Celebrating our slow fashion ethos, Nora is an ode to the art of handmade. Beginning with four wood blocks intricately hand-carved to create two traditional floral designs, skilled artisans then use the blocks to slowly and carefully hand print delicate blue hues upon the softest cotton voile.
Size & fit
Runs small. Most size up.
Camilla is 165cm and wears S.
Fabric & care
100% Cotton.
100% Cotton Voile
Soft and airy, very light weight with a gentle, flowing feel. Semi-sheer with a fine, soft hand feel.
Hand wash cold, only when needed, and line dry. Each piece may vary slightly in colour, a natural part of making by hand.
Orders leave our Northern NSW warehouse within 1 to 3 business days.
Change-of-mind returns are accepted within 30 days of shipment for store credit, as a Daughters of India gift card. Pieces must be unworn, unwashed and with tags attached.
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Nora Mini Dress Aquamarine · C$374
Hand block printed
The making of Aquamarine
Hand block printing is a traditional artisan technique that uses hand-carved wooden blocks to print fabric by hand. Rooted in Indian craft traditions, the process is slow and highly skilled, beginning with carving wooden blocks and carefully preparing the fabric.
I absolutely love this dress. It works well as both an effortless sundress and dressed up for special evenings for events. I have worn this dress for two family photoshoots, and it is so versatile that it fit me perfectly during my third trimester when I was pregnant with my first son and I still love it 1. 5 years postpartum.
I loved this dress so much, I purchased it in aquamarine and primrose. It seems like there was a fabric change between aquamarine and primrose, since primrose seems a bit thicker. I preferred the old fabric since it was a tad bit lighter and more flowy than the latter but both dresses are staples in the spring - summer seasons.
Daughters of India
Thank you for your lovely review, and sharing your beautiful photos! xx
Virginia S. · Verified buyer · 26 August 2025
Most Beautiful Dresses
Love, love, love these dresses! I bought the Kyra and the Nora Mini dresses and the XS fit me perfectly. Thank you sooooooooo much. I am under 5’ and they both come to the middle of my knee. I do have two “suggestions” for future dresses. The Nora I just love because it is lined with a gauzy slip sewn into the skirt but would also love it to have side pocketsWhile the Kyra I love because it has side pockets but it isn’t linedThese are only suggestions because I love them anyway but if future dresses could be lined AND have pockets that would be ideal!
Daughters of India
Hello Lovely,Your kind words and support, it means the worlds to us!Thank you for taking the time to share your suggestions and feedback.Our Kyra dresses are designed without a slip, as we wanted to leave the flexibility of the garment up to the customer ~ many love the free flowing feeling whilst some may choose to wear a slip if desired. 💗🙏 We find it is truly personal preference.I will certainly pass on your suggestion to our team. Much Love, Daughters of India 💫🩵
Yui O. · Verified buyer · 6 November 2024
Just dreamy….
This is my second DOI purchase (first was a Kyra midi), and while I still adore my first, the Nora mini has become my fav for the summer! I’d been eyeing the Nora in primrose for some time but pink was just not my color, so I did a little happy dance when aquamarine came out:)I was worried about the length but it turned out good, just above the knees (I’m 152cm and bought an XS) so it’s perfect for a walk at the beach…. I feel so airy and free, like I’m not wearing anything. I’ve seen a few complaints with the other dresses concerning how they’re quite thin and see through, but I personally think that’s the appeal of DOI dresses; I wear shorts underneath if I’m in the city or I just slip the dresses over my swimsuit at the beach. Just FYI, the Nora does have lining but it is still quite see through if the light hits from behind you. Thank you DOI for another hit! Will be back for more♡
Daughters of India
We’re grateful for your feedback and thrilled you’re happy with your purchase. 💜
Arlene S. · Verified buyer · 30 September 2025
Nora Redux
This is my second Nora in mini. I’m kinda petite. . only 4’10” so the mini on me is perfect length. It hits beneath my knees. But more than the length I just love the design and how it has more room for the girls. I may be pint size in height but the girls are not. I have Kyra as well but my heart belongs to Nora!!
