The power of the cotton frock when the heat is on cannot be underestimated.
They are cool, comfortable and keep you looking stylish when the weather threatens to undermine all that.
One of the best collections of summer cotton frocks can be found at Rasaleela Clothing.
Rasaleela Clothing was started in 2002 by Trish Louey after she returned from living and studying in India for several years. Upon returning Trish noticed there was a gap in high quality unique and ethnic clothing.
Rasaleela is designed in Australia and Trish travels the globe to find her design inspiration. Unique, often vintage-inspired and ethnic prints have become part of Rasaleela’s signature style. Our designs make you feel fantastic regardless of age, shape or size.
The ethically produced range is created through working with family-based companies that offer safe working conditions for its workers.
The dress I’ve chosen to feature is a style that will suit most shapes.
The model
Rasaleela Cassy bias-cut dress in Osaka print $79.95
and me
Rasaleela dress (I’m wearing size XL) | FRANKiE4 Footwear BELiNDA wedges | Secrets Shhh bangle
I was a bit dubious about how I was going to get this frock on. I mean, there isn’t a zip! My bust and hips usually need a bit of easing into such a design.
But no, it slipped on over my head and skimmed over aforementioned bust and hips like a dream.
This bias-cut style of shift, with an emphasis on a higher waist, is the style of semi-fitted frock that best works for my short waist – because it lengthens it without making my hips look bigger than they are.
I love that it offers shape but is also super comfortable and doesn’t require any armour underneath to smooth out lumps and bumps.
The oriental-inspired print is simply gorgeous – and more than a bit festive.
Do you love a cotton frock? Would I find Rasaleela in your wardrobe?
* I’m 166cm and usually a size 14-16. This frock was gifted to me for editorial consideration. Full disclosure policy here.
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I like the model’s shoes – do you know what brand they are?
Inese – they look like Swedish Hasbeens to me – http://www.swedishhasbeens.com/ – I have two pairs of their shoes and they are delightful!
Thanks – yes they look ‘delightful’ and I am sure they are a joy to wear (comfort-wise).
Thanks, they sure do look “delightful” and think they would be very comfortable.
Gorgeous cut and colours and I bet the fabric feels amazing.
That cut looks amazing on you! And the colours are fab for Christmas! xx
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This print looks so cool and you pull it off so well xx
Kirsty
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Such a gorgeous print! I love that it gives a subtle nod to Christmas without being too OTT. Fab cut, too.
Oh fab! This is the kind of dress I look for during the summer months for work and play time! You look lovely x
How was the sizing? I notice they come in S M L XL
As I say above I’m wearing the XL and I’m normally a 14-16 (16 hips) so sizing is spot on. S=10; M=12; L=14; XL=16
I haven’t heard of this brand Nikki but this frock looks gorgeous on you,the print is lovely and yes cotton and viscose and of course silk are my favourite fabrics in summer Xx
Tick for all of the above fabrics, Lisa and I’ve been loving linen too.
looks great nikki!
I find cotton is the best for summer!
and cut on the cross perfect!
it’s been hot here too so, got my frock on! they are cooler!
lol m:)X … enjoy your day hun!X
I saw that it was very hot down there at the moment M … stay cool x
Lovely dress Nikki – stylish and bright. Reminds me of Boom Shankar, pretty bright cotton prints – perfect for summer.xx
Yes, very similar and similar ethics too x
Beautiful print. The aqua highlights are lovely on you, Nikki.
It’s a surprising colour win for me Johanne, thanks!
Definitely would wear this. Looks classy and stylish which is nice. So much of the fashion around this year is hippy looking and poor fabrics with voluminous styles.
I love my voluminous styles Jane but I know they’re not everyone’s preference. Fabric quality is key to me though – no matter what the cost of the piece.
That is a gorgeous dress and a great price too!
Perfect all round Lauren!
Beautiful colours!
Not my usual Jess but there’s something about them!
Love it, I would definitely wear this dress.!
Such a great dress Kathryn!