Lemlem Dresses

LemLem was founded by supermodel Liya Kebede to preserve the work of local artisans. For Resort '17, this 'Berhan' dress is hand-woven from featherweight cotton-gauze with a baby-pink and white ombré pattern – it's reminiscent of the African sky on a clear summer day, says the label. Wear yours as a coverup at the beach or with the slip lining and braided belt for daytime. Wear it with: Ancient Greek Sandals Sandals, Kayu Pouch, Chan Luu Bracelet, Arme De L'Amour Rings. -- Baby-pink and white cotton-gauze - Tie-fastening keyhole at front - 100% cotton - Hand wash

EXCLUSIVELY AT SAKS FIFTH AVENUE; Shoulder-skimming striped dress with knotted fringe trim; Hand-woven; Off-the-shoulder neckline; Short sleeves; Fringe at cuffs and hem; Pullover style; About 28" from shoulder to hem; Cotton/acrylic; Dry clean; Imported; Model shown is 5'10" (177cm) wearing size Small.

Mixed pattered dress with fringe accented skirt; Ruffled elasticized round neckline; Three-quarter raglan sleeves; Ruffled cuffs; Tiered skirt; About 47" from shoulder to hem; Cotton/acrylic; Dry clean; Imported; Model shown is 5'10" (177cm) wearing size Small.

Multihued stripes adorn this fringe trimmed dress; Spaghetti straps; Scoopneck; Sleeveless; Gathered drop waist; Pullover style; Fringed hem; About 33" from shoulder to hem; Dry clean; Imported; Model shown is 5'10" (177cm) wearing size Small.

Luna blue, white, grey and yellow off-the-shoulder cotton dress by Lemlem

Tabtab multicoloured checked sleeveless cotton dress by Lemlem

LemLem fans know the collections shouldn't be reserved for vacation - model and founder Liya Kebede incorporates the pieces into her everyday wardrobe. This 'Adia' dress is hand-woven from striped cotton-blend gauze and has an elasticated waist to temper the loose fit. Accessorize yours with slides and a straw tote. Wear it with: Nannacay Tote, Ancient Greek Sandals Slides, Kenneth Jay Lane Ring, Natasha Schweitzer Earrings, Chan Luu Bracelet. -- Multicolored cotton-blend gauze - Slips on - 95% cotton, 5% acrylic - Hand wash

Embroidered designs lend an eclectic feel to this crisp, drop-waist Lemlem dress. Bishop sleeves with elastic cuffs. V neckline. Lined. Fabric: Organdy. 100% silk. Hand wash or dry clean. Imported, Kenya. Measurements Length 1: 32.25in / 82cm, from shoulder to front hem Length 2: 34.75in / 88cm, from shoulder to back hem Measurements from size S

Blue stripe tunic dress from Lemlem featuring a round neck, a cut out detail, cap sleeves, an empire line silhouette, a gathered design, an a-line smock shape and vertical stripes.

Off-the-shoulder dress with frayed details; Elasticized off-the-shoulder neckline; Short sleeves with frayed cuffs; Pullover style; Frayed hem; About 28" from shoulder to hem; Cotton/acrylic; Dry clean; Imported; Model shown is 5'10" (177cm) wearing size Small.

Pleated skirt, striped pattern uplift this breezy dress; Spaghetti straps; Square neckline; Pleated skirt; Side fringed slit; Pullover style; About 45" from shoulder to hem; Cotton/acrylic; Dry clean; Imported; Model shown is 5'10" (177cm) wearing size Small.

Ruffled strapless dress converts to chic maxi skirt; Straight neckline; Strapless; Ruffles at front and hem; Front slit; Pullover style; About 38" from bust to hem; Cotton/tencel; Dry clean; Imported; Model shown is 5'10" (177cm) wearing size Small.

Cotton-blend slip dress with vertical stripes; Scoopneck; Sleeveless; Open back; About, 46" from shoulder to hem; Cotton/acrylic; Hand wash; Imported; Model shown is 5'10" (177cm) wearing size Small.

Cool dress with cheerful stripes exudes elegance; Spaghetti straps; Scoopneck; Gathered waist; Pullover style; Fringed hem; About 33" from shoulder to hem; Cotton/acrylic; Dry clean; Imported; Model shown is 5'10" (177cm) wearing size Small.

