The kaftan is believed to have its roots in the ancient Ottoman Empire, where, centuries ago the level of flamboyance and extravagance the kaftan, identified the wearers position within the hierarchy of the society of the day. In the West, the kaftan first came to real prominence in the 1960s, when celebrities championed the kaftan as and antidote to the previously formal, corseted, form fitting styles of clothing that had dominated western culture for generations. Quickly becoming associated with the hippy movement of the 60s, the kaftan became a symbol of the freedom of choice that young people were enjoying, especially in the area of fashion.

Since the heyday of the kaftan, more than 50 years ago, despite constant changes in popular fashion and culture, the kaftan has remained a staple part of many wardrobes, the free-flowing nature of the garment being aesthetically pleasing whilst also still highly functional.

At Kaftans That Bling, we are utter devotees of the kaftan and supply an amazing range of Australian designer kaftans that are equally at home at a swish dinner party or strolling along a deserted beach as the sun rises. The visual appeal of the kaftan needs little explaining; simple elegance, enhanced by outstanding, colourful prints and adorned with hand sewn embellishments and beads provides a plethora of options, and in a climate like ours, here in Australia, the practicality of the kaftan ensures that it remains as relevant today as ever.

Our whole range of kaftans, including our maxi dress kaftans, long kaftans, short kaftans, beach kaftans and robes are all made from either 100% silk or a silk/viscose which produces a cool, breathable garment that will prevent your body from overheating, even during the warmest part of the summer. And with a loose fit, the luxurious soft touch of the fabric will be as gentle as a summer breeze upon your skin., all year round.

The kaftan, of course is also recognised for being flattering to all body shapes and sizes, none more so than our Box Styled Silk Australian Kaftans, that thanks to an exceptionally generous fit (up to size 24), provides complete freedom of movement while still looking chic and sophisticated.

Silk is recognised as a premium fabric and in keeping with this does require a little more care than modern man-made synthetic fibres, especially if you want to maintain the light, soft texture and bright vibrant colours of your silk kaftans made in Australia. Gentle hand washing in cool water, without harsh detergents – and certainly no bleach – is highly recommended, and drip drying out of direct sunlight the preferred method for drying. And once your silk kaftan is ready to be put away, hang loosely, allowing the natural fibres space to breath. Follow these simple instructions and you will get many years of service from your treasured kaftan.

With world-wide shipping, a 30 day returns policy and flexible payment options, why look anywhere other than Kaftans That Bling for a superior range of Australian designed kaftans online?

The kaftan may well have had humble beginnings, but today luxury kaftans are very much in demand, the free flowing, loose fit typical of the kaftan, now being paired with unique and individual designs printed on high quality silk – and here at Kaftans that Bling we have possibly the finest selection of silk kaftans in Australia!

Whatever style of kaftan you are after, and whatever size, amongst our catalogue of short and long kaftans, beach kaftans, box kaftans and jackets you will undoubtedly discover one of the many unique designs that is perfect for you. And of course, our extensive selection of Australian designer kaftans are just as at home at a swish dinner party or for lounging around the pool, and if you are a beach goer you will love our range of beach cover ups for women – light and highly portable but with an undeniable air of elegance and sophistication.

At Kaftans that Bling each and every one of our kaftans are unique, the many embellishments that adorn our kaftans are all hand sewn on, ensuring that no two will ever be the same, and incidentally we source our materials as ethically as possible.

If you have not yet discovered the glorious simplicity and stunning chic of the kaftan, it’s not too late to become a convert, and if you already appreciate the cool, flowing lines of the kaftan you will not be able to resist adding to your collection when you take a little time to peruse our remarkable beach cover ups and kaftans online.