ART INSPIRATION

King Midas of Phrygia, in Greek Mythology, an acquisitive king of great fortune, lived a life of abundance with his beautiful daughter, he believed his greatest happiness was attained from gold.

Midas was grated one wish by Dionysus (the god of the grape-harvest) following an act of kindness to the god. The greedy king requested all that he touched would turn to gold. This in reality was a curse, for when he hugged his beloved daughter, she turned into a golden statue.

Heartbroken Midas prayed to Dionysus to reverse the wish. The god took pity on the king and did as he asked.

Midas kissed and hugged his daughter. He realised only love and compassion could bring happiness to him. This epiphany compelled him to share his great fortune with his people, who became happy, prosperous and loyal subjects.

"The artwork here is inspired by this myth. In silver and gold leaf the central design visualises Midas’ reunion with his daughter, the stars symbolising his epiphany."

Aigana Gali

THE CUT

The asymmetrical hemline of the Dervish coat is cut to revive the circular movement of the coat of a dancing Dervish while in motion of the meditative ritual dance.

This cut has soft regal shoulders, is comfortably oversized and can be worn as a layering piece.

Please note: Some lookbook images and videos only show the cut, not the individual design.  For individual design, please refer to the top of the product gallery. 

Size

Small, Medium

(due to the special cut, our “small” covers sizes from 6 to 12, our “medium” covers all sizes from 8 to 14)

Details

Outshell - cashmere, silk organza

Collar - silk velvet

Lining - silk

Finish - silver/gold leaf + painting

Care

Dry cleaning only

No direct ironing on gold/silver leaf finish