kantha vintage vest with sleeves meena

€109
A heritage vest
Meet the most versatile and circular Kantha Vintage vest made using old vintage Indian sarees. Each piece is unique just like you. This style is reversible and can be worn on both sides. This comes in one size (fits upto EU48/UK20/US18). If you would like to get it customized as per your measurements that’s possible too. You can sign up to be notified about our drops. Shipped in 3 to 4 weeks.

Elevate your wardrobe with our one-of-a-kind Kantha Vintage Vests from the "Waste to Wonder" collection. Why settle for ordinary when you can revitalize the elegance of the past? Our vests are crafted using recycled sarees and vintage fabrics, making each piece as unique as you are. Plus, enjoy the convenience of pockets on both sides, perfect for essentials.

Versatile and Stylish Experience the flexibility of multi-way styling with these innovative jackets. Whether you wear it inside out or outside in, our Kantha Vintage Vest complements any outfit—pair it with jeans for a casual look, a dress for an evening out, or a skirt as a statement piece. The added pockets enhance functionality without sacrificing style.

One-of-a-Kind Artistry Each vest in our collection is a masterpiece, individually hand-stitched by skilled artisans through the traditional Kantha technique. This centuries-old craft involves repurposing old fabric to breathe new life into each garment. Not just a vest, but a piece of history and art that is exclusively yours—once it’s gone, it’s gone for good!

About the photos

Every Kantha vest is a one-of-a-kind piece, which makes it challenging to show models wearing each unique item. To help you visualize how these vest look when worn, we'll regularly add photos featuring diverse women sporting various styles. Please remember: The Vest you receive will be the one shown in the product images.

Have questions? We're here to help! Just send us a message at support@fifthorigins.com or send us a message on WhatsApp - you can see the icon on the screen. 

Vlada (one with red hair) wears M, height - 170 cm ; Denise wears XL, height 165cm 

Inclusive Fit Designed to embrace diversity, the Kantha Vintage Jacket comfortably fits up to EU48/UK20/US18.  If you have further questions, please contact our support team at support@fifthorigins.com or send us a message on WhatsApp by clicking on the icon on your screen.

Own a Piece of Heritage Don’t miss the chance to own a vest that’s as distinct as your personality. Each jacket not only tells a story but is a testament to sustainable fashion practices. Shop now and invest in a garment that carries a legacy of artisan craftsmanship and environmental care, with the practicality of pockets to keep your belongings secure.

Material

Made from 100% recycled cotton sarees and traditional lungis.

Size

Reversible Kantha Vest with sleeves is made to fit diverse body types and comes in one size. If you are unsure if the Vest will fit you will fit you, chat with us on WhatsApp and we will be happy to assist you further.

  • Length - 54 cm / 21 inches
  • Sleeve length - 50 cm / 19.6 inches
  • Chest (full open) - 120cm/ 47.5 inches
  • Fits upto size EU48/UK20/US18

Customisation - Did you know that you can customise the vest as per your measurements? Yes, we offer customisation service. For more information about this please message on WhatsApp – Click here or email us at support@fifthorgins.com

Care Instructions for Lasting Elegance

To keep your garment looking its best, wash only if necessary. Steaming is an excellent alternative to refresh its appearance without the wear and tear of washing. If washing is needed, please use the handwash cycle of your washing machine. After washing, lay the item flat to dry to preserve the shape and fabric integrity. By following these simple steps, you'll extend the life and maintain the beauty of your garment.

Kantha: Old Sarees, New Stories

Ever wonder what happens to beautiful old sarees in India? In Sikra village and other small villages in West Bengal and bodering Bangladesh, they get a second life through the age-old Kantha technique.

Here's how it works: Hawkers collect vintage sarees from all over India. These sarees are then layered (at least 4-5 layers) to first make quilts. It's usually done by groups of women who sit together, chatting and stitching, turning these old fabrics into pieces of art. Their nimble fingers create patterns that tell stories - of tradition, of their village, of the fabric's past life.

Once they're done, our tailors step in, shaping these stitched-up saree quilts into wearable art. It's slow fashion at its best - and the best part? Every piece is unique, just like you.

When you wear our Kantha pieces, you're not just looking good. You're wearing someone's labor of love, supporting a village, and giving new life to old cloth. Pretty cool, right?

So next time someone compliments your jacket, you'll have quite a story to tell!

