Fabric, colour & print

01Colour & shade

We photograph every Ceryn piece in carefully controlled light and edit images to look as close to real life as possible. Even so, colour can appear slightly different on your phone or laptop because every screen displays colour differently, and because daylight, warm light and studio light all change how a fabric looks.

Fabrics dyed in different batches may also differ very slightly in shade. These variations are natural and are not considered a defect.

02Print placement & patterns

Prints, stripes, checks and motifs are cut from large lengths of fabric, so the exact position of a flower, stripe or motif on your piece may differ from the one in the photos. Stripes and checks may not match perfectly at every seam. This is a normal part of garment production and does not affect the quality of your piece.

03Texture, shimmer & sheen

Many of our fabrics have a finish that changes with light. Linen blends show gentle weave lines, shimmer and tissue fabrics sparkle more in some light than others, satin and silk blends have a soft sheen, and sheer chiffon looks lighter or darker depending on what is worn underneath. These qualities give each fabric its character and are not flaws.

04Hand prints & hand-painted lines

Some Ceryn styles are hand printed or carry hand-drawn lines. Because they are made by hand, no two pieces are exactly alike: you may notice slight differences in line thickness, spacing, colour depth or small smudges. This is the charm of handwork and is not considered a defect.

05Embroidery, lace & embellishments

Chain embroidery, lace, cutwork, pintucks and other embellishments may have slight irregularities in thread tension, spacing or placement. Lace patterns may sit slightly differently on each piece. Small loose threads can be trimmed carefully.

06Measurements & fit

Garment measurements on our size charts are approximate and may vary by up to about 1 inch due to the nature of fabric, cutting and finishing. Each style has its own size chart on the product page — please check it before ordering, and see our Size Guide for how to measure yourself.

07Dyes & colour bleeding

Deep and bright shades (such as black, navy, wine, maroon and fuchsia) may release a little excess dye in the first few washes. Always wash dark and bright colours separately in cold water, and do not soak them. Follow our Fabric Care Guide to keep colours rich for longer.

08Shrinkage

Natural fibres like cotton and linen, and rayon, can shrink slightly after washing, especially in warm water or a dryer. Wash in cold water and dry in the shade to minimise this.

09Stretch, free size & elasticated styles

Lycra palazzos, elasticated waistbands and free-size kaftans are designed to stretch or drape to fit a range of body shapes, so the flat measurement of the garment may be smaller or larger than the size it fits. Free-size kaftans comfortably fit up to XXL (44 inch bust). Please read the fit note on each product page.

10What counts as a genuine defect

The natural variations described above are not defects. Genuine defects include holes, tears, stains, a broken zip or button, a missing piece of the set, or receiving the wrong item. If you receive a defective item, message us within 7 days of delivery with your 360° unboxing video and we will make it right, as per our Returns, Exchange & Refund Policy.