Hiyas Blouse made-to-orderEmbellishment held to the surface, not piled on it. Cocoon silk, embroidered by machine and by hand close to four days of work to a piece. Pearls and crystals are set into the embroidery, placed to catch light rather than cover ground. Offered in Alabaster Veil and Rose Clay. A modern Filipiniana study. Design Notes Cocoon silk in Alabaster Veil or Rose Clay Machine and hand sewn embroidery Pearls and crystals set into the embroidery
Satin in Black Obsidian or Cherry Lacquer
crafted with measured light
In this edition the embroidery takes focus
Tailored through the shoulder
each set to catch light quietly
integral to the form rather than applied to it
The Ardan reinterprets Kundiman indigenous fabric into a modern
over soft net and organza for movement
a hard sheen over the top
An integrated tulle drape adds versatility — wrapped
• Faux leather accents for tactile contrast
and Swarovski crystals sit at the center of each petal — catching light individually