Hono Dress in Te Pō
Pre-orders are made to order with aroha and will be dispatched the week of 13 October or sooner. You’ll be notified by email when your garment is on its way.
The Hono Dress is designed to be your go-to piece for effortless elegance. Named Hono — meaning to connect, join, or bond in te reo Māori — this dress embodies the way fashion can bring people, moments, and memories together.
This limited-edition version is crafted in Te Pō, a rare embroidered fabric that traces the night sky in constellations of stars. Each stitch evokes the darkness of night and the brilliance of light within it — a reminder of whakapapa, of the connections that stretch across time and space. The fabric itself carries a gentle sheerness, allowing light to move through it like the night sky. This subtle transparency adds depth and dimension, offering the option to wear it layered over slips, bodysuits, or trousers — or to embrace its ethereal quality as it is.
Featuring a fluid cowl neckline that can be styled two ways — draped at the front for understated sophistication, or swept over one shoulder for a bold statement, the Hono Dress adapts to your mood and occasion. Its simple singlet silhouette allows the celestial fabric to take centre stage, skimming the body with ease and creating a timeless, sculptural shape.
Every piece is made-to-order in this rare fabric, ensuring that what you wear is not only striking, but also truly one-of-a-kind.
- Simple singlet silhouette for a universally flattering fit
- Versatile cowl neckline, styled front-draped or off-shoulder
- Limited-edition Te Pō fabric, embroidered with star constellations of the night sky
- Fabric has a light transparency, designed for layering or styling to preference
- Crafted from deadstock / end-of-line fabrics, supporting sustainable practices
- Pre-order only / Made to order
- Available exclusively for a limited time during pre-orders
Model is wear the Size Small
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We craft each collection with Papatūānuku in mind, created from ethical textiles and techniques that reduce our environmental impact. Wear them with pride knowing that your clothing tells the story of Aotearoa. Each limited-edition design is a taonga, reflecting your values and made locally.