and boots! Your description of it feeling like "a hug from warmer climates" just made us smile! The deep royal blue is indeed stunning, and we love how you've noticed those beautiful varying subtle details like the pale blue sections and horizontal sleeve pattern.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! It means the world to us!
Much love,
Charlotte from Zuri
https://www.shopzuri.com/ - JEJoanna E.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2 months agoOne of my favorite Zuris ever
Soft, flattering flow, looks super handmade with all of its perfect little imperfections. Absolutely love this one. I'm between sizes and got the bigger one (M), which seems like the right call with the softer dresses.
- JRJody R.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2 months agoPretty
I have been wanting this dress for what feels like forever! So lucky to be able to get it during the 20% off sale.
- MHMelissa H.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars3 months agoGreat color and feel!
The feel of this fabric sets it apart. It is so soft and easy to wear. The blue color is rich and really flattering. Highly recommend and will buy more batiks!
ZZuri2 months agoHi Melissa,
Thank you so much for your review! We're absolutely thrilled to hear you loved the feel and color of your new batik piece. Our batik fabrics are truly special, and we can't wait to see which one you'll choose next! We've got some fabulous ones lined up for next year <3
Thank you again for your lovely review and support!
Much love,
Charlotte from Zuri
https://www.shopzuri.com/ - CWCrystal W.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars4 months agoSpecial
I knew this dress was special the minute I touched the material and felt the softness of the fabric and took in the dyeing technique for myself. A friend asked recently if I'd worn it yet. I told her i was petting it like a cat for now and would wear it soon. This dress is art and makes me feel elegant. I attended an environmental conference wearing it for the first time and must have received 6 compliments before I hit the door. A young man said "the dress...the necklace..
supberb!" The softness. The way it drapes my body when i walk. The deep blue color. A winner!
