Liya Kebede founded lemlem to preserve the time-honored weaving techniques of Ethiopia, where she was born and raised. This 'Beritu' coverup is handmade from striped cotton-blend in a floaty shape emphasized by side splits.Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skills and a brand that invests in communities and adheres to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our NET SUSTAIN criteria here.
- Multicolored cotton-blend - Slips on  - 95% cotton, 5% acrylic - Hand wash - Designer color: Meskel Citron

Beritu hooded striped cotton-blend coverup

Hand-woven from cotton in Ethiopia and spun locally by skilled craftspeople, the bold color-blocking stripes on lemlem's 'Lilian' dress vary from sky to azure. Each band is inspired by indigo quilting and African textiles.Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skills and a brand that invests in communities and adheres to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our NET SUSTAIN criteria here.
- Multicolored cotton - Slips on - 100% cotton - Hand wash - Designer color: Betami Azure

Lilian striped cotton midi dress

lemlem's 'Gigi Sweepy' midi dress is patterned with an abstract motif - the gold fibers will subtly sparkle in the sun. Made from EcoVero™-blend it's designed with a loose-fitting bodice and floaty tiered skirt. Fasten the self-tie belt to refine the silhouette.

Gigi Sweepy belted printed EcoVero™-blend midi dress

lemlem's 'Inku' mini dress has been woven in Ethiopia from cotton in a striking blue shade contrasted by white detailing that adds subtle texture. It has a ruched neckline that enhances the slightly loose shape and falls to hand-twisted fringe at the hem. Wear yours as a beach coverup or with simple slides when exploring a new town.

Inku fringed striped cotton mini dress

Eshe belted cotton-jacquard shorts

lemlem's light and airy clothing is just what you'll want to pack for sun-soaked getaways. This 'Eda' dress has been handcrafted by local Ethiopian craftspeople from a cotton-blend and has colorful stripes throughout the floaty, gathered shape. It works equally well solo or as a beach coverup. Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skills and a brand that invests in communities and adheres to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our NET SUSTAIN criteria here.
- Multicolored cotton-blend - Slips on - 95% cotton, 5% acrylic - Green dry clean - Designer color: Zelele Orchid

Eda striped cotton-blend maxi dress

Fabric: Mid-weight, non-stretch gauze Stripe pattern Side slit Midi length V neck Short sleeves Covered elastic waistband 85% cotton/15% acrylic Hand wash or dry clean Imported, Ethiopia

Leila Plunge Dress

lemlem is just the place to turn for colorful, bohemian pieces you'll pack for every warm getaway. This 'Jemari' dress is cut from tiers of airy cotton-blend gauze and patterned with stripes. Wear yours with strappy sandals and a woven tote.

Jemari tiered striped cotton-blend gauze midi dress

lemlem's pieces are handmade, making each one unique and special. This 'Cirq' midi dress is made from tiers of lightweight cotton-blend patterned with colorful stripes. Slip yours on with slides for brunch or wear it to the beach as a coverup.

Cirq tiered striped cotton-blend midi dress

All of lemlem's designs are handmade, in turn preserving the traditional art of weaving. Light and wispy, this fringed 'Jelba' mini dress is made from cotton in a loose silhouette that's perfect for high temperatures. The graduating stripes are meant to resemble candyfloss skies at sunrise.

Jelba fringed striped cotton mini dress

lemlem's 'Medallion' dress has been made in Kenya from ECOVERO™ viscose and printed with a design inspired by ancient architectural patterns. It has a belted waist and floaty tiered skirt that falls to a midi length. Slip yours on with flat sandals for a summer outing or getaway.

Medallion belted tiered printed ECOVERO™ midi dress

lemlem's 'Theodora' dress is patterned with a vibrant 'Niku Red' print – a custom design inspired by ancient architectural patterns. Crafted in Africa from certified linen, it has a breezy maxi shape with bell sleeves and a contrasting V-neckline..Lower-Impact Materials. This product is made using at least 50% lower-impact materials or ingredients. Find out more about our NET SUSTAIN criteria here.
- Red and white linen - Slips on - 100% linen - Dry clean - Designer color: Niku Red

Theodora printed linen maxi dress

lemlem's vibrant 'Gigi' dress is cut with metallic threading and has puffed sleeves and an open back held in place by dainty ties. The tiered hem moves beautifully as you walk.

Gigi open-back printed ECOVERO-blend mini dress

The botanical motif seen on lemlem's dress is one of the brand's beloved custom patterns. It's handmade from airy ECOVERO™ viscose and has a tiered mini hem. Style yours with lace-up sandals and a tote.

Tiered printed ECOVERO™-voile mini dress

lemlem's 'Medallion' dress has an effortless bohemian feel that's perfect for any tropical vacation. Cut from ECOVERO™ viscose patterned with florals, it has halterneck ties and a cutout bodice detailed with a dainty bow. Wear yours with sandals and a woven tote when exploring local markets.

