Decolonising our bodies and mindscapes, the collection evokes discovering and reclaiming aspects of the Self by finding and joining the puzzle pieces of our identities to find a story within. They reclaim the space of abstract art as we take inspiration from tantric art, a geometrical and spiritual art indigenous to Rajasthan. The pieces are playful and kindle childlike curiosity in the wearer, challenging them to decipher their true selves in uncharted territories. They are designed to instil a spirit of an investigation into our bodies, our hearts and our psyche to find our one true home- our sanctuary- within and without.
At IRO IRO, they have found ourselves specializing in the Indian method of pattern-cutting (which is zero-waste) within a context that documents indigenous techniques of the past and makes them relevant for today and sustainable for the future. Evoking playfulness and childhood nostalgia, IRO IRO designs do-it-yourself zero- waste puzzles that allow you to create your own IRO IRO products.
Paheli
Evoking nostalgia of playing with clay, button it yourself jacket allows you to create it and style it making it truly yours. Zero waste pattern, utilizing practises indigenous to India, inspired by traditional angrakha pattern is perfect for a summer stroll or as an overlay for slightly chilly evenings.
Choli
Decolonising the blouse, choli, is made entirely by hand in reclaimed khadi yarns, dyed in natural indigo, handwoven into twill weave, creating a denim like fabric. The pattern for the choli comes from the traditional Indian choli from Bhuj.
Tantric Art
Tantric art is a means to spiritual development and realisation. It comprises tranquil renderings of abstract forms like the Universe, Yantras (mystical diagrams) on one hand - and violent, emotional iconography images portraying the terrifying aspect of Prakriti on the other.
dohar
Sew it - yourself jacket is inspired by the pattern of angrakha an Indian zero-waste garment, IRO IRO gives it a contemprary context whilst retaing the elements of construction.
salwar
This piece embodies modern tailoring and craftsmanship with reclaimed khadi yarns dyed in natural indigo, this fabric is perfect for any weather.
Date 13-07-2022
Evoking nostalgia of playing with clay, button it yourself jacket allows you to create it and style it making it truly yours. Zero waste pattern, utilizing practises indigenous to India, inspired by traditional angrakha pattern is perfect for a summer stroll or as an overlay for slightly chilly evenings.
Choli
Decolonising the blouse, choli, is made entirely by hand in reclaimed khadi yarns, dyed in natural indigo, handwoven into twill weave, creating a denim like fabric. The pattern for the choli comes from the traditional Indian choli from Bhuj.
Tantric Art
Tantric art is a means to spiritual development and realisation. It comprises tranquil renderings of abstract forms like the Universe, Yantras (mystical diagrams) on one hand - and violent, emotional iconography images portraying the terrifying aspect of Prakriti on the other.
dohar
Sew it - yourself jacket is inspired by the pattern of angrakha an Indian zero-waste garment, IRO IRO gives it a contemprary context whilst retaing the elements of construction.
salwar
This piece embodies modern tailoring and craftsmanship with reclaimed khadi yarns dyed in natural indigo, this fabric is perfect for any weather.
Date 13-07-2022