The Handkerchief Top is a celebration of Kate’s textile-focused design process and playful manipulation of shapes. Derived from two simple squares of fabric and undulating lines of elastic, this top moulds to the body whilst simultaneously reacting against it to create a unique silhouette.
This variation on the KATALYST favourite is made in a light and airy silk/cotton organza that is crisp and responds well to the gathers and folds of this style. This material has a sand-coloured sheer base with a white and black fine stripe woven through.
For this variation, we have added a second layer of the silk/cotton underneath, turned 90 degrees to create a subtle check pattern for those who look closely. This also provides some modesty for the semi-sheer textile without losing its floatiness.
The selvedge is showcased at the armhole of the top and along the hem of the underlay, a nod to the often unseen details of a fabric.
As a versatile, lightweight top it’s comfortable to wear in the summer or can be layered for cooler temperatures. It can be worn with either side at the front.
SIZE GUIDE
1/ M: (6-10) Bust 92cm, stretches to 102cm
2/ L: (10-14) Bust 102cm, stretches to 112cm
3/ XL: (14-18) Bust 112cm, stretches to 122cm
Designed and made in Brisbane/ Magandjin.
The Handkerchief Top is a celebration of Kate’s textile-focused design process and playful manipulation of shapes. Derived from two simple squares of fabric and undulating lines of elastic, this top moulds to the body whilst simultaneously reacting against it to create a unique silhouette.
This variation on the KATALYST favourite is made in a light and airy silk/cotton organza that is crisp and responds well to the gathers and folds of this style. This material has a sand-coloured sheer base with a white and black fine stripe woven through.
For this variation, we have added a second layer of the silk/cotton underneath, turned 90 degrees to create a subtle check pattern for those who look closely. This also provides some modesty for the semi-sheer textile without losing its floatiness.
The selvedge is showcased at the armhole of the top and along the hem of the underlay, a nod to the often unseen details of a fabric.
As a versatile, lightweight top it’s comfortable to wear in the summer or can be layered for cooler temperatures. It can be worn with either side at the front.
SIZE GUIDE
1/ M: (6-10) Bust 92cm, stretches to 102cm
2/ L: (10-14) Bust 102cm, stretches to 112cm
3/ XL: (14-18) Bust 112cm, stretches to 122cm
Designed and made in Brisbane/ Magandjin.
