Introducing our collectible Wearable Art kimono series. The Art of Slow, artisanal luxury.
Naturally dyed from locally sourced plants and hand loomed over the course of 6 months by indigenous women from the forgotten island of Sumba using the rare Pahikung bamboo weaving technique.
At R Collective, we believe in the power of responsible luxury. We recognise that luxury should not come at the expense of the environment or the communities behind the products. That's why we have taken steps to ensure that our collectible jackets are not only beautiful, but also ethically made to last for a lifetime.
*Please note these are rare pieces, totally unique and one of a kind. Each design is delivered with a personalised storybook on the artist weavers culture Each part of the process supports local as well as indigenous communities in Indonesia, providing them with work and raw materials to continue and preserve this ancient sacred tradition.
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MADE BY THE PEOPLE FOR THE PEOPLE
“Defined by culture, tradition and ancient techniques”
Introducing the Pahikung One of a Kind Kimono series designed by Bex Manners for R collective. Also known as Songket, these textiles are ancestral to Sumba, Indonesia’s forgotten island’s nobility.
At R collective, we’ve collaborated with local communities to revive traditional weaving techniques, providing raw materials and using locally made plant dyes. These hand-loomed textiles are crafted over six months.
Pahikung textiles are sophisticated and technically demanding, woven on horizontal back tension looms with supplementary warps to create intricate geometric and zoomorphic designs, reflecting the island’s rich iconography.
These motifs encapsulate Sumbanese cultural beliefs, traditions, and values, symbolising wisdom, courage, renewal, and social identity.
We are proud to be a bridge and present you this hand-loomed, naturally dyed One Of a Kind series, supporting local communities and preserving ancient craft, embodying artisanal luxury.
“Pahikung textiles play a significant role in Sumbanese culture and traditions. They are more than just fabrics but are symbolic representations of the island’s rich history, beliefs and values.”
