Collection: Aizome

In Japan, indigo dyeing is known as Aizome, and its popularity dates back to the Edo period (1603-1868), when brighter colors were reserved for the higher social classes. The lower classes were also banned from wearing silk which left cotton as the only option, so Aizome and cotton made a durable team. By the 17th century, Indigo had become widely regarded not just for its robust color, but also its antibacterial and insect-repellent properties.