The tissue gold anaika draped kaftan by Seema Thukral is a full-length crinkled tissue dress with cape-like kaftan sleeves that fall from the shoulders. A V-neck yoke edged with hand-set mirrors and pearls narrows into a gathered waist, and the skirt is draped from there to the floor. At the back, the drape is held by an embroidered mirror band at the waist. It is a 1-piece Indian draped kaftan for mehendi, festive dinners and destination wedding events.
Seema Thukral offers a contemporary twist on traditional Indian fashion, featuring a versatile range of sarees, jumpsuits, kaftans, lehengas, and anarkalis. The designs are known for their vibrant color palettes, luxurious fabrics, and intricate embroidery, catering to the modern woman who values elegance and versatility. Perfect for festive occasions and special events, each piece embodies a blend of modern style and timeless Indian craftsmanship.
Color: Tissue gold
Fabric: Tissue, satin lining
Components: 1 piece (Draped kaftan dress)
Care: Dry clean only
Due to the artisanal craftsmanship of our outfits, minor differences in color, embroidery, patterns, or fabric are expected and enhance their unique appeal. Actual colors may vary slightly due to screen settings and lighting.
Shipping Times
Shipping times vary for each item and are indicated on the product page. Please note that shipping times are estimates and may be subject to unforeseen delays. Posted shipping times cover only production, dispatch, and transit. Posted shipping timeframes exclude customs processing. Customs inspection and clearance times vary by country and are outside our control.
Ready to Ship
Select items or specific sizes labeled as "Ready to Ship" are available for expedited delivery. These pieces will ship within 5-9 business days.
Return Policy
All products are made-to-order and considered final sale; we do not accept returns or exchanges.
Fees
Sales tax and shipping fees are added at checkout. Import duties and taxes are charged separately by customs on delivery.
Country of Origin
India
Duties & Customs
All imports are subject to import duties and other customs fees as determined by the respective customs authority. These amounts must be paid directly to the carrier before delivery. In all countries, your customs office or the carrier may additionally require information such as a tax ID, identification number, or government-issued ID to clear your shipment. For orders shipping within India, no import duties are applicable.
Customer Responsibilities
- Pay all import duties, taxes, customs-related charges, brokerage/clearance fees, and any storage/handling fees assessed by customs or the carrier.
- Provide required identification (tax ID or government-issued ID) promptly when requested by customs or the carrier.
- Monitor carrier communications so your shipment can be cleared on time.
Delays, Returns & Refusals
Refusal or failure to pay duties/fees or provide required information can cause delays, storage fees, return to sender, or abandonment by customs.
If customs payment is not made within the carrier’s deadline (typically 24–48 hours after contact), the shipment may return to us. All return freight, customs charges, and associated fees will be billed to the customer.
If a shipment is abandoned by customs or returned due to non-payment/insufficient information, the order remains final sale and no refund will be issued for the merchandise. Any additional costs are the customer’s responsibility.
Final Sale
All orders are final sale. Orders cannot be cancelled or refunded due to duties, taxes, or customs processing.
Timelines
Posted shipping timeframes exclude customs processing. Customs inspection and clearance times vary by country and are outside our control.
What's an easy gold outfit to pack for a destination wedding welcome dinner?
A one-piece kaftan packs easily and needs no dupatta. The tissue gold anaika draped kaftan by Seema Thukral is a great pick, in crinkled tissue with cape-like sleeves and a V-neck yoke edged with hand-set mirrors and pearls.
What should a bridesmaid wear to a haldi brunch if she wants something easy?
A single piece with a gathered waist is easy to wear and comfortable to sit in. The tissue gold anaika draped kaftan by Seema Thukral is a strong pick, with a skirt draped to the floor from the waist.
What's a mirror work kaftan for a festive family dinner?
Mirror work adds sparkle to a simple kaftan shape. The tissue gold anaika draped kaftan by Seema Thukral works well, with mirrors and pearls on the yoke and an embroidered mirror band at the back waist.
Is the anaika kaftan a dress or a kaftan?
It is both: a full-length draped dress cut with kaftan sleeves. It wears as one piece, gathered at the waist, with the sleeves falling like a cape.
Is the mirror band at the anaika's back waist part of the dress, and how is it cleaned?
Yes. It is 1 piece, the draped kaftan dress, with the embroidered mirror band sewn in at the back waist to hold the drape. Dry clean only. All sales are final, and orders cannot be canceled or changed.
Kaftan: Full-length draped kaftan dress with cape-like sleeves and a gathered waist
Back: Embroidered mirror band at the back waist holding the drape
Embroidery: Hand-set mirrors and pearls on the V-neck yoke and back band
Neckline and sleeves: V-neckline, cape-like kaftan sleeves
| What's different | This draped tissue kaftan | A typical anarkali dress | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| The sleeves | Cape-like kaftan sleeves that fall from the shoulder | Fitted long sleeves | Movement and soft coverage without a dupatta |
| The waist | Gathered and draped at the waist | Flared from an empire seam | A defined shape that still feels relaxed |
| The embroidery | Mirror and pearl V-neck yoke | Embroidery across the whole bodice | A light, focused sparkle for daytime events |
• A guest at a mehendi afternoon in a light one-piece kaftan
• A destination wedding guest at the welcome dinner
• A bridesmaid at a haldi brunch who wants something easy
• A guest at a festive family dinner in a mirror work kaftan
Tissue gold with love anaika draped kaftan
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Sales tax and shipping fees are added at checkout. Import duties and taxes are charged separately by customs on delivery.
