A couple weeks ago I mentioned I was crazy for kaftans, and from your response, I’d guess you guys feel the same. And why not? Kaftans are the ultimate all-occasion garment.
Pool party? Kaftan.
Grocery store? Kaftan.
Long flight? Kaftan.
Your regular sweatpants are covered with cat hair and glitter? Kaftan.
No belts, no sizes, no nothing. Errrrbody loves a kaftan. Elizabeth Taylor loved kaftans so much Christey’s auction house held a whole event around her collection. Christina Hendricks (aka Joan from Madmen) was just on the tonight show professing her love of a good “kaftans and casseroles” party. Now that’s my kind of gal!
My closet is well-stocked on the kaftan front, but I’m always on the prowl for more. Thought now would be a good time to bookmark a few of my favorite kaftan bargains to share with you guys here.
1. Rachel Zoe Navy Blue $33.84 (also comes in red)
2. Goddess Caftan $19.99 (lots of color choices)
3. Yellow Floral $30 (I have my eye on this pink and purple version) (this yellow one is displayed as a maternity wear – a kaftan makes a great gift for a new mother (pre or post baby))
4. Pink and Orange Dashiki $32.95
5. Moroccan Caftan With Gold Embroidery $29.99
6. Belted Blue Block Print $30 (she has TONS of other kaftans in the $20-$40 range (including some with buttons) and some really cool robes)
Note
- If you go searching on your own, remember kaftans may also be spelled caftans. They may also go by the name dashiki, abaya, abada, tunic, or a hundred other words you rarely see outside Epcot.
- The easiest way to make a kaftan not look like pajamas is to wear it with a bit of a heel. I’m fond of these comfy babies (comfy and they come in stripes!)
- You may find that especially ‘ethnic’ clothing looks best when mixed with modern jewelry. Hard lines. Geometrics. Chunky chains. You get the idea…
- Up for a DIY? This’ll get you started!
Anyone else have a great source for summer kaftans? Let’s hear it!
Love a good kaftan. Thank you!!!!
Just bought one from the last link you provided. I’m thinking comfy dancing attire at hot summer concerts this year! Can’t wait to try it out. I’m just living up to my Mrs. Roper nickname (I am already compared to her for my large bead necklaces). Thanks Peaches.
Since I am 5’1″ and klutzy, caftans run a bit long and dangerous for me. I love to wear the Mexican embroidered dresses (no tripping).
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_3_8?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=mexican%20dress&sprefix=mexican+%2Caps%2C229
I have to add that Etsy vintage as a great source for cool caftans for great prices (set your search for the price range you want).
When it comes to shopping on Etsy for new products, I am trying these days to buy US crafted, rather than the many off shore sellers that may be alot cheaper, but their prices undercut domestic shops here. Probably like you, some US sellers I know, and I want to keep our own Etsy shops in business, even if I have to pay a bit more. Here’s one example of hand made caftans. You’ll find her prices higher but valid considering these are hand made using quality fabrics: https://www.etsy.com/people/sybillovaas?ref=owner_profile_leftnav
I remember this post!! Love! Just picked up 2 at my local thrift store. I’m wearing one right now–as a treat! Wonderful!!