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A statement of intention — with/without embroidery
$525.00
Hand-embroidered over weeks using Aari stitching, Moti Ka Kaam beadwork and Resham threadwork — the hibiscus for resilience, the parakeet for joy.
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This empire-waist midi dress is a study in fluidity and presence. Cut from our lustrous Mashru Viscose, a nod to the traditional Indian silk-cotton weave. It drapes like water and moves with grace. Pleats at the center and pintucks at the bust shape the body gently, while a high-low hem cascades into long fringe, creating a rhythm with every step. Rope ties lace the open back, adding softness and strength, adaptability made visible. Fully lined for comfort, this dress carries the Lilac Shanti Tiger print: a Bengal tiger, poised beneath a mango tree, surrounded by drifting butterflies and blooming jasmine. It is not a scene of stillness, but of powerful peace. The lilac ground speaks of quiet strength and transformation, balancing wildness and calm in one breath. A dress for the woman who knows motion is meaning, and beauty, a form of joyful becoming.
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Luxurious double-face 100% viscose for exceptional drape and structure
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Empire waist silhouette for timeless femininity
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Soft center front pleating for dimensional texture
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High-low A-line skirt for graceful movement
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Adaptive V-neckline with accommodating pin tucks and hook & eyes for greater coverage
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Artisanal rope trim with adjustable back-lacing detail
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Full lining for comfort and structure
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Dramatic 14-inch fringe hem for bohemian luxury
For the woman who carries, creates, & celebrates.
Fit & Size Details
Tailored bodice lines with a one-shoulder neckline and a corset construction with internal lacing for a customizable fit. Available in XS, S, M and L. Cut petite-aware — true to size for petite and mid frames; tall frames may prefer sizing up for a longer midi fall.
Composition & Care
Mashru-inspired viscose with a corset construction and internal lacing. Hand-embroidered with silk thread and beaded embellishments. Dry clean only. Store on a padded hanger, away from direct sun — embroidery can be retouched under our lifetime repairs promise.
Occasion & Style
Evening, celebration, event-guest and statement wear. One-shoulder, fitted bodice with a flowing skirt. Designed for her, by Ashaki.
The Hands Behind The Dress
Each Atelier dress is hand-embroidered over weeks using traditional Indian techniques — Aari stitching, Moti Ka Kaam beadwork, Bharai satin fill, Phanda knots and Resham threadwork.

Silk-thread hibiscus worked in Aari stitch and Bharai satin fill, beauty as resilience and power.

Hand-beaded in Moti Ka Kaam with Phanda knots, the parakeet evokes joy and playful freedom.

Contrast drawcords finished with cultural beaded flowers and Resham threadwork.

Why Maya exists
"I made this dress for the woman who is becoming. The hibiscus is her resilience, the parakeet her joy — and every stitch is placed by hand, by artisans whose craft carries generations. When you wear Maya, you wear that story."
Complete The Maya Look
The Maya print is a family. Wear the story in full — the collection is made in small batches and restocks are never guaranteed.
What Buyers Say
★★★★★ 4.9 average from verified purchases — every review includes the buyer's height, so you can read fit for your frame
The embroidery in person is unreal — people stop me to ask about the parakeet. Worth every dollar.Amara K. — Verified buyer, 5'7", size S
I'm 5'2" and dresses never fit right. The lacing let me adjust it perfectly — first midi that doesn't swallow me.Priya R. — Verified buyer, 5'2", size XS
Bought the non-embroidered version for everyday. The fabric is structured but soft, and the lining makes it so comfortable.Elena M. — Verified buyer, 5'6", size M