Klydon Shirt Set
Ancient Greek for “surging wave.”
Klydon is made from beige crushed chiffon, with layers of ruffles that begin close to the neckline and gradually expand outwards. The ruffling continues along the length of the bell sleeves, while a gathered waist and adjustable tie bring the silhouette together. Falling to the low waist, the top takes inspiration from the clamshell and the waves crashing against it in Botticelli’s The Birth of Venus. The expanding ruffles echo the movement of water as it gathers and breaks against the shell, translating the painting’s seascape into layers of fabric.
The skirt is inspired by the Greek classic dress of the same name, óasi’s take on the chiton features silk embroidery, inspired by the textures within Botticelli’s birth of Venus, be it that of the trees, the illustration of the wind or the hair of Venus. The base patterns are complemented by an array of hand-embroidered pearls and french knots that emphasise and articulate the flow of each fluid strand.
The skirt takes from the waves that wash over the clamshell in the Birth of Venus, which translates into the skirt through a fold-over panel on which the embroidery is done, almost to look like a wave of textures washing upon the skirt. The asymmetric cut of the fold-over is carried on towards the hem of the skirt, which turns into a handkerchief silhouette, drawing attention to the wearer’s legs and elongating the body.
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Colourway:
Top: Sand.
Skirt: Muted berry with shades of teal, cerulean, beige and eggshell.
Fit:
Top: Relaxed. Gathered Waist. Adjustable Tie Closure. Bell Sleeves. Hits at Low Waist.
Skirt: Mid-Rise. Tapered. Ankle-Length.
Fabric Composition:
Top: Crushed Chiffon.
Bottom: Linen Blend. Modal Satin
dry clean only.
