It is the perseverance and dedication of talented craftsmen that has kept the majesty of our heritage alive. Vishnu celebrates these artisans and encourages their flair by providing a fair source of income to light their lives.
Counting ancient weaves and prints as precious, we intend to nurture an aura of this priceless grace around you. With every apparel from Vishnu, you discover India’s immortal art in its best and truest form.
From a simple yarn into an ethnic stunner- there is a beautiful tale of transformation behind every apparel from Vishnu. Each piece is fabricated with the utmost devotion of artists and designers harmoniously working together.
Be it for formal, casual, or festive occasions, ethnic dresses have been a quintessential part of every woman’s wardrobe. Effortlessly elegant and fuss-free to carry, this silhouette suits every body type. Just like any other apparel, ethnic dresses too have come a long way. From solid to heritage print and fusion dresses, at Vishnu, we have the widest variety of ethnic dresses online. Explore now to find ‘the one’ for you!
Different Ethnic Dresses To Try From Vishnu
Shirt Ethnic Dress - An ethnic shirt dress is basically a dress with a collar and button-down pattern. It can be crafted in different silhouettes like straight, A-line, etc.
Fit & Flared Ethnic Dress – This style from Vishnu is a perfect symphony of classic and contemporary. Featuring heritage prints on a modern silhouette, a typical fit & flared dress by Vishnu is cinched at the waist and promises a beautiful flow around the body.
Angrakha Dress – These ethnic dresses are a Vishnu speciality. Crafted in a signature Angrakha pattern, they usually have a dori or hook fastening for that unique look.
Kurta-Dress– If versatility was a dress, this ethnic dress category by Vishnu would be it! A creative ethnic wear, as the name suggests, this style can be worn as it is i.e., dress or as a kurta with a bottom wear.
Heritage Printed Ethnic Dresses On Vishnu
Handblock print dressOur assortment of block print dresses online is specially handcrafted by artisans of Rajasthan. Each handblock print dress is individually imprinted with natural dyes dipped in wooden / sheesham blocks. Thus, making every dress a sartorial masterpiece to treasure! Our collection of block print dresses online is versatile enough to sport for casual, formal, and festive occasions.
Indigo print dress Indigo print dresses just like its name are in the indigo i.e., blue-ish palette. The color of these dresses is derived naturally from the Indigofera tinctoria plant. At Vishnu, we ensure that everything from making the dye to printing the fabric and designing the dress is done precisely by skilled artisans.
Ajrakh print dress Ajrakh print dresses hail from the lanes of Ajrakhpur. Every Ajrakh dress creation entails a series of laborious steps consisting of drying, washing, pasting, hand block printing and all of it repeated. Usually, an Ajrkah handblock print dress is crafted in earthy hues and mesmerizing geometric patterns. No matter how complex the pattern, we promise you will find the most authentic pieces at Vishnu! No wonder, our best-selling range of ethnic maxi dress in Ajrakh print is a show stealer!
Bagru print dress A bagru print dress is a sartorial example of the quote – necessity is the mother of invention! A special curation of resists dyeing – born out of scarcity of water, Bagru dresses are truly a gem. At Vishnu, we use a secret harda mix (a thick paste made from natural ingredients to ensure better permeation of the dyes) to offer a consistent print and quality always.
Kalamkari dress A kalamkari dress is right called the labor of love. Created after 23 long steps, our collection of kalamkari handblock print dress is our way of safeguarding this timehonored art. Vishnu collaborates with artisans of Nellore to craft authentic and one-of-its-kind kalamkari dresses.
Why Choose Vishnu To Buy Ethnic Dresses Online?
The best part about shopping for ethnic dresses online on Vishnu is that you get:
1. Which is the best website to buy ethnic maxi dress?
The best website to buy ethnic maxi dress online is Vishnu! We offer the widest variety of solid as well as printed maxi dress in all sizes.
2. Which material ethnic maxi dress is ideal?
This absolutely depends on the occasion, season, and your preference. For instance, in the summer, a cotton maxi dress is ideal. Likewise, in winter, you can go for a crepe maxi dress. Similarly, if the occasion is something casual, a cotton maxi dress is an apt pick. However, for wedding-y functions, a silk ethnic maxi dress is ideal.
3. How to look tall in an ethnic dress?
Heels are the easiest way to look taller in an ethnic dress. Other than that, opting for vertical prints, draping a dupatta on one shoulder, sporting ethnic maxi dress or Anarkali are a few other tips to look taller in an ethnic dress.
4. How is hand block printing done?
Hand block printing is a traditional Rajasthani art done using carved wooden blocks. They are dipped in natural dyes and stamped on the fabric to create desired patterns.