Sarah's Silks Mermaid Tail Small Blossom

According to its details, this tail is a full-length 30 inch shape sewn from Jacquard silk, with an elastic waistband that stretches over a 20 to 27.5 inch waist to fit most five to seven year olds. The silky Blossom fabric drapes into a tail that swishes as a child moves.

Blossom is a soft, floral blend hand-painted onto the silk, leaning into gentle pinks and warm tones. Because the paint is applied by hand, the pattern differs slightly on each tail. It coordinates with the wider Blossom family so the tail, garlands, streamers and capes can be styled as a set.

It pairs with the matching Blossom garlands, streamers and capes for a fuller dress-up look. A child might wear the tail, throw a cape over the shoulders and wave a streamer while acting out a sea story. A play silk knotted as a top or head wrap ties the outfit together.

The tail is sewn from Jacquard silk, a smooth woven fabric that holds hand-painted color well and drapes softly. Its shape tapers from an elastic waist down to a full-length fin. The elastic is stitched into the waistband so the tail stays put during lively pretend play.

Hand-wash it in cool water with a mild soap, reshape it gently and hang it to dry out of direct sun. Keep it away from the machine, wringing and strong detergents, which can fade the hand-painted Blossom color. A medium iron can restore the silk's soft shine if needed.

Yes. Each Blossom tail is hand-painted, so the blend and placement of color shift a little on every piece. That means your tail will be a one-off rather than a copy of the photo. Slight differences in shade are a normal feature of hand-dyed silk, not a fault.