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ENSULO: Loungewear Reimagined from Japanese Samue

ENSULO is based on traditional Japanese samue workwear, blending comfort and sustainability for modern living.

ENSULO is based on traditional Japanese samue workwear, blending comfort and sustainability for modern living. Tied at the waist it wears as a single layer, or left loose it becomes a light haori style layer, a small retreat found within everyday life.

An antibacterial function is woven directly into the thread itself through a piezoelectric effect, rather than applied as a surface treatment, quietly supporting freshness. A medium weight cotton with a light peach finish gives the fabric a soft touch and gentle warmth, paired with a relaxed silhouette and natural stretch.

The Meaning Behind 環

The Embroidered Kimono Series carries the character 環 (wa), symbolizing circulation, connection, and harmony, materials returning to nature, and a comfortable cycle continuing into the future.

Mended Fabric, Given New Life

The Kimono BORO Series stitches together collected fabric before it's composted and returned to the earth, following Japan's BORO tradition of mending and passing garments down across generations, so each piece carries its own unique expression.

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