The Gilded Partition Suit

The jacket is built in cashmere, a fabric that represents refinement and continuity, much like the Hopi people who value endurance and balance with the natural world. The Hopi tribe believe in the cycles of life, the seasons, and how everything is interconnected; cashmere here becomes the fabric of time, soft yet strong, embodying resilience. The demarcated parts held by safety pins resemble the ceremonial patterns of Hopi artistry —their pottery, textiles, and kachina carvings are not just designs but prayers, connections to
ancestors, and symbolic bonds. The safety pins signify that life is stitched together through heritage and spiritual guidance, much like the Hopi stitch their world through ritual and art. In
fashion terms, this represents a garment still in progress, reminding us that culture and identity are never fully finished but are continually evolving, held together by history and innovation. The inner shirt, patterned in bold stripes, echoes the linear motifs common in Hopi weaving. It speaks to the disciplined rhythm of their way of life — rising with the sun, respecting the earth, and living with intention. In fashion, it mirrors the hidden layers of craftsmanship, the unseen work beneath the glamour of the outer jacket.
The pockets represent provision and sustenance, a nod to the Hopi as “the people of peace,” who for centuries cultivated corn and crops in harsh desert lands. In a man’s jacket, the pocket is where he holds essentials; in the Hopi world, it symbolizes how survival and prosperity are carried with wisdom and patience. In fashion, the golden button becomes that singular, dramatic focal point: the detail that pulls the entire piece together. It is not just an accessory; it is a statement, just as the sun is not just a
star but the giver of all energy. This jacket, therefore, is more than a garment. It is a fusion of Hopi philosophy and modern tailoring, teaching that fashion, like culture, is both heritage and progression, utility and statement, tradition and reinvention.
● The model 6’1 (185 cm) tall, and wears size 44 NG/UK