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Call of the Moon's, Dumpling Clutch Bag (2026) WAS SKILLFULLY HANDMADE BY Sonali Dharmawardena IN SRI LANKA
PART OF THE Spring 2026 COLLECTION.
THE STORY BEHIND THIS PRODUCT
A bag is the final, defining detail of a woman’s look, something carried every day, yet capable of expressing individuality. This dumpling clutch takes on a soft, sculptural form, playful, tactile, and deliberately unique. No two pieces are the same. Each is developed closely with the team, where colour, pattern, and finish evolve through a shared creative process, giving every bag its own voice. The design draws from Sri Lanka’s full moon traditions, where each rising moon marks a moment of reflection and cultural significance. The patterns echo the shifting phases of the moon, honouring key celebrations such as Vesak, Poson, and Esala. More than an accessory, the piece sits between function and art, something to carry, and equally, something to display.
HOW IT WAS MADE
STEP 1 - FABRIC PREPARATION
STEP 2 - DESIGN MARKING
STEP 3 - WAX APPLICATION
STEP 4 - FIRST DYE BATH
STEP 5 - LAYERING (WAX + DYE REPETITION)
STEP 6 - DRYING
STEP 7 - WAX REMOVAL (BOILING)
STEP 8 - FINAL WASHING AND FINISHING
STEP 9 - DETAILING
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A Sri Lankan design studio producing one-of-a-kind, handcrafted garments, created with artisan communities through small-scale, intentional processes that honour tradition, material, and human skill.
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