Materials
Our Materials: Hemp
Hemp is one of the most versatile and socially significant plants in human history... With a genealogy that can be traced back to ancient Mesopotamia and China, hemp is believed to be the first plant used for weaving fabric to make clothes. Throughout much of Asia and...
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 communities. This includes well worn...
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 our team treks to these remote areas...