Assaman multicoloured cotton-blend striped dress by Lemlem

Mamo multicoloured cotton maxi dress by Lemlem

Makari blue cotton minidress by Lemlem

Mwali Poet Dress in blue, yellow and white. by Lemlem

Mbali grey cotton and silk dress by Lemlem

Edna navy and white embroidered kaftan by Lemlem

Makena yellow cotton minidress by Lemlem

Grey cotton-silk blend pleated detail dress from Lemlem.

White cotton blend striped short dress from Lemlem.

Grey cotton-silk blend pleated trim V neck dress from Lemlem.

Sunset cotton striped flared dress from Lemlem.

White cotton striped long dress from Lemlem.

Blue, yellow and white cotton-blend striped off-shoulder dress from Lemlem.

Yellow cotton off shoulder dress from Lemlem.

Blue cotton off shoulder dress from Lemlem.

Keep your cool on hot-weather breaks with Lemlem's Addis dress. It's handwoven from semi-sheer textured cotton and features a tonal-blue and grey striped design. Layer it over a bikini and cinch in the breezy silhouette with the waist tie.

Lemlem's Liya Kebede is on a mission to celebrate the traditional craftsmanship of her native Ethiopia. This grey blue and cream striped Almaz dress is traditionally woven from pure cotton by the local craftspeople and detailed with an elasticated waistband and raw frayed edges. Slip it over a bikini on vacation and style with a pompom-trimmed tote.

Liya Kebede celebrates the traditional crafts of her native Ethiopia with the ethically-minded Lemlem. This white cotton-blend gauze Addis cover-up is handwoven by Ethiopian artisans with horizontal grey stripes and a raw hem. The skinny shoulder straps and waist-cinching tie make it sharp enough to wear into town - just add white leather sandals.

LEMLEM 3/4 length dresses. plain weave, stripes, v-neckline, sleeveless, no appliqués, no pockets, trapeze dress. 85% Cotton, 15% Acrylic

LEMLEM Short dresses. knitted, lightweight sweater, two-tone pattern, round collar, sleeveless, fringe, no pockets, unlined, no fastening, tube dress. 100% Cotton

LEMLEM 3/4 length dresses. plain weave, fringe, stripes, round collar, short sleeves, no pockets, unlined, no fastening, dress. 75% Cotton, 25% Rayon

LEMLEM 3/4 length dresses. plain weave, no appliqués, stripes, deep neckline, short sleeves, no pockets, no fastening, unlined, dress. 85% Cotton, 15% Acrylic

LEMLEM Long dresses. plain weave, fringe, stripes, deep neckline, short sleeves, no pockets, inner shorts, no fastening, dress. 85% Cotton, 15% Acrylic

The artisan-driven collections of lemlem are made entirely in Africa. The label’s founder Liya Kebede was inspired by the craftsmanship and local weavers she encountered following a trip to her native Ethiopia. This Tabtab slip dress is hand-woven from cotton-rich gauze that’s lightweight and vividly patterned. The scoop neck is suspended from spaghetti straps and falls loosely to a hand-twisted fringed hem. lemlem cotton-blend dress Slips on Scoop neck, sleeveless, ruched armholes, loose-fit, all-over hand-woven embroidered pattern, sheer panels, frayed trims 85% cotton, 15% acrylic Hand wash cold True to size Size small: Length 51" Hand made in Ethiopia

Supermodel Liya Kebede's fresh, easy sense of style has long been coveted, and thankfully she's given us all the chance to channel her look with the launch of her label, lemlem . Celebrating African craft and design - some of the most unique in the world - the label helps empower women in every sense, hiring workers and creating beautiful pieces like the Mamo maxi dress . Freeing cotton-blend gauze forms a flowing shape, with ruched seams puckering the candy stripes as they fall towards the hem. lemlem cotton-blend gauze maxi dress Slips on Scoop neck, spaghetti straps, sleeveless, all-over stripe print, tiered skirt with ruched seams 95% cotton, 5% acrylic Hand wash cool True to size Size small: Length 60" Made in Ethiopia

Shift cover up dress with v-neckline, stripe prints and hand-twisted fringe lines on the hem.