Stylish Silk Designer Kaftans Worn by Anna Mavridis
The manhattan designer kaftan is one of our iconic designer kaftans, designed by the talented British designer Lindsey Brown in her primary resort wear collection. This timeless designer silk kaftan is handcrafted and a perfect investment piece to add to your holiday wardrobe. Each season Lindsey Brown creates new fashion colours of our iconic designer kaftans and personally chooses the each of the three sequin colours to coordinate perfectly with the colourful silk fabric.
Lindsey Brown stylish silk Manhattan luxury kaftans are a very versatile piece to keep in your wardrobe. Manhattan makes a day to evening look so easy to achieve. While you are on holiday team with plain white shorts to wear around the resort and for lunch by the pool side, or evening sundowner drinks with friends. The lovely Anna Mavridis wore our orange silk designer kaftan, the Manhattan on holiday with her family in Thailand and again the lovely sea breeze turquoise silk designer kaftan in Greece. Anna has been spotted wearing our Silk kaftan Acapulco in many colours from yellow to black and just lately our Monterey silk drop waisted kaftans.
Swedish style icon Anna Mavridis was recently seen during her holiday in Thailand wearing the orange papaya manhattan designer kaftan by Lindsey Brown. The manhattan is a perfect short designer kaftan to wear to the beach. Anna oozed glamour as she enjoyed her time on the beach, she styled her silk designer kaftan over her swimsuit with sunglasses, beach hat and an oversized beach bag, Anna Mavridis also accessorised her look with pretty gold jewellery to finish off her stunning look. As the manhattan designer kaftan is made from 100% silk it is perfect for hot climates as the natural fibres will help to keep you cool and will not cling to the body or crease in the heat.
Click here to see Anna wearing a beautiful selection Lindsey Brown resort wear designer kaftans and designer holiday dresses.
Yellow and White Silk Maxi Dress — Santorini by Lindsey Brown resort wear
Eight metres of hand dyed silk chiffon are sewn to create this beautiful sleeveless yellow and white silk maxi dress. The graduating colour of white into yellow, is a hand tie dye effect called ombre. This type of hand tie dye on silk is created after we make and sew the finished dress. We dip the white dress into yellow dye and it graduates upwards to create an ombre effect. When washed and dry we then tie dye lemon yellow and lime green over the top in a vertical pattern.
- Colour: White with yellow and lime graduated ombré tie-dye
- Material: 100% silk chiffon
- Silhouette: Three-tier flowing maxi skirt, lined to the thigh
- Fit: Relaxed from the waist, adjustable neckline ties
- Sleeve type: Sleeveless with adjustable silk shoulder straps
- Neckline: Adjustable tie-front, can be worn front or back
- Details: Lime and yellow tassels on the silk ties
- Size range: XSmall–XLarge
- Care instructions: Steam clean. Green dry clean
- Occasion: Resort wear, beach vacations, cruises and warm-weather travel
- Travel friendly: Fold in on itself and pack inside a pillowcase within your case
- Made in: India. Bespoke alterations made in the UK
Santorini Dress Design & Features
The shape of our Santorini silk maxi dress has a shaped upper dress body lined with white microfibre and from the upper waist the shape is loose and flared. Three tiers of silk create the flowing skirt of the Santorini dress as this ensures the fullness from each tier, rather than fullness from the waist. The dress is sleeveless and has two silk shoulder straps that can be adjusted. The back of the neck is fixed, and the front ties not only move, allowing many heights to wear this dress, the neckline can also be adjusted for full or partial coverage over the neckline and cleavage. Two tassels decorate each shoulder strap in lime and yellow. You can also turn the dress back to front, one of the many signature features of a Lindsey Brown silk maxi dress to wear the tassels at the back.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Santorini silk maxi dress suitable for a cruise holiday?
Yes, the Santorini silk maxi dress is a favourite for cruise holidays. The flowing three-tier skirt moves beautifully on deck, and the adjustable neckline ties mean it works equally well for a formal dinner or a relaxed evening at sea. The lightweight silk chiffon packs flat inside a pillowcase, making it easy to travel with. It's a stunning dress you really will feel a million dollars in, effortlessly dressed for dinner on holiday.
How does the Santorini dress fit?
The Santorini silk maxi dress has a lined upper top half, lined to the mid thigh, with a relaxed, flared skirt from the waist down. The adjustable shoulder straps and tie-front neckline mean it can be adjusted to your own height and how you prefer the dress to be worn, more coverage or slightly open. It is available in XSmall to XLarge with a plus size version of the dress in our Santorini silk dress edit.
Can the Santorini dress be worn two ways?
Yes, one of the signature features of Lindsey Brown resort wear is that many dresses can be reversed. The Santorini dress can be worn front to back, moving the tasselled ties to the back for a different neckline and look.
What is ombré tie-dye on silk?
The ombré effect on the Santorini dress is created by hand after the dress is fully sewn. The silk chiffon is dipped into yellow dye so the colour graduates from white at the top to yellow at the hem. Lemon yellow and lime green are then tie-dyed over the top in a vertical pattern, making each dress unique. A traditional Indian artisan technique that is practised by hand.
Who has worn the Santorini silk maxi dress?
The yellow Santorini silk maxi dress has been worn by some well-known faces. TV presenter and model Kelly Brook, TV presenter Laura Hamilton, and fashion influencer Anna Mavridis have all been spotted wearing the Santorini dress. Each chose it for its effortless glamour and stunning ombré silk. It is the perfect dress for a luxury holiday or special occasion abroad.
Is the Santorini dress an original Lindsey Brown design?
Our Santorini dress is the dress of dreams. Customers tell us how amazing this dress makes them feel when they put it on. The Santorini silk maxi dress is an original design, created by Lindsey Brown back in 2020, and is sold exclusively through our official website at lindseybrown.com. Beautifully made with its graduated colours and hand tie-dye finish. We are aware that fake copies appear on other sites, to ensure you receive an authentic Lindsey Brown Santorini dress, please purchase directly from us, the original and the best.
