Bromelia Snood
Bromelia Snood
Decorative ArtDescription
A unique handwoven textile accessory which can be worn in two ways around the neck as a shawl or as an infinity scarf. This product was inspired by the traditional patterns of woven textiles from Metsovo, a village in northern Greece. Furthermore, the plant 'bromeliad' has given the scarf not only its name but its colour palette as well.
made of 35 % cotton, 65 % wool
Artist
Alexandra Bissa
Product code
arconst-217
About the artist: Alexandra Bissa
Alexandra Bissa is a textile designer based in Athens, specialising in weaving. Using an electronic dobby loom in her studio, she creates unique handmade products, often with reference to architecture, art and old traditional patterns. Her designs are original and follow contemporary fashion trends. The designer supports the emerging trend of Slow Fashion by producing limited edition products. She develops textiles on an on-demand basis and collaborates with other local designers and high-end fashion brands. She supports Greek businesses and environmental causes by purchasing organic threads from local providers.