Kinsley in chartreuse. The colour does the talking, the frog fastenings do the rest.

The Kinsley is a chartreuse kaftan shirt made from 70% rayon and 30% linen. It has a mandarin collar and five frog fastenings down the front, framed by fine pleat detailing either side of the opening, with wide 3/4 sleeves and a loose, boxy silhouette. The final fastening carries the signature red thread. It's made in Cape Town, South Africa, by a small all-female team, in a limited run.

Same Kinsley, louder mood. The chartreuse brings the frog fastenings and wooden buttons right to the front, and the pleats running alongside them add a line of detail you only catch up close. The rayon-linen blend falls soft and loose, so the shape moves with you instead of sitting stiff.

Wear it with the Parker in the same chartreuse for a full matching set, or split them up. The Kinsley works over white trousers or denim, and orange or tan accessories make the colour sing.

FAQ

Does the Kinsley run true to size, and which size should I take?
The Kinsley has a relaxed, kaftan-style fit, so it's forgiving through sizing. The shape is loose and boxy through the body, with dropped shoulders and wide 3/4 sleeves. Our model is 1.70m and wears a size 32. Take your usual Signature by Des size.

What fabric is it made from and how does it wear?
The Kinsley is made from a 70% rayon, 30% linen blend, the same fabric as the white. It has a soft, fluid drape that suits the loose kaftan shape, breathes well in the heat, and softens further with every wear and wash.

How do I wash and care for it?
Hand wash only, and wash dark colours separately. We suggest washing by hand to ensure the longevity of your garment, because a lot of care went into making it. Treated gently, the Kinsley will hold its colour and shape season after season, ready whenever you want it.

What can I wear the chartreuse kaftan shirt with?
Wear the Kinsley with the Parker in the same chartreuse for a full matching set, or split them up. The shirt works over white trousers, denim or a linen skirt, and orange or tan accessories make the colour sing. A woven basket bag finishes it off.

Where is it made?
The Kinsley is made in Cape Town, South Africa, by a small all-female team. Like every Signature by Des style, it's produced in a limited run, so once the chartreuse is gone, it's gone. Free delivery applies on orders over R1500.