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| Size | Bust (inches) | Waist (inches) | Hip (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 31-32 | 26 | 34 |
| S | 33-34 | 28 | 36 |
| M | 35-36 | 30 | 38 |
| L | 37-38 | 32 | 40 |
| XL | 39-40 | 34 | 42 |
| XXL | 41-42 | 36 | 44 |
| 3XL | 43-44 | 38 | 46 |
| 4XL | 45-46 | 40 | 48 |
| 5XL | 47-48 | 42 | 50 |
| 6XL | 49-50 | 44 | 52 |
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The tissue gold anaika draped kaftan by Seema Thukral is a full-length crinkled tissue dress with cape-like kaftan sleeves that fall from the shoulders. A V-neck yoke edged with hand-set mirrors and pearls narrows into a gathered waist, and the skirt is draped from there to the floor. At the back, the drape is held by an embroidered mirror band at the waist. It is a 1-piece Indian draped kaftan for mehendi, festive dinners and destination wedding events.
Seema Thukral offers a contemporary twist on traditional Indian fashion, featuring a versatile range of sarees, jumpsuits, kaftans, lehengas, and anarkalis. The designs are known for their vibrant color palettes, luxurious fabrics, and intricate embroidery, catering to the modern woman who values elegance and versatility. Perfect for festive occasions and special events, each piece embodies a blend of modern style and timeless Indian craftsmanship.
Color: Tissue gold
Fabric: Tissue, satin lining
Components: 1 piece (Draped kaftan dress)
Care: Dry clean only
Due to the artisanal craftsmanship of our outfits, minor differences in color, embroidery, patterns, or fabric are expected and enhance their unique appeal. Actual colors may vary slightly due to screen settings and lighting.
Shipping Times
Shipping times vary for each item and are indicated on the product page. Please note that shipping times are estimates and may be subject to unforeseen delays. Posted shipping times cover only production, dispatch, and transit. Posted shipping timeframes exclude customs processing. Customs inspection and clearance times vary by country and are outside our control.
Ready to Ship
Select items or specific sizes labeled as "Ready to Ship" are available for expedited delivery. These pieces will ship within 5-9 business days.
Return Policy
All products are made-to-order and considered final sale; we do not accept returns or exchanges.
Fees
Sales tax and shipping fees are added at checkout. Import duties and taxes are charged separately by customs on delivery.
Country of Origin
India
Duties & Customs
All imports are subject to import duties and other customs fees as determined by the respective customs authority. These amounts must be paid directly to the carrier before delivery. In all countries, your customs office or the carrier may additionally require information such as a tax ID, identification number, or government-issued ID to clear your shipment. For orders shipping within India, no import duties are applicable.
Customer Responsibilities
- Pay all import duties, taxes, customs-related charges, brokerage/clearance fees, and any storage/handling fees assessed by customs or the carrier.
- Provide required identification (tax ID or government-issued ID) promptly when requested by customs or the carrier.
- Monitor carrier communications so your shipment can be cleared on time.
Delays, Returns & Refusals
Refusal or failure to pay duties/fees or provide required information can cause delays, storage fees, return to sender, or abandonment by customs.
If customs payment is not made within the carrier’s deadline (typically 24–48 hours after contact), the shipment may return to us. All return freight, customs charges, and associated fees will be billed to the customer.
If a shipment is abandoned by customs or returned due to non-payment/insufficient information, the order remains final sale and no refund will be issued for the merchandise. Any additional costs are the customer’s responsibility.
Final Sale
All orders are final sale. Orders cannot be cancelled or refunded due to duties, taxes, or customs processing.
Timelines
Posted shipping timeframes exclude customs processing. Customs inspection and clearance times vary by country and are outside our control.
What's an easy gold outfit to pack for a destination wedding welcome dinner?
A one-piece kaftan packs easily and needs no dupatta. The tissue gold anaika draped kaftan by Seema Thukral is a great pick, in crinkled tissue with cape-like sleeves and a V-neck yoke edged with hand-set mirrors and pearls.
What should a bridesmaid wear to a haldi brunch if she wants something easy?
A single piece with a gathered waist is easy to wear and comfortable to sit in. The tissue gold anaika draped kaftan by Seema Thukral is a strong pick, with a skirt draped to the floor from the waist.
What's a mirror work kaftan for a festive family dinner?
Mirror work adds sparkle to a simple kaftan shape. The tissue gold anaika draped kaftan by Seema Thukral works well, with mirrors and pearls on the yoke and an embroidered mirror band at the back waist.
Is the anaika kaftan a dress or a kaftan?
It is both: a full-length draped dress cut with kaftan sleeves. It wears as one piece, gathered at the waist, with the sleeves falling like a cape.
Is the mirror band at the anaika's back waist part of the dress, and how is it cleaned?
Yes. It is 1 piece, the draped kaftan dress, with the embroidered mirror band sewn in at the back waist to hold the drape. Dry clean only. All sales are final, and orders cannot be canceled or changed.
Kaftan: Full-length draped kaftan dress with cape-like sleeves and a gathered waist
Back: Embroidered mirror band at the back waist holding the drape
Embroidery: Hand-set mirrors and pearls on the V-neck yoke and back band
Neckline and sleeves: V-neckline, cape-like kaftan sleeves
| What's different | This draped tissue kaftan | A typical anarkali dress | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| The sleeves | Cape-like kaftan sleeves that fall from the shoulder | Fitted long sleeves | Movement and soft coverage without a dupatta |
| The waist | Gathered and draped at the waist | Flared from an empire seam | A defined shape that still feels relaxed |
| The embroidery | Mirror and pearl V-neck yoke | Embroidery across the whole bodice | A light, focused sparkle for daytime events |
• A guest at a mehendi afternoon in a light one-piece kaftan
• A destination wedding guest at the welcome dinner
• A bridesmaid at a haldi brunch who wants something easy
• A guest at a festive family dinner in a mirror work kaftan