Made to Order
A piece made just for you
Want a traditional Afghan dress in your own size and colour? Ziva can make it to order or source something close — and many pieces can be hired for your event. Send your measurements and inspiration on WhatsApp or Instagram and we'll take it from there.
Ziva BoutiqueTraditional Afghan dresses & modestwear · Melbourne
Made just for you
Your size, your colour, your piece
Made to order at Ziva begins with a message, not a form. Tell us the piece you love, the colour you want and the occasion, send your measurements, and we'll make it to order — or source something as close as we can from our makers.
Hand embroidery, mirror and coin work, zari and sequins — all in the jewel tones of traditional Afghan dress. Prefer to wear it just for the night? Ask us about hiring a similar piece instead.
How it works
From first message to your door
Six simple steps, all over WhatsApp or Instagram — easy, personal and at the pace your piece needs.
Send us your idea
Message us on WhatsApp or Instagram with photos or inspiration, the colour you love and the occasion — wedding, henna, engagement or an evening out.
Share your measurements
Send your sizing and we'll guide you through exactly what to measure. Tell us the coverage and style you want, and we'll talk through what's possible.
We'll find your piece
We make it to order in your size and colour, or source something close from our artisans and family makers — whichever gets you the right piece.
Hand embroidery & work
Mirror work, coins, zari thread and sequins are worked into the cloth by hand, in the jewel tones of traditional Afghan dress.
Buy or hire
Take your finished piece home to keep, or hire it for your event. We'll let you know which makes sense for what you have in mind.
Posted to your door
Collected here in Melbourne or posted Australia-wide — wrapped with care and ready for your celebration.
The handwork
The craft behind your piece
Worked by hand
Mirror, coin and embroidery, placed one by one
This is where Afghan dress is at its most beautiful. Tiny mirrors, coins, zari thread and dense embroidery are worked into the cloth by hand, so the surface catches the light as you move — the craft of generations, made for your celebration.
Made to fit
Your size and colour, made right
Send your measurements and we'll make your piece to fit, or source one as close as we can. Choose your colour from the deep jewel tones of Afghan dress, and tell us the coverage and style you want — we'll guide you through every step over WhatsApp or Instagram.
The Ziva promise
Tell us what you're dreaming of, and we'll make it in your size and colour.
Your piece, your way
What we can make for you
Start from any of these and we'll help with the rest. Send your idea, your colour and your measurements, and we'll make it to order or hire you something close.
- Your size
- Made to fit you, or sourced as close as we can — send your measurements and we'll guide every step.
- Your colour
- Choose from the deep jewel tones of Afghan dress — emerald, garnet, sapphire, gold and more.
- Embroidery
- Hand embroidery worked across the cloth, in the density and pattern that suits your piece.
- Mirror & coin work
- Tiny mirrors and coins set by hand to catch the light as you move — the heart of kuchi style.
- Zari & sequin
- Gold and silver thread and sequin work for bridal, henna and evening pieces that shine.
- Buy or hire
- Keep your made-to-order piece, or arrange to hire a similar one for the night.
Made for you
Your size, your colour — your celebration.
Before you order
Made to order, answered
How far ahead should I order?
The earlier the better — hand-embroidered pieces take time to make or source. Message us with your event date and we'll tell you honestly if it's achievable.
Can you make a piece I've seen?
Send us your inspiration and we'll make something in your size and colour, or source a piece as close as we can to what you love.
How do I order?
There's no checkout or cart — just message us on WhatsApp or Instagram with your idea, colour and measurements, and we'll look after the rest.
Can I hire instead of buying?
Yes — many pieces can be hired for your event. Ask us and we'll let you know what's available to hire and what's best made to order. Please note: no refund or exchange.
Begin
Tell us about the piece you're dreaming of
Send your idea, colour, measurements and event date on WhatsApp or Instagram — we reply personally.