tirota (Assamese) - female
This top is hand-spun and hand-woven by our team in Assam and sewn in a small studio in South Delhi. The silk is called eri silk and cultivated by Assamese tribal communities South West of Guwahati. It is a wild silk and the moth leaves a hole in the cocoon as it has to be empty before it can be processed. Therefore it has a structure which is rather similar to linen. No chemicals or pesticides have been used during the process.
The top has a relaxed fit and is available in size S, M, L, XL. The model wears size M.
- 100% hand spun eri silk from Assam
- windproof and very robust fabric, ideal for any season
- natural dyes with jackfruit bark
- farming: 45 days
- spinning: 2 days
- dyeing: 1 day
- weaving: 2 days
- finishing: 4 hours
- woven in Assam and sewn in Delhi
Please note: This product is entirely made by hand. Therefore, irregularities in thickness of yarn are characteristic to the craft of handspinning. The fabric and the dye will change over time - the silk is becoming softer and the dyes lighter. Please cold wash only with mild detergent and dry in the shade. Do not soak. For more information visit: Care
For information on our sizes please visit: Sizing
Credits Photography: Kassia Karr