Daughters of India
Thank you so much for sharing 💕 We love hearing how beautifully the Nora fits you ~ it really is such a special design! So glad she’s won your heart 🤍✨
Irena · Verified buyer · 26 May 2025
A bit short
The material and pattern is great, but looking at the model on your page I was expecting the same length but instead arrived quite short, way too short for me. I would need to put trousers or leggings under this dress sadly.
Daughters of India
Hello Irena,Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the Dress did not meet your expectations. While our designs aim to be inclusive, we understand that each body is unique and may have specific fit preferences.We do offer a detailed sizing chart on every product page where you can compare your measurements to understand our sizing. If you would like to return your dress, you are most welcome to and can find our returns policy on our website here: https://www.daughtersofindia.net/policies/refund-policy. If you need further assistance with your order or have any concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at hello@daughtersofindia.net. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we're here to help in any way we can.💕 Much Love, Daughters of India 🙏
Charlie · Verified buyer · 2 June 2025
Gorgeous
I love this dress. I bought it for my pregnancy and it’s perfect. I got a size m and im a uk 10. I think I’ll wear it post pregnancy with a belt. It’s lined so no problems with being see through.
Ruslana · Verified buyer · 19 March 2026
My favourite dress!
It goes through all the stages of my life with such grace, pregnancy, nursing, before and after – simply beautiful, flattering, lightweight but also great craftsmanship – this dress withstands countless amount of washing through the years. Love xx
Daughters of India
Thank you for your review, and sharing your beautiful photo! We're so very glad your Nora Mini Dress was perfect for pregnancy and nursing 💕
Keryl · Verified buyer · 13 January 2025
Nora Mini Dress
Third time lucky!After 2 previous attempts I found the style and fit for my petite frame and height. The XS Nora fits perfectly across my shoulders and the way the fabric falls from under the bust line doesn't make me look way bigger than I am. The real deciding factor was the lining. Having tried and returned the unlined styles I will be sticking to those with lining. Please consider making this style in the midi length as the maxi is way too long for my height.
Daughters of India
Your feedback means the world to us. Thank you for choosing our brand! 💐
L · Verified buyer · 3 October 2024
Nora mini size S
Bought this as soon as it was released as I have the pink Nora mini. Absolutely gorgeous as expected. I'm 160cm and it falls above the knee with a 92cm bust and the size S was spot on.
Daughters of India
Hello lovely,Thank you for your lovely review😊 We’re so happy to hear that the Nora Mini met your expectations again ~ how wonderful to have both the primrose and the Aquamarine in your collection 💖 It’s great to know the size S was a perfect fit for you, and we appreciate you sharing those helpful details.Your love and support mean the world to us.With love,Daughters Of India
Ally · Verified buyer · 23 May 2025
Nora mini xs
Perfect length. I’m 166 and bought xs. Still loose on the bodice. Lovely dress. My 9th one. Love all of my dress.
Daughters of India
Thank you for your kind review. We hope you feel amazing in your new dress! ❣️
Sandra J. · Verified buyer · 19 February 2025
Stunning Nora Mini
The customer service was exceptional and the product is beautiful. The Nora mini is just the perfect dress. The fine fabric flows beautifully and is fully lined. The middle section is designed to create shape around the waist and the print is adorable. 💙🤍💙
Daughters of India
We appreciate your kind words! Thank you for sharing your love with us. We hope you have many magical moments in this special piece xx Sending Love, Daughters Of India Team 🩵
Fran A. · Verified buyer · 25 November 2024
Absolutely Beautiful
The most divine dress! Fits and flows beautifully! I’m a petite size 6 and the XS in this dress was perfect!
Christina A. · Verified buyer · 25 October 2024
another gorgeous DOI creation
I love the aquamarine color in this Nora dress, so fresh. I bought a size S - same as with the Nora noir. My Kyra dresses I bought M. The Nora is a different cut and fits and falls beautifully, to my knee, and is lined. Great customer service as always - thank you <3
Daughters of India
Your positive feedback encourages us to keep creating. Thank you! 💓
Jaime E. · Verified buyer · 2 May 2025
Love love love it
Beautiful and so flirty and flowy. I love that this one is lined as the fabric is thin. I like the lower bust line and all the buttons. Just beautiful.
