Traverse Jacket

Crafted from 100% handwoven cotton denim in shades of indigo blue and arich brown, this jacket celebrates the richness artisanal techniques. The interplay of contrasting denim panels creates a layered surface that recalls the meeting of soil, rock, and water, where shifting tones mirror the quiet transitions found across weathered terrains and sedimented landscapes.

The jacket features a clean, open front without buttons, making it an effortless layering piece. Inspired by the utility flap of a classic trench coat, the front detail is adorned with hand-appliquéd patches created from fabric waste generated during the cutting process, extending the material's lifecycle while reducing waste. Each patch is further enriched with hand embroidery that draws inspiration from topographical maps, where contour-like pathways, elevations, and organic markings trace imagined landscapes across the surface. Kantha hand embroidery gently frames sections of the jacket, highlighting the panel lines and reinforcing the rhythm of the composition.

Together, the appliqué and embroidery create a tactile interplay of texture, depth, and movement, transforming discarded remnants into a quiet narrative of landscape, craft, and regeneration.