TORO ONE PIECE

GARMENT FEATURES

This garment is the hero of my Winter 2022 capsule collection. A simple one piece to be worn as a dress or a tunic within a layering wardrobe look. Hand stitched artisanal finishes are subtle and beautiful and elevate this garment. The neck and front facings are lined with unique vintage shibori silks and hand stitched in the sashiko technique from the visible side in a variegated cotton thread that transitions a range of red tones. A length of cotton sari cord that I bought a skein of in Kyoto is used to gather the front hem to create a gentle 'toro' (Japanese for Lantern) silhouette.

Wanpīsu ワンピース

In Japan the term 'one piece' is loosely adapted to describe the garment which can be worn as a long top, tunic or dress. I love it and have included it in my own clothing story.

FABRIC

Boiled wool made in Japan from 100 % Australian Merino Wool.

Colour - Tomato

LAUNDRY

Luke warm gentle hand wash in wool wash.

Rinse well, light spin. Re shape and hang to dry without delay inside.

Warm iron if necessary.

Do not soak, bleach or wring.

Dry cleaning is recommended.

SIZING

This garment is made in just one size and will fit comfortably size 8-14 and possibly a 16 where the largest measurement is in the hips not the bust/shoulders.

Designed and made in Kyneton by Leanne Coates