Welcome to Fifth Origins! I'm Sindhu, founder of our vibrant, women-led and run community, Fifth Origins. Thanks for diving into our world of revolutionary fashion. Here at Fifth Origins, every piece you pick not only turns heads but also casts a powerful vote for a fairer fashion future—from our beloved Mother Nature to the skilled artisans crafting each item.

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We ship worldwide*

Every piece is made in small batches and mindfully handmade by skilled artisans.

Ready to be shipped. (unless mentioned in the description above.) Once the product is shipped, we cannot cancel or make any changes in the order.

We ship worldwide using different carrier partners:


Country/ Region

Carrier Partner

Delivery timeline

US, CA, AU, CH, UK

DHL, Express I UPS I PostNL

3-7 days I 2-4 weeks

EU

DHL Express I UPSI DPD

3-7 days

Norway, Russia, Ukraine, Greece

PostNL

3-4 weeks

*Price is not inclusive of the customs duty and government taxes. It is the responsibility of the customer.

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Trusted Production Chain (TPCTM)

handmade by women artisans in Bengal and Bangladesh

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AM
01/22/2025
Anne M.
United States
I recommend this product

Absolutely gorgeous piece

Absolutely gorgeous piece. Almost like a piece of art. Wore to church yesterday and wore to my daughters and son-in-law’s baby reveal. So many compliments! It’s warm, heavy, really exceptionally made and detailed. I really love it. So excited to wear it work! Love it! Really well made and simply beautiful!

CR
01/13/2025
Chloe R.
United Kingdom
I recommend this product

Highly recommended!

Wonderful experience and a beautiful jacket Wonderful experience getting a ‘surprise me’ kantha jacket! Really personal approach, with a video call to get to know me and my style then sending me a few options. I’ve ended up with a beautiful jacket, unique to me, sustainably made from recycled saris and made by fairly paid skilled artisans.

Fifth Origins kantha vintage vest with sleeves meena Review
RR
12/31/2024
Ruth R.
United States

Absolutely Love!

I am a big fan of all of the kantha products, but the sleeveless vests are by far the most versatile for me. I now own two of them. One for light colored outfits with white piping and one for darker colored outfits with black piping. And because they are reversible, I have 4 vests! They have lovely pockets on both sides which are good for small items like chapstick or a small wallet or keys. I find these so useful as I can put a wallet on the inside pocket to keep it safer and my chapstick in the outside pocket. They are not quite big enough for your phone to be secure, but I have other pockets on my clothes for that. The patterns are all so unique it is hard to choose. I am still on the lookout for my rainbow colored one and will keep looking at all the future drops. One suggestion for a possible future product …a tunic or long version of the sleeveless vests. I personally would love something like this.

Fifth Origins kantha vintage vest with sleeves meena Review
AR
12/30/2024
Annemarijn R.
Netherlands
I recommend this product

Beautiful.

I was wearing my kantha jacket and my rewool reversible shawl out to lunch today with my father and sister. The jacket was in my closet for a long time, I didn’t like the fit at the back and it was hard to match with other items in my wardrobe. But today was the day I put the right outfit together. Please don’t mind the dirty mirror: I blame my kids 😉.

JB
12/17/2024
Janina B.
Germany
I recommend this product

so happy I bought it 🤗

I just got the best kind of post: Fifth Origins post 🤗 I loooove this zari jacket and I am so happy I bought it 🤗 Everything was perfect!

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CM
12/09/2024
catrin m.
United States
I recommend this product

Love my Jacket

Excellent! I am delighted with my beautiful new jacket.

AM
12/04/2024
Anne M.
United States
I recommend this product

What a wonderful surprise!

What a wonderful surprise! The items came so well package and in a beautiful fabric bag for the person I’m gifting this too. This company is great to work with and the owner is fantastic and I will defiantly buy again.

C
11/23/2024
Catherine SVG verified by SHOP
Switzerland

Gorgeous elegant piece I love it a lot. 🤩❤️😃✨✨👍�✅🤩

AZ
11/11/2024
Astrid Z.
Germany
I recommend this product

Beautiful

So Beautiful. My new Coat

Fifth Origins kantha vintage vest with sleeves meena Review
AZ
11/11/2024
Astrid Z.
Germany
I recommend this product

Love it..

My new coat. 😍 I love the pink side. 💖💖💖