Kenzi H. · Verified buyer · 8 March 2025
Everyday go-to dress
I love this dress. It’s effortless, loose, flowy & comfortable fit is perfect for every day & is easy to dress up or down. I wore this dress to my baby shower & for my maternity photo shoot. It was a perfect dress while I was expecting & I still love it after losing my baby weight. I’m just waiting for the other colors to come back in stock!
Daughters of India
We’re grateful for your feedback and thrilled you’re happy with your purchase. 💜
Priscilla H. · Verified buyer · 20 February 2025
Gorgeous
Absolutely stunning dress. I’ve worn it and gotten a lot of compliments. I went for M could have gone for S too but wanted a bit more length and the M is prefect for me.
Daughters of India
Thank you for supporting ethical fashion and for your lovely review! 💙
Liz M. · Verified buyer · 21 January 2025
Nora mini aquamarine
I really love this dress and the colour. Very comfy, attractive and flowy - perfect for me size M (Aus 12)
Daughters of India
Thanks for choosing us and for the awesome review. We appreciate it!
Anna M. · Verified buyer · 21 December 2024
Lovely
Even as a lady with boobs this dress is lovely and doesn’t make me look pregnant. The internal voile means it hold its structure without being hot. It’s perfect for those really hot days. I would also recommend for wearing in Bali.
Daughters of India
We’re thrilled you found a piece you love. Thank you for your review! Much love 💝
Kristy · Verified buyer · 17 December 2024
Stunning
Love love love this dress! Beautiful soft cotton and lining, very flattering cut for larger busts. The elastic gathers on the sleeves are very comfortable. Really happy with my purchase!
Daughters of India
We're so happy the dress met your expectations! Thank you for sharing.
Kate · Verified buyer · 13 December 2024
Beautiful Dress
Let me start by saying I am not typically an on line shopper. But then I saw a photo of the Nora mini dress in aquamarine, loved it, dithered for a ridiculous amount of time, then finally bought it. It is the most beautiful dress - the colour, the fabric, the style, the fit (the size guide was spot on). Living in far North Queensland, this pretty dress is simply perfect. I have just purchased the Sita maxi dress in violet. No dithering this time! Thank you DOI x
Daughters of India
Hi Kate, thank you for sharing! We are so pleased to hear and truly appreciate your love and support 💗
Regiane · Verified buyer · 3 December 2024
Perfect summer dress for every occasion
I’m always complicated to find the right dress . . not too short, not too long, with sleeves, and a v cut. just perfect! The only thing is that I have the maxi dress version in small and this making I found it’s a bit smaller than the maxi dress. I haven’t use it yet and I wish I could returned for M but I have passed the days of return policy.
Daughters of India
Hi Regiane, thank you for your feedback, we are sorry to hear the sizing doesn't feel perfect for your Nora Mini Dress. If the dress is still unworn, unwashed and with tags attached, Please reach out to our Customer Service team directly with details of the sizing differences to enquire if you are still able to return despite being outside of the return window. They will be more than happy to assist you 💛
Michaela B. · Verified buyer · 6 November 2024
The dress is awesome
It is a great dress. I went for the small size and it is slightly too tight around my chest but still loose. One just has to be gentle when you take it off. But the fabric is great, it feels great on my body and awesome for super hot days when you want to protect your skin from the sun yet you may enter space that is air-conditioned and this dress protects you from the cold. . . good buy
Daughters of India
We're so pleased the dress met your expectations. Thank you for sharing!
Renu C. · Verified buyer · 2 November 2024
Nice beautiful blue dress!
Very easy to wear to anywhere, love it! I am 5. 4 high and 54 kg. Size S fits perfect!
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Agnieszka J. · Verified buyer · 9 August 2026
I have several dresses from this company… I love them all! But this one is special / it had the most delicate fabric of all.
It is so breezy! I feel “mystical”. . love the color too. I use it for my summer beach days.
