Hand-Painted Bumi Jumpsuit by Eltayeb Dawelbait
Hand-Painted Bumi Jumpsuit by Eltayeb Dawelbait
Hand-painted by Sudanese fine artist Eltayeb Dawelbait, these overalls are highly collectable. They are made from 97% cotton 3% elastane, which is industrial waste (excess new fabric from local garment factories). Featuring a metal zip down the centre front and a logo button from upcycled cowhorn, handcrafted in Kenya.
About This Brand
KikoRomeo
A heritage brand, widely credited with transforming fashion in Kenya, and mentoring many designers and artisans over the last two decades, KikoRomeo meaning “Adam’s Apple” in Kiswahili, was founded in 1996. Transcending cultures and fashion trends, KikoRomeo puts sustainability at its core, striving to create longevity in each garment by using handmade and hand-dyed fabrics as well as hand-carved trims, sourced from the African continent. Their fabrics come mainly from natural fibres including cottons, linens and silk, as well as explorations into alternative fibres such as those derived from sisal and orange peel. KikoRomeo’s silhouettes are effortlessly elegant, with attention to detail, they are treasured as works of art by all those who wear them.