Indigenous Inspired Jacket

$1,183.10

This jacket was inspired by the silhouette of the jackets worn by the men in the indigenous tribes of the Philippines. The cuffs are adored with the Yakan Sinaluan weave which are carefully loomed by the women of the Yakan Tunnan tribe in Basilan in the Mindanao region of the Philippines. The geometric lines are reminiscent of their bamboo trees which signify their strength as a community.

  • Hand embroidered Baybayin phrase: translates to “Sa Wakas” in Tagalog or “At last in English.

  • Note: Outer fabric may differ from order to order due to limited deadstock fabric

  • Made to Order

This jacket was inspired by the silhouette of the jackets worn by the men in the indigenous tribes of the Philippines. The cuffs are adored with the Yakan Sinaluan weave which are carefully loomed by the women of the Yakan Tunnan tribe in Basilan in the Mindanao region of the Philippines. The geometric lines are reminiscent of their bamboo trees which signify their strength as a community.

  • Hand embroidered Baybayin phrase: translates to “Sa Wakas” in Tagalog or “At last in English.

  • Note: Outer fabric may differ from order to order due to limited deadstock fabric

  • Made to Order

Additional Information

Garment Composition

Outer fabric: Repurposed Upholstery fabric (donated at Collarts  - Unknown composition; synthetic blend)  

Lining: Repurposed Bedsheets (Reclaimed at local op shops - 100% Cotton) 

Embroidery Thread: Repurposed Bedsheets fabric (Reclaimed at local op shops - Unknown composition; synthetic blend) 

Oeko-Tex certified Cotton fusing: Sourced from Circular factory a Melbourne-based textile supplier - 100% Cotton

Yakan Sinaluan weave (60% Cotton 40% Polyester)

Garment Care Instructions

  • Gentle cold wash or hand wash only, let garment air dry

  • Do not tumble dry

 

Yakan Sinalulan weave - Sourced from Anthill Fabrics

★★★★★