"Lokomakai" for spring/summer 2023. The most elaborate pattern in the collection with detailed drawings and a fabric of otherworldly beauty. Once again, Naomi Ito speaks with her Hawaiian roots.
In the words of the fabric's author: “Loko” means “inside” and “maikai” means “favor, kindness, brightness, cheerful” in Hawaiian. For this textile, like making a bouquet, I put together lovable people and sceneries that I always want to be around, imagining “the happiness we feel in our daily life”. (Naomi Ito)
FABRIC CHARACTER:
Breathable lightweight fabric suitable for clothing. Double gauze is created by placing two layers of gauze on top of each other. Why two layers of gauze? Standard gauze is typically loosely woven, making it too lightweight and breathable. So in Japan, they came up with the idea that when two layers of gauze are placed on top of each other, the fabric remains lightweight and breathable, and it is no longer transparent. Another bonus is that the double layer creates a typical softness.
WHAT TO SEW:
It suits tops, skirts, and dresses. A more pronounced design allows for a minimalist cut, where the material stands out in all its glory. If you're sewing something more classic (e.g., a dress with a shirt collar or a sheath dress), keep in mind that the fabric tends to fray more, so reinforcing stressed seams is recommended.