Daughters of India
Thank you so much for your beautiful review! We’re delighted to hear your Nora Mini ~ Aquamarine has become a special favourite. It sounds perfect for dreamy summer beach days! 🌊✨
Bianca · Verified buyer · 28 May 2025
This is my second DOI dress and I am in love. The details of the Nora mini are exquisite and the mini length is perfect for hot summer weather. I prefer lining, so the Jasmine and Nora styles have been my favorite so far.
Christine E. · Verified buyer · 19 March 2025
An absolute dream of a dress!
The Nora Mini Dress in Aquamarine is absolutely stunning! The fit is perfect, the material is gorgeous, and it makes me feel so feminine and pretty, even in my 50s! This is my fourth DOI dress, and I’m just waiting for the same style in Primrose to be available so I can add it to my collection. Can’t wait for summer to be here so I can wear it!
Tracy G. · Verified buyer · 14 January 2025
1010
10/10 for comfort. Lightweight & lined not too short. Love it Thankyou.
Daughters of India
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We’re so glad you’re pleased! ✨
Natalie V. · Verified buyer · 2 November 2024
Beautiful Blue
Beautiful colour, relaxed floaty fit with ample room in the bust. Beautifully made.
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Belinda B. · Verified buyer · 24 October 2024
Love my Nora mini dress
I recently purchased the Aquamarine Nora mini dress. The fabric is beautiful and soft. The fit is perfect as I have a large bust. Highly recommend this beautiful dress.
Jhonelle K. · Verified buyer · 11 June 2025
I love it!
This dress gets multiple compliments from other ladies when I wear it!And it’s so cool and comfy!I’m so glad I bought it, and that my daughter recommended your website!
Lidia · 11 January 2025
Beautiful dress
I just got my Nora dress in black today and I love it absolutely gorgeous I also have 2 mini Kyra and 1 midi but Nora is my favorite I just wish you can make Nora midi dress not only maxi I'm afraid maxi will be to long I'm 5. 5 and Med for mini and Sm for maxi
Daughters of India
We're so happy the dress met your expectations! Your feedback means the world to us.Thank you for sharing.
Maria B. · Verified buyer · 19 July 2025
Comfy but not flattering at all
The fabric is very soft and comfy but not flattering at all. I will keep it because I cant return it and i cant find another dress in my sizw to exchange it.
Safa H. · Verified buyer · 15 October 2025
Pretty Dress
I love the color and style. Very comfortable to wear. I wish it had pockets (hence the 4 stars)!
Daughters of India
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your kind words and feedback with us. 💫🩵
Marika H. · Verified buyer · 29 July 2025
Wonderful
It is a lovely dress to wear, soft fabric and beautiful print. Maybe a little too short but I love it
Daughters of India
Thank you so much! We're so glad you're enjoying the softness and beauty of the dress Noted on the length - we truly appreciate your feedback!
Lisa · Verified buyer · 8 June 2025
Beautiful
Absolutely stunning dress. Cool and comfortable. Easy to dress up or down. Love it. Size M
Daughters of India
Thank you so much for sharing your kind words with us! We hope you feel amazing in your absolutely stunning dress!Much Love, Daughters of India 🩵
Judith · Verified buyer · 25 May 2025
Love it, size m perfect fit, looks great on
Helen H. · Verified buyer · 10 February 2025
😍 Nora mini 😍
😍 Love the Nora mini . . I’ve gotten sooo many complements . . I sized up for this one so it isn’t a short 😍
Daughters of India
We’re so happy to hear that you love your dress. Thank you for your review! 👯♀️
Nora B. · Verified buyer · 25 January 2025
2 beautiful dresses
I bought the Nora mini aquamarine dress. I love it although I feel it is a bit short for me. I will wear it in winter with tights, boots and a jacket as I feel it looks better on me like that. I then purchased the midi fuchsia bloom dress which is fantastic. The colour and feel of the dress is amazing. I will definitely be back to buy more.
Daughters of India
We appreciate your support for slow fashion and your wonderful review.
