Kalita is designed with the world-traveling woman in mind. With pieces that will effortlessly translate from city to beach, it's easy to see why this label features so heavily on the world's most stylish (and most exotic) social media feeds.

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Spread nothing but optimism wearing the radiant red Inana dress from Kalita. An exquisite silhouette for your summer getaway, the ankle-skimming design is shaped from airy panels of silk that are gathered below the bodice and drape freely down the back with a cape-like effect. Style yours with a straw hat and a glass of something chilled.

Inana silk maxi dress

A divine color palette and a flowing silhouette – two elements that define Kalita's design DNA – are showcased on the Adonis maxi dress. Reflecting the shades of crystal clear waters, it's cast in a gradient blue colorway that appears especially luminescent on the silk fabric. Draw yours in at the waist with the self-tie sash for seaside strolls.

Adonis silk maxi dress

Whether you're a summer bride or simply lounging poolside, the Pegasi gown from Kalita is the romantic silhouette you're looking for. Handmade from airy cotton gauze, the shoulder-baring style has billowing balloon sleeves and a relaxed silhouette that you can draw in at the waist with a self-tie sash. Wear yours barefoot to declare your "I dos" on the beach.

Pegasi cotton-gauze gown

Kalita specializes in destination-ready designs like this Vega minidress, which wears easily from the sand to a sunset dinner. Handcrafted from airy cotton voile, the black design is shaped with a V-neckline, bishop sleeves and a voluminous high-low hem – features that are fast becoming a brand signature.

Vega cotton-voile minidress

Kalita specializes in destination-ready designs like this Vega minidress, which wears easily from the sand to a sunset dinner. Handcrafted from airy silk satin in "French Vanilla" beige, it's shaped with a V-neckline, bishop sleeves and a ruffed high-low hem – features that are fast becoming a brand signature.

Vega silk satin minidress

Channel your inner Greek goddess with the Circe dress from Kalita, a Mytheresa exclusive. The ocean blue cotton design has a relaxed fit that's easy to slide over a bikini, and comes with a low V-neckline and open back. Blouson sleeves and a tiered, maxi-length hem further the easygoing appeal.

Exclusive to Mytheresa - Circe cotton voile maxi dress

Channel your inner Greek goddess with the Circe dress from Kalita. The white cotton voile design has a relaxed fit that's easy to slide over a bikini, and comes with a low V-neckline and open back. Blouson sleeves and a tiered, maxi-length hem further the easygoing appeal.

Circe cotton maxi dress

Consider this blush pink Always The Muse minidress from Kalita for a spontaneous getaway. Breezy cotton gauze is ideal for balmy weather and lends a beautiful drape to the V-neckline, open back and gathered waist of this design. Layer yours over a bikini for après-swim sunbathing.

Always The Muse cotton minidress

Kalita applies its romantic point-of-view to the Vega maxi dress, coloring it in a dreamy shade of blush pink. A Mytheresa exclusive, it's handmade from airy cotton voile and shaped with a V-neckline, open back and a tiered high-low hem – features that are fast becoming a brand signature.

Exclusive to Mytheresa - Vega cotton voile maxi dress

Kalita specializes in destination-ready designs like this turquoise Vega minidress, which wears easily from the sand to a sunset dinner. The Mytheresa exclusive is handmade from cotton voile, and shaped with a V-neckline, bishop sleeves and voluminous high-low hem – features that are fast becoming a brand signature.

Exclusive to Mytheresa - Vega cotton minidress

As much an evening gown as it is a beach cover-up, the Brigitte maxi dress from Kalita is inspired by Saint-Tropez in the '60s. In lustrous silk satin, it comes in an underwater shade of green, with a gathered neckline, low-cut back and ruffled, full-length hem. Its relaxed fit makes it a breezy choice for wearing over a bikini.

Brigitte silk satin maxi dress

As much an evening gown as it is a beach cover-up, the Brigitte maxi dress from Kalita is inspired by Saint-Tropez in the '60s. In flame-colored silk satin, this Mytheresa exclusive design has a gathered neckline, low-cut back and ruffled, full-length hem. Its relaxed fit makes it a breezy choice for wearing over a bikini.

Exclusive to Mytheresa - Brigitte silk satin maxi dress

Kalita's 'Adonis' dress is draped from silk-habotai - a fabric coveted for its lightness. It has a plunging neckline that's mirrored at the back, and a gathered waist that creates soft folds through the skirt, so it flows effortlessly in the breeze. Slip it on with sandals and a delicate gold necklace. 

Adonis two-tone silk-habotai maxi dress

Reminiscent of a sunset, the vibrant bright-orange and pink hues of Kalita's 'Inana' maxi dress will complement sun-kissed skin beautifully. Made from floaty silk-habotai in a Grecian-inspired silhouette, the fabric drapes elegantly at the back. Highlight the plunging neckline with dainty gold necklaces.

Inana two-tone silk-habotai maxi dress

The breezy, lightweight fabric of Kalita's 'Pegasi' maxi dress makes it a perfect choice for days spent in the sun. Made from breathable white cotton-gauze, it's framed by floaty sleeves and has ruffles tracing the off-the-shoulder neckline. Slip yours on over swimwear and draw in the shape by adjusting the belt at the waist.  

Pegasi off-the-shoulder belted cotton-gauze maxi dress

Embrace effortless femininity in Kalita's Poet by the Sea maxi dress, which has been updated with ruffle-trimmed sleeves for the new season. The design has been made from crisp cotton poplin in a summer-ready sky blue colorway, and its fluid lines are defined by a plunging neckline and a self-tie bow waist. Team an oversized straw hat with yours before you head out for a stroll in the sun.

