When we think of the world’s most renowned textile regions, names like Biella in Italy and Huddersfield in the UK come to mind. But in Japan, there is Bishu, a region with a long and intricate history of wool production. Here, an entire town once functioned like a single factory—spinning, twisting, dyeing, weaving, knitting, and finishing—each workshop specializing in one step of the process.
Yet as time passed, many of these...
TOKI ARI: Quiet Resonance of Kyoto Artistry
TOKI ARI is a Kyoto-based artisanal garment brand dedicated to quiet, enduring craftsmanship. Every piece is handmade in Kyoto with careful attention to detail, reflecting the city’s long tradition of artistry while embracing a contemporary, minimal aesthetic.
Rather than focusing on trends or outward symbols of luxury, TOKI ARI emphasizes subtlety, quality, and timeless design. Each garment is created with the philosophy that...
In the bustling streets of Tokyo, where tradition meets innovation, a unique bag brand was born in 2004—TEMBEA, meaning "to wander" in Swahili. This name encapsulates the brand's essence: creating bags that accompany individuals on their daily journeys, embracing the spontaneity and freedom of movement.
image TEMBEA Kyoto store
Founded by Torso Design, TEMBEA...
Welcome to our blog! we’ll begin sharing stories from the guðrun & guðrun universe regularly on this blog - starting with the two namesakes behind the brand.
Guðrun ludvig is a dreamy and crafty designer with a passion for all things woolen. incidentally, she’s also the creative director of guðrun & guðrun.
She was raised on the southernmost island of the faroe islands, suðuroy. today suðuroy is connected to the rest of the islands by a two-hour...
