Basic T-Shirt Dress - KaTik

The Basic T-Shirt Dress offers timeless simplicity with sustainable design. This knee-length dress features a clean silhouette and classic t-shirt styling that makes it an essential wardrobe staple. The versatile design works effortlessly from day to night - pair with sneakers for casual outings or dress up with accessories for more formal occasions. The relaxed fit and breathable fabric ensure all-day comfort, while the thoughtful color blocking adds just enough visual interest to elevate this piece beyond a standard t-shirt dress.

Artist/Maker

This garment is part of KaTik's signature collection, showcasing our commitment to ethical production and sustainable materials. KaTik is a Cambodian social enterprise dedicated to transforming the fashion industry through innovative approaches to waste reduction, ethical manufacturing, and circular design. Our team of skilled artisans and designers works with rescued textiles to create contemporary pieces that are both environmentally responsible and fashion-forward.

Process

Using low-waste production techniques, our team transforms carefully selected second-hand knits, including t-shirts and sweater knits, into new color-block designs. Every step of our process focuses on quality, sustainability, and accessibility - from material matching to final construction. These materials that would have otherwise gone to waste are given a second life through thoughtful redesign. Your purchase supports local makers and designers while helping build a more sustainable fashion industry.

Materials

This garment is created from carefully selected second-hand knit fabrics and deadstock materials. The color block design combines different textures and weights, unified through thoughtful design. Each piece diverts textiles from landfill while creating something new and unique from existing resources.

Care

Garment care: We believe in creating fashion that lasts. To keep your knit garment looking its best while minimizing environmental impact: Wash in cold water using gentle cycle, Lay flat or hang to dry in shade to maintain shape, Steam rather than iron if needed, Wash with similar colors, Consider spot cleaning when possible, Avoid hanging wet knits on sharp hangers. These care practices help extend your garment's life while reducing energy use and protecting our waterways.

Sizing and Fit

This garment features a classic, relaxed t-shirt dress silhouette that fits true to size. For detailed measurements, please refer to our size guide. If you're between sizes, we recommend sizing up for a more oversized look or sizing down for a more fitted appearance.

Impact

Through creative upcycling, this garment has extended the lifecycle of existing materials, reducing waste, water usage, and carbon emissions compared to new production. More information coming soon!