Leannette R. · Verified buyer · 14 January 2025
Le’annette
This is my absolute favourite Daughter’s of India dress. I love the colour and it’s so comfortable to wear. So many people have commented on the flow and femininity of the dress. I particularly love that it has a cotton lining. 🩵🩵🩵🩵
Daughters of India
We’re glad to hear the dress is perfect for you. Thanks for your review! 💕
Paula R. · Verified buyer · 6 January 2025
Beautiful garment
Wore this Christmas day and everyone commented on the dress. It was lovely and cool, fabulous color and a great fit. Beautifully made just exquisite. Thank you for making such a wonderful garment. My sister in law has also ordered one. .
Daughters of India
Hello Paula,Thank you so much for your beautiful feedback! 💛 We’re so happy to hear that your dress made Christmas day extra special and that it received so many lovely compliments. It’s wonderful to know you found it cool, comfortable, and a perfect fit ~ it's what we hope for with every garment we create.We’re so grateful for your kind words and for sharing the love with your sister-in-law too! We hope she adores her dress just as much. 😊Warmest wishes,Daughters Of India
Allisa O. · Verified buyer · 21 December 2024
Nora Mini Dress - Aquamarine
This is my first Daughters of India dress and yes I’m in love with the look, softness and comfort. It’s the most comfortable dress I’ve ever worn, softness light and floaty. I’ve already brought another one, and now waiting for more colours to become available in the Nora mini and I’ll get another one X
Daughters of India
We’re so happy to hear that you love your dress. Thank you for your review! 👯♀️
Greta S. · Verified buyer · 13 December 2024
My third purchase!
Love it! The colour is amazing and I love that this dress has buttons. It’s flowy and flattering.
Daughters of India
Thank you for choosing our designs! We hope you enjoy wearing your dress. 💚
Belinda B. · Verified buyer · 14 November 2024
Nora Mini dress
Absolutely love this dress. Very light material and so feminine. I especially like the neckline- not too low. The whole shopping experience has been extremely positive.
Daughters of India
Your review brightened our day! Thank you for choosing us.
Julianne K. · Verified buyer · 3 November 2024
Everyone Loves These!
My husband and sons laugh because every time I wear a Daughters of India dress (I have 5) I get compliments on it! Women literally stop me in the street to tell me how much they love my dress. I always tell them about DOI and then let them feel how soft the material is. . . like a dream! Nora Minidress is so pretty. Beautiful shades of blue and I love the cut with buttons!
Daughters of India
Your support means the world to us. Thanks for choosing us and sharing the love! ✨🩵
Vicki M. · Verified buyer · 1 November 2024
Gorgeous, Feminine
This is a beautiful dress. So feminine and perfect for hot summers here in Australia. Even though I bought a small it drapes beautifully and very flattering. I will be purchasing more. Thank you Daughters of India.
Daughters of India
Thanks so much for your kind words lovely! Much Love 💛
Ingrid M. · Verified buyer · 13 June 2025
Very nice dresses
Very soft and comfortable dresses. Quick delivery!
Daughters of India
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely review, and kind words with us! 🩵
Carin · 10 March 2025
So pretty. . . . gorgeous dress!
Very pretty, love the fabric and flowing feeling of the dress. Quick delivery and great customer service. Thank you!
Jo M. · Verified buyer · 8 July 2025
Live love love
This dress is beyond pretty. Fit is perfect and I fell a million dollars in it (I’m 50 years old and no model)
Daughters of India
Thank you for sharing ~ We love hearing how good this special dress made you feel. Wishing you many more magical moments in this dress.With love,Daughters Of India
Victoria S. · Verified buyer · 27 June 2025
Лёгкое нежное платье, рекомендую всем ,кто любит комфорт. Отличное качество и быстрая доставка. Благодарю.
Daughters of India
Thank you so much for recognising the beauty in handmade, sustainable clothing. 🪷
Maarja · Verified buyer · 12 June 2025
Absolutely wonderful!
Just love it! The Nora mini dress, its so comfy, light and beautiful :)
Daughters of India
We’re overjoyed that you love your dress. Thank you for sharing! 🥳