Where our prints come from

A print is the first thing you see. Before the cut, before the price, before everything else. If the pattern doesn't hold your eye, the piece holds nobody.

What we look for

We look for patterns that have an internal logic. Not a random print, not a mechanical repeat. A fabric that looks considered, with colours that hold together without crushing each other.

We also look for prints that age well. A pattern too tied to a trend can feel dated two years later. We prefer graphics that stay readable over time.

Printed cotton

We work with printed cotton, often referred to as wax in everyday language. Current product pages state a 100% cotton composition. Colour retention then depends on the exact fabric, wear frequency and care; it should not be promised without documented testing.

That is not an arbitrary choice. Printed cotton has a long history and a relationship to colour and pattern that doesn't exist in the same way in other textiles.

From fabric to finished piece

Moving from fabric to a finished boubou involves decisions. How the pattern falls on the silhouette. Whether the seams cut the pattern at the wrong moment. Whether the grain of the fabric follows the cut properly.

These details don't show directly, but they are felt. A well-cut piece in a good print wears differently.

What “origin” means

Fabric origin, printing location and garment-making location are three different facts. We can currently document that the trousers are made with partner seamstresses in Bordeaux. We do not assign a geographical origin to the cotton or printing until a supplier reference makes it verifiable.

This distinction keeps a pattern from becoming a marketing story. When a precise origin is published, it will appear on the Making and materials page with the available level of detail.

Frequently asked questions

Do two pairs have exactly the same print placement?

They use the same fabric for a given style, but placement can vary slightly depending on the part of the cloth being cut. Front, back and detail views show the scale of the pattern.

How should I protect the colours?

Use a cold delicate wash, mild detergent and air dry away from direct sunlight. The journal includes a complete care guide.