Dosa

The act of repair lies at the core of the label dosa’s mission of sustainability. To mark dosa’s 30th anniversary, designer Christina Kim asked customers to send their most treasured pieces, “worn, torn, mended, in any state,” so that she could reissue some of their favorites. The well-worn coat from the dosa Traveler 2006 collection (at front) was sent by graphic designer Lorraine Wild, inspiring the reissued version also shown here (at back).

The textile used for both coats was produced by Miao makers in Guizhou, China, artisans with whom Kim first fostered close relationships in the early 2000s. Kim enjoys working with makers who employ time-honored skills and traditions. The materials they produce are long lasting, transforming with wear to add to an already rich creative history. [See also 2015.31.4].