Poet By The Sea cotton maxi dress

Embrace Kalita's globetrotting mood by indulging in the Aphrodite Day minidress. The tunic-styled silhouette has been crafted from lightweight cotton in white, and features a plunging V-neckline that's cinched at the waist before falling into a voluminous skirt. Complement its vacation-ready feel with strappy sandals and a floppy hat.

Exclusive to Mytheresa - Aphrodite Day cotton minidress

Saunter into any room with effortless ease wearing this hibiscus-pink Brigette dress from Kalita. Crafted from lightweight silk that hangs fluidly across the body, it has slender shoulder straps and a tiered hem. Wear yours with simple accessories for a nonchalant evening look.

Brigette silk maxi dress

Embrace Kalita's globetrotting mood by indulging in the Aphrodite Day minidress. The tunic-styled silhouette has been crafted from lightweight cotton in hot pink, and features a plunging V-neckline that's cinched at the waist before falling into a voluminous skirt. Complement its vacation-ready feel with strappy sandals and a floppy hat.

Turn heads in this hibiscus-pink Poet By The Sea dress from Kalita. Cut from lightweight cotton twill with a plunging V-neckline, it has ruffle trimmed sleeves and a bow-embellished waist, then falls to a long, fluid maxi skirt. Elevate yours with gold-tone accessories during evening events.

Exclusive to Mytheresa - Poet By The Sea cotton maxi dress

Transition effortlessly from city to beach with the Eros maxi dress from Kalita. Cut from lightweight linen in "Eclipse" white, it elegantly hangs off the body with ruffled shoulders and a low back, before falling to a sweeping floor length. Style yours without the belt for a fluid silhouette.

Eros linen maxi dress

EXCLUSIVE AT NET-A-PORTER. Kalita's peasant-style dress stands out for its vibrant yellow shade and breezy silhouette. It's cut for a loose fit from cotton-voile and has a deep V-neckline and voluminous tiered skirt with an asymmetric hem. Contrast yours with neutral accessories.

Vega tiered cotton-voile mini dress

Resortwear label Kalita designs pieces for the glamorous getaway, like the Poet By The Sea dress. Exclusive to Mytheresa in its pale yellow colorway, the cotton design has been handmade into a maxi silhouette with a plunging neckline, ruffles that frame the shoulders, and a self-tie bow that sits at the waist.

Kalita Al Swaidi centers her designs around the female form while incorporating clean lines inspired by Zaha Hadid's architecture, so you can be sure of an elegant fit. This 'Maia' top is cut from cotton-poplin and has a cutout back, flowing peplum hem and billowing sleeves. Wear yours with the label's 

Maia cutout cotton-poplin peplum top

London-based designer Kalita Al Swaidi is always on the go, which is what inspires her to create collections that work in so many different contexts. This 'Inky' skirt is cut from breathable cotton-poplin in an A-line shape, so it feels light and comfortable. Wear yours with barely-there sandals at the beach and switch to sneakers in the city. 

Inky cotton-poplin maxi skirt

Kalita specializes in the treatment of silk, enlisting artisans globally to dye the lustrous fabric in gorgeous colors using time-honored techniques. This 'Adonis' maxi dress adopts the silhouette of traditional Grecian styles with its plunging neckline and wraparound sash belt. The gorgeous 'Desert Sage' hue is lighter in places to look as though it's been bleached by the sun. 

Adonis belted silk maxi dress

Kalita al Swaidi says that while you'll want to take this 'Circle Day' dress on your next vacation, given its versatility, you can wear it at home, too. It's cut from cotton-poplin with a plunging V-neckline and a tiered, floor-sweeping skirt. Wear yours with flat sandals and stacks of jewelry. 

Circle Day tiered cotton-poplin maxi dress

Kalita's maxi dress is inspired by vintage photos of Brigitte Bardot in Saint-Tropez. Cut from jade silk-habotai that feels almost weightless, it has a loose silhouette that falls to a tiered hem and turns to reveal a waterfall back.

Brigitte tiered silk-habotai maxi dress

Kalita's co-founders Kalita al Swaidi and Raechel Temily pin and cut directly on a mannequin so that they can see how the fabric drapes and falls. Unlined for a soft drape, this 'Always The Muse' mini dress is made from cotton-gauze and has a loose, breezy silhouette enhanced by an open back. 

Always the Muse cotton-gauze mini dress

Kalita's Aphrodite minidress channels beach-goddess vibes with its floating silhouette and plunging neckline. Crafted from airy cotton in pale yellow, the style has an empire waistline and stretch cuffs at its billowing bishop sleeves. Style yours with espadrille wedges and a woven bag for your next lunch on a terrace overlooking the sea.

Exclusive to Mytheresa - Aphrodite cotton minidress

Kalita's Gaia minidress is calling out for sun-soaked beach strolls and languid summer picnics. Cut from lightweight cotton in a "Night Nymph" blue that's exclusive to Mytheresa, this style works a flattering wrap front, a self-tie sash and gathered sleeves with a thigh-skimming hemline.  Uplift yours with lace-up espadrilles.

Exclusive to Mytheresa - Gaia cotton mini wrap dress

In true Kalita fashion, the Genevieve maxi dress is made with long, fluid lines from lush silk in soft "Pink Salt" hue. The billowing top resembles a Greek goddess neckline while a self-tie wrapped belt nips in your waist before the long, flowing skirt sweeps the floor and gives you an elegant glide. Wear yours with flat sandals and a tote for a nice, warm night out.

Genevieve silk maxi dress

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