The late 1960s and early 1970s brought the height of popularity of the kaftan in mainstream fashion. Fashion icons such as Diana Vreeland and Elizabeth Taylor touted this dress as the most feminine fashion, and as “fashionable for the beautiful people”. This modern kaftan was inspired by the traditional kaftan of Morocco, where it has been worn for many centuries. Suggested fabrics include: Light to medium weight fabrics with good drape such as silk, cotton gauze, voile, lawn, silk/cotton blends, handkerchief linen, rayon challis, Tencel. Material Requirements Include: For 45" wide fabric: XS & SM - 4-1/2 yds; MD & LG - 5 yds; XL - 5-1/8 yds; 2XL & 3XL - 5-1/4 yds; For 60" fabric: XS, SM, & MD - 3-5/8 yds; LG - 3-3/4 yds; XL - 3-7/8 yds; 2XL & 3XL - 4-5/8 yds. Resort Kaftan pattern by Folkwear, Misses XS -3X.