PAPERBARK HENLEY
Staged on the banks of the River Thames in Oxfordshire at Henley-on-Thames is the prestigious and internationally renowned Henley Royal Regatta. This Joe Bananas weave, our Paperbark Henley, takes partial inspiration for its design from the vertical stripes that feature on the traditional blazers worn at this iconic event.
The Paperbark Henley jacket features handwoven raw silk coloured with natural paperbark tones, including soft creams, warm browns, and subtle greys. The Henley-style stripes that appear on this Joe Bananas masterpiece beautifully echo the layered texture of the paperbark tree. The interplay of these hues creates a dynamic visual effect that reflects the elegance of nature while adding depth to the design. The Paperbark Henley strikes a perfect balance between traditional style and natural inspiration.
WEAVE INFO
100% Handwoven Raw Silk
Lining: Black Bemberg
Buttons: Coconut Shell
Weave Time: 261 Days
Yield: 31.5 yds
Raw Silk Jackets
Authentically Australian, Naturally Inspired and Hand Crafted for the Absolute Individualist.
We are world famous for our Handwoven Raw Silk Jackets, inspired by the magnificent colours and textures that surround us. From the Black Opal to iconic landmarks such as Uluru, the beauty of Australia is woven into every fabric, each with a story to tell. No two textiles are ever the same, just like our clients. That’s what makes Joe Bananas so unique.
The silk is procured, hand spun, hand dyed and woven by hand in-house at Joe Bananas. On average it takes anywhere between 200-300 days of hand weaving on the loom to create a single tapestry, producing a limited yield of 25-35 yards, which in turn allows for an incredibly limited run (approx. seven to eight) to be tailored from each individual weave.