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Our model Anshu wears size S. She's 175cm tall, 69cm waist, 94cm hips and 87cm bust.
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Day Waistcoat

Day Waistcoat
€98,30
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Tailored sleeveless waistcoat featuring a V-neckline and a straight hem. It includes two functional front welt pockets and a three-button front closure with macramé-covered buttons. The inside is fully lined with a contrast fabric.

This is a limited edition piece.
You will own 1 out of only 1 pieces made from this fabric.

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Size

IW00408-ECM-00M-000-0008-R2S

This piece earns you 392 Impact Points calculated by the number of meters of fabric saved from landfill and the hours of fair wages you helped pay

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Description

Overview

Our Day Waistcoat brings timeless Indian style to your wardrobe, reimagined through a contemporary lens. Each piece is handmade in Mumbai from a unique, pre-loved sari, making every waistcoat truly one-of-a-kind in print, colour, and drape. Designed for versatility and comfort, this sleeveless V-neck waistcoat features thoughtful tailoring and ethical craftsmanship.

Key Features

  • Tailored, sleeveless silhouette with V-neckline and straight hem
  • Two functional front welt pockets
  • Three-button front closure with macramé-covered buttons
  • Fully lined interior in contrast fabric
  • Handmade from repurposed sari – each piece is unique
  • No virgin fabrics or dyes used

Material

Each Day Waistcoat is crafted from a repurposed sari, giving it a one-of-a-kind print, colour, and drape. The fully lined interior is made with contrast fabric. No virgin fabrics or dyes are used in the making of this garment.

Origin Story

The garment is handmade by women artisans in Mumbai using pre-loved sari fabrics, supporting ethical production and reducing textile waste. Because each piece starts from a different sari, no two Day Waistcoats are ever the same, reflecting a circular design philosophy.

Artisan

Handmade by women artisans in Mumbai, each waistcoat supports local craftsmanship and empowers our makers through meaningful, fair work.

Craftsmanship

Tailored sleeveless waistcoat featuring a V‑neckline and a straight hem, with two functional front welt pockets, a three‑button front closure with macramé‑covered buttons, and a fully lined interior in contrast fabric.

Sustainability Impact

The waistcoat is made without virgin fabrics or dyes, resulting in a significantly lower carbon footprint, pollution, and water usage. By choosing this piece, you're helping reduce textile waste and supporting circular fashion.

Unique Features

  • Each waistcoat is one-of-a-kind due to the unique sari used
  • No two Day Waistcoats are ever the same

Care Instructions

  • Hand wash recommended
  • Line dry
  • Cool iron
  • Machine wash and dry clean are also possible if there are no delicate embellishments

FAQs
  • What makes the beige ethnic waistcoat women love ideal for sustainable fashion? This waistcoat is handmade from repurposed pre-loved saris, ensuring each piece is unique and supports circular fashion by reducing textile waste and avoiding virgin fabrics or dyes.
  • How does the sleeveless waistcoat with pockets benefit everyday wear? Featuring two functional front welt pockets and a tailored sleeveless V-neck design, this waistcoat offers practical storage and comfortable layering for versatile styling.
  • What is the construction detail of the fully lined waistcoat women can expect? The waistcoat is fully lined with a contrast fabric interior, enhancing durability and comfort while maintaining a polished look with a three-button front closure using macramé-covered buttons.
  • Is the Day Waistcoat suitable for those seeking low carbon footprint waistcoat options? Yes, it is crafted without virgin fabrics or dyes, significantly lowering carbon footprint, pollution, and water usage compared to conventional garments.

How I am sustainable

I'm not made from virgin fabrics and dyes, so my carbon footprint, pollution and water usage is way lower than other products. Instead, I'm made with circular production methods, from waste fabric which already existed. I turned into an I was a Sari instead of becoming landfill. Now I'm looking forward to my second life, maybe with you.

How to care for me

I was collected from Mumbai markets rather than being newly made, so my exact fabric composition is unknown. Care for me sustainably with hand wash, line drying and cool iron. I can also be machine washed and dry cleaned if I don't come with embroidery or embellishments that might be affected.

How I fit

I'm made from light and silky flowing fabric. There is usually only one of me, in my specific print and In case of garments I come in limited sizes only. Please search by size to find the best fit for you. See our size guide.

About my shipping & returns

I will be shipped to you within 24–48 hours of you placing the order. I will be delivered by DHL or FedEx, which typically takes 4–5 business days.

If you choose Eco Shipping, I will be shipped via Aramex and delivered in approximately 10–12 business days, using a slower, lower-impact shipping method.

You may be levied taxes/customs duty at the time of delivery in certain countries. We collect VAT at checkout for EU orders < €150. To know more click here

Since I am made with care by artisans, rather than coming from a factory, I cannot be returned on a whim. However, if I am damaged in any way, please email us at shop@iwasasari.com and the team will help you.

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