Jarlangardi (goanna) shift dress

$280.00

Description

Description:

  • Relaxed, boxy fit
  • Hem finishes at mid-thigh/above the knee
  • Short sleeves
  • Side seam pockets
  • 3 colour (clay brown, balck and off white) digital print on organic cotton fabric
  • Designed by Amanda Rose Lee, Broome WA
  • Digitally printed in Australia
  • Made in Melbourne by LCN fashion who are accredited by Ethical Clothing Australia

Artist story:

Amanda Rose is a Yawuru woman based in Rubibi, Broome.
Jarlangardi(goanna) are good to hunt in Marrul Season (around March to April) when they are nice and fat. Amanda Rose remembers going to the birra (bush) to hunt jarlangardi with her family and then cooking them up on the coals of the fire.
*Please note that the pattern placement will vary slightly on each garment.

Your purchase of this garment provides income for Aboriginal women artists and helps give them a platform to share their culture and stories.

Nagula Jarndu (Saltwater Woman) is a not-for-profit, 100% Aboriginal owned and governed organisation and the profits from your purchase will go directly to the artist and back into the organisation to fund future projects.

Size and fit guide:

Georgia is a size 10 and is wearing a size 10. She is 165cm tall.

This style is an oversize fit, so keep this in mind when choosing your size.
Approximate bust measurements (measured flat):
8: 49cm
10: 52cm
12: 54cm
14: 57cm
16: 60cm

Approximate length measurement (from top of neck hole to bottom hem):
8: 92cm
10: 93cm
12: 96cm
14: 97cm
16: 99cm

Care and washing guide:

Our designs are hand screen printed and digitally printed onto linens and cottons with quality fabric ink and professionally heat set.

Handwashing your garment in cold water and ironing from the inside-out, will ensure that it is a part of your wardrobe for years to come.