SH-43
kala cotton haori shirt
For details on kala cotton, produced by KHAMIR, an NGO in Kutch, India, please click here . The raw cotton used for kala cotton is the original Helbacheum variety, which has not been bred, and is characterized by its very low environmental impact, as it does not require pesticides and requires only a small amount of water. The short-fiber raw cotton is spun by local machines and woven by artisans in local villages. The yarn is strongly twisted, giving it a natural texture = elasticity, so it naturally fits the body. The occasional random borders are created by changes in the fine yarn lots used in the handmade work, and are also one of the characteristics. This haori shirt is designed to be worn close to the skin, and the rectangular collar and triangular pattern inserted into the front body are based on kimonos (long kimonos). The sleeves have reverse cuffs, so the length can be adjusted to suit the wearer's preferences and the climate. In addition, all structural lines are sewn with folded seams by artisans with great care, making it a robust garment.
*Because we use hand-woven fabric, there are individual differences in size and texture. Please consider the weaving habits, knots in the thread, and pilling as part of the expression. As it is weaker than machine-woven fabric, please avoid excessive strain. We are also available to answer any questions you may have about care.
*Dyed in dark colors. Please avoid mixing with light colors to avoid color transfer. To prevent color fading, use a dry-cleaning detergent and dry in the shade. Due to post-production processing, the color and size of each item may vary slightly.
- Outer Fabric Blend Ratio
- 100% cotton
- Outer Fabric Material
- Gujarat, India
- Outer Fabric Spinning
- Gujarat, India
- Outer Fabric Weaving
- Gujarat, India (hand-woven)
- Finishing
- Higashiomi, Shiga
- Sewing
- Hyogo/Kobe
- Dyeing
- Tokyo/Bunkyo (dark blue/black)