Purchased at Takashimaya Department store, Nihonbashi Tokyo May 2023 by Donor as a reference to the Covid epidemic.Sashiko embroidered face mask in orange with white embroidery.sashiko embroidery, covid pandemic, face mask

centre section is double thickness with blue-rayed sun; blue sections are decorated with gold coloured cotton french knots symbolizing the district shire where the owner lived. A Khaki coloured tiger faces inwards each end of centre. Japanese characters in pink near centre sashiko quilting on white rays.costume accessories - male, japan, handcrafts - sewing/ embroidery

Indigo cotton, with a design in white, of circles joined with smaller flower like circles. The whole is mounted on a lighter blue base. embroidery, darning, sashiko, japan, 1980-2000

As the founder of SHIYO, I am driven by a vision to reshape fashion into an art form that celebrates cultural depth, sustainability, and fearless individuality. SHIYO is more than a brand — it’s a commitment to defy conventions and embrace innovation. Each piece we create is infused with influences from Persian and Japanese artistry, brought to life with avant-garde materials that push the boundaries of traditional craftsmanship. This top is crafted entirely from three M.J. Bale shirts, using eucalyptus leaves and tea bags for the dyeing process. No cutting or sewing machines were used — only hand stitching with the traditional Sashiko technique. One shirt was transformed into a smocked sleeve, while the other two form the main body, adorned with vintage beads. Completely zero-waste, this piece offers two distinct styling options. The leather layering piece is made from deadstock leather and fully hand-stitched, while the skirt is also created from deadstock fabric. I believe that fashion should empower, inspire, and transcend, inviting wearers to express who they are without limits. Through SHIYO, I hope to craft a movement that not only speaks to personal style but also embodies a conscious, sustainable future. Winner of the 2025 We The Makers Sustainable Fashion Prize for Designer of the Year.Three piece outfit consisting of a grey top made with three shirts and adorned with beads, a black skirt and a black belt.fashion, design, sustainability, we the makers, acquisitive award, prize, shiva yousefpourshahrivar, shiyo

A long apron of indigo coloured cotton, a specialty of Japan with an unpretentious design of 3 large butterflies that symbolise happiness are worked entirely in running stitch. The apron has very long ties and large pocket.embroidery, aprons, 1980-2000, japan, darning, sashiko embroidery