Kākahu Huruhuru - Maroon
Laybuy
Size: 1050W x 220H mm excluding the cords.
The Kākahu Huruhuru are handmade in Auckland by machine stitching feathers onto a lined fabric base. The feather wrap around the front edge to complete the look. A traditional handwoven Korowai takes many weeks to complete and costs significantly more. A modern Kākahu Huruhuru offers durability and more colours. Inspiration for the colour and designs from our local fauna and flora. The feathers are chicken and rooster, some of which have been dyed. The Kākahu Huruhuru have drawstring ties so you can alter the width to fit the wearer.
The taniko trim has also been woven from wool in NZ. This design is the Universal Patiki or flounder design. The diamond shape represents the flounder fish. A good luck charm for the provision of food for the Iwi. In this more modern age it represents employment and providing for the family.