Medallion cutout tiered printed ECOVERO halterneck midi dress

lemlem partners with a local Ethiopian studio, which employs skilled craftswomen who use traditional weaving techniques to create the brand's designs. Made from cotton-blend, this 'Zina' dress is woven with green and light-blue stripes and has pretty gathering along the scooped neckline. Wear yours as a coverup on vacation.Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skills and a brand that invests in communities and adheres to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our NET SUSTAIN criteria here.
- Cream, green and light-blue cotton-blend - Slips on - 85% cotton, 15% polyester - Hand wash - Designer color: Entoto Sage

Zina striped cotton-blend mini dress

Liya Kebede founded lemlem to preserve the time-honored weaving techniques of Ethiopia, where she was born and raised. This 'Beritu' coverup is handmade from striped cotton in a floaty shape emphasized by side splits.Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skills and a brand that invests in communities and adheres to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our NET SUSTAIN criteria here.
- Pink, peach and coral cotton - Slips on - 100% cotton - Hand wash or green dry clean - Designer color: Nefas Peach

Beritu hooded striped cotton coverup

LemLem's collections celebrate and preserve the ancient traditions of  heritage techniques in Ethiopia. This dress is cut from LENZING™ ECOVERO™ and trimmed with guipure lace. It's perfect for slipping on over a bikini or swimsuit.

Belted lace-trimmed tiered metallic printed LENZING ECOVERO midi dress

lemlem's light and airy clothing is just what you'll want to pack for sun-soaked getaways. This 'Eda' dress has been handcrafted by local Ethiopian craftspeople from a cotton-blend and has colorful stripes throughout the floaty, gathered shape. It works equally well solo or as a beach coverup.Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skills and a brand that invests in communities and adheres to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our NET SUSTAIN criteria here.
- Multicolored cotton-blend - Slips on  - 95% cotton, 5% acrylic - Hand wash - Designer color: Meskel Citron

Honoring its Ethiopian heritage, lemlem's collections are locally hand-spun and woven by skilled craftspeople using traditional techniques. This ‘Theodora’ dress is cut for a slightly loose fit from breathable cotton-blend and has an airy V-neckline and striped edges. Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skills and a brand that invests in communities and adheres to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our NET SUSTAIN criteria here.
- Cream, white and black cotton-blend - Slips on  - 95% cotton, 5% acrylic - Hand wash - Designer color: Debre Cream

Theodora striped cotton-blend midi dress

lemlem's 'Elina' kaftan has been woven from cotton-blend in Ethiopia by talented craftspeople who preserve the craft. Part of the label's 'Orchid Collection', it's striped with bright bursts of color and traced along the hem with hand-twisted fringing.Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skills and a brand that invests in communities and adheres to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our NET SUSTAIN criteria here.
- Multicolored cotton-blend - Slips on - 95% cotton, 5% acrylic - Hand wash or dry clean - Designer color: Zelele Orchid

Elina fringed striped cotton-blend kaftan

Fabric: Lightweight, non-stretch weave Stripe pattern Covered elastic waist with drawstring 100% cotton Hand wash Imported, Ethiopia

Safia Shorts

lemlem partners with a local Ethiopian studio, which employs skilled craftswomen who use traditional weaving techniques to create the brand's designs. Made from cotton, this 'Zina' dress is woven with a 'Tibeb' pattern along the straps and floaty hem. Wear yours as a coverup on vacation.Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skills and a brand that invests in communities and adheres to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our NET SUSTAIN criteria here.
- Red and white cotton - Slips on - 100% cotton - Hand wash or dry clean - Designer color: Tenesa Red

Zina cotton mini dress

The clothes throughout lemlem's 'Abeba' collection are carefully embroidered with a traditional Ethiopian pattern in a vibrant 'Sunshine Yellow' shade. This maxi dress is handmade from cotton-blend that cinches at the waist and falls to a tiered hem complete with a split and hand-twisted fringing.

Abeba fringed cotton-blend maxi dress

lemlem's 'Gigi' dress is designed in a floaty silhouett and has an alluring cutout and halter neckline. Wear yours with lace-up sandals or slides.

Gigi halterneck cutout printed LENZING™ ECOVERO™-blend midi dress

Fabric: Lightweight, non-stretch linen weave Elastic ruching at the waist Adjustable straps that can be worn as a cross-back or a halter Maxi length V neck Sleeveless On-seam side pockets 100% linen Unlined Dry clean Imported, Kenya

Gete Triangle Dress

lemlem's 'Rosa' dress will instantly put you in a vacation mood – layer yours over a bikini or elevate it with gold sandals and jewelry for dinner by the sea. It's been handmade in Ethiopia from a breezy cotton-blend and hand-woven with geometric motifs along the softly fringed hem.

Rosa fringed striped cotton-blend midi dress

lemlem's 'Eskedar' mini dress has been made in Ethiopia from lightweight cotton-blend gauze and patterned with colorful stripes and subtly woven with metallic yarns. It's designed in a tiered silhouette with slim shoulder ties. Slip yours on over a swimsuit while lounging poolside.

Eskedar tiered striped cotton-blend gauze mini dress

Nefasi striped cotton-blend gauze jumpsuit

LemLem’s 'Edna' maxi dress is patterned with bold color-block stripes – the 'Betami Azure' palette is inspired by traditional African textiles and indigo quilting. Hand-spun and woven by artisans in Ethiopia, it's made from panels of cotton and gathered at the front to cinch the billowy shape. Complement the deep V-neckline with a lariat chain.Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skills and a brand that invests in communities and adheres to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our NET SUSTAIN criteria here.
- Tonal-blue and cream cotton - Slips on - 100% cotton - Hand wash or dry clean

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