Ebony Fruit Dyeing in the Mekong Delta " A fading tradition from Vietnam’s southern Mekong Delta region is given new life through Kilomet109 designs… Since 2016 Kilomet109 has been working with a family of artisans in Vietnam’s Mekong...
Beeswax Batik Drawing " Batik beeswax drawing is an ancient technique used to create patterns and motifs on dyed fabric… As part of Kilomet109’s most recent collections, Phiêu and Miên, we collaborated with artisans from the Blue H’mong...
Our materials: Indigo " Indigo dye is one of the world’s most recognizable and beloved pigments… In Vietnam, indigo dyeing has a legacy that stretches back centuries. Expertise is passed down from one generation to the next in many ethnic minority...
Our Materials: Yam Root " Yam root dye creates a beautiful range of colors. Finding the elusive root, however, is a challenge… Yam root grows wild on large tree vines which line the forest floor in jungle areas of northern Vietnam. During the dry season...
Why Hanoi is the Paris of Vietnam " Stylish travelers are flocking to the country’s capital to find chic, under-the-radar brands, writes Lucy Sexton for Harper’s Bazaar Our work was recently featured alongside other up and coming Hanoi brands in a...
