Embroidered Chay Wa Tunic Kaftan Dress XL Fringe Bohemian Purity Ethnic Myanmar Traditional Tribal
There is a small 1" area on the back collar where the red trim has separated from the fabric. There is a small pull on the front upper embroidery. There are a couple of other very small pulls on the white fabric.
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Flat lay measurements:
armpit to armpit 22 1/2"
armpit to hem 43 1/2" (to end of fringe)
shoulder at neck to hem 49"
"“Chay Wa” is the traditional white dress worn by unmarried girls in Karen culture.
The pure white color represents:
• 🤍 Purity and innocence
• 🌿 Simplicity and humility
• ✨ A stage of life before marriage
The dress is usually hand woven cotton, often simple in design, reflecting the beauty of modesty and cultural identity. Unlike the colorful and embroidered dresses worn by married women, Chay Wa carries a quiet elegance — soft, clean, and meaningful."