Inspired by a vintage silhouette and crafted with handloom fabric ~ a rare and exclusive sustainably handmade textile in modern times. This intentionally oversized mini dress features a soft white colour-way contrasted with tan pinstripe detailing, while the shape offers a poet-style collar with optional front tie, romantic billowy sleeves finished with soft elasticated cuffs, and pockets at the hip.
Size & fit
Cut loose. Between sizes? Many women size down.
Julia is 166cm and wears S.Andy is 175cm and wears S.
Fabric & care
100% Cotton.
100% Handloom Cotton
Depending on each individual, some find the material sheer. A slip may be worn underneath if desired.
Hand wash cold, only when needed, and line dry. Each piece may vary slightly in colour, a natural part of making by hand.
Orders leave our Northern NSW warehouse within 1 to 3 business days.
Change-of-mind returns are accepted within 30 days of shipment for store credit, as a Daughters of India gift card. Pieces must be unworn, unwashed and with tags attached.
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Poet Mini Dress Vanilla · A$269
Handloomed
The making of Vanilla
Hand-looming begins with artisans carefully preparing yarn by cleaning, spinning, and winding fibres into strong thread. The yarn is then stretched, naturally sized, dried, and set onto a traditional wooden loom—a process that takes days to complete.
I’m fairly new to DoI and within 2 months I now own 5 of their dresses. The Poet in vanilla is one of my favorites. I’m tempted to buy another color. All their dresses are lovely and so comfortable making those hot summer days more tolerable. I did size down in this dress to a medium and it fits perfectly. For their mini and sheer style dresses, I prefer Boxer/biker (huha or thigh society) shorts for added coverage.
Daughters of India
Hello Goregous! Wow! 5 dresses in 2 months 💗Thank you so much for sharing your love and for your continued support. It truly means the world to us hearing how much you love them and how you like to style them.With love and gratitude,Daughters Of India
Lauren S. · Verified buyer · 22 May 2025
Excellent, except too short for t. v.
I love to wear this item. It’s so comfortable and loose and whimsical. But I can’t leave the house or everyone will see my underwear. I’m 5’8” with a longer torso than some.
Kimberly · Verified buyer · 11 April 2025
Comfort with Style
Truly love the comfort and style of this dress. I first wore it during a very long day of traveling. I received many compliments and questions about this beautiful dress.
Daughters of India
Thank you so much for your kind words We're thrilled to hear that the dress kept you comfy and stylish during your travels - sounds like it made quite the impression! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. Much Love ✨🤍 Daughters of India
Lisa K. · Verified buyer · 13 September 2024
Lisa
Absolutely love my new poet mini dress. Fabric is gorgeous and feels beautiful to wear.
Daughters of India
Your review is music to our ears. Thank you for choosing us and sharing the love! ✨🤍
Anna W. · Verified buyer · 14 August 2024
Love!
I ordered the short version of this dress when it was released in this colorway and I absolutely love it. I can't wait to order the longer version in another color for fall.
Daughters of India
We're thrilled to hear that you're happy with your beautiful Poet dress! Thank you for sharing the love.💜✨
Renu C. · Verified buyer · 22 April 2024
Nice summer dress.
Another good dress that I love.
Daughters of India
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Susan C. · Verified buyer · 9 April 2024
Gorgeous
Another beautiful piece by Daughters of India. This colour combination is so lovely. Love the material, great pockets - seriously great pockets and the sleeves are perfect.
Daughters of India
Hi Beautiful!Your kind words mean the world to us. Thank you for being a fantastic customer!Sending love,Daughters of India xx ✨💝
