The Whitework Linen Shirt
Inspired by the local flora of San Antonino, each embroidery design is drawn freehand by members of the Oaxacan Zapotec community. Using needle and thread, every form is built stitch by stitch over the course of several hours. The dense stitching creates a slightly raised surface, giving the embroidery its distinctive sculptural texture and remarkable level of detail. Each composition is unique.
The shirts themselves are constructed from Italian linen and finished in Tekit, Yucatán, under the direction of the Koh family, one of the region’s longstanding textile families. Each garment is individually cut and sewn by hand.
Dry clean only. Gentle handling recommended. After cleaning, gently reshape the embroidery by hand if needed.
Hand drawn, hand embroidered