Raj Shrug
Raj Shrug
Our breezy shrugs are hand dyed and block printed on the softest premium cotton using natural dyes.
Ajrakh is a very traditional age-old craft from the Kutch district of Gujarat. Ajrakh print is famous for its play with mordants like alum and myrobalan and natural dyes like madder, Indigo, and Syahi (a black dye made with iron scraps), in some stunning geometric motifs and color combinations inspired by nature that are very unique to this craft. We are so happy to have worked with master artisans in Gujarat and learn about this very special historical craft.
Key Points-
-Unisex
-Loose and comfortable fit
-quarter length sleeves
-Dyed with natural dyes
-Both models are wearing the size XS-M
Fabric Care
Fabric Care
With everything we want to do at SOLO, the broader perspective will always be to explore how to work with naturally dyed textiles.
We use natural fibres, dye them with natural dyes and send them off into the world to be their natural selves. Having said that, we feel it is our responsibility to let you know how natural dyes work to help you understand how beautiful the process is.
Natural dyeing is very different than synthetic dyeing, we do not use any harsh chemicals and depending on the chosen colour, the fibres might be boiled, painted and printed on with natural ingredients. Unlike synthetic dyes which are designed to bond and never let go, natural dyes require care by the wearer and age beautifully.
We recommend washing the indigo fabrics before wearing them as the excess pigment can rub off on your body or other pieces of clothing but this will happen only for two-three wears. After that the pigment will cease to bleed. Did you know when indigo bleeds on your body, it is the plant’s way of sacrificing itself to protect you from UV rays as the plant has excellent UV ray protection properties!
Thank you for keeping this craft alive!
Wash Care
Wash Care
- Wash with cold water separately (just for the first time), do not soak.
- Wash with a neutral detergent.
- Do not use bleach
- Do not dry in direct sunlight.
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Returns
More InfoWhile we have strict quality checks in place, colour and print placements can vary from piece to piece due to the nature of the craft. If you have received an incorrect or damaged item, please contact us with your order number and an image or description of the issue within 7 days from date of delivery.
From the very beginning, we have been very conscious of not greenwashing our way to you. Being transparent with our practices is the best way for us to move forward and build a community with trust and honesty.
"Born out of pure love for Indian handcrafted textiles, SOLO is an independent brand made and based in India. After three years of experimentation and a year of learning from the master artisans, SOLO was born in 2021..."