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Huia Feather Pendant

$41.00 USD
$41.00 USD
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An ornate feather pendant from the legendary manu/bird Te Huia

Worn in the hair or around the neck, Huia manu were a most prized possession and was stored in ornate carved wooden boxes called wakahuia.

this from wikipedia:

"The huia is one of Aotearoa best-known extinct birds because of its bill shape and beauty, as well as its special place in Māori culture and oral tradition. The bird was regarded by Māori as tapu (sacred), and the wearing of its skin or feathers was reserved for people of high status."

This contemporary take on a traditional taonga, introduces a new form and balance that doesn't shy away from a modern shape and style whilst retaining our proud history

A TroubleMaker favourite this has been designed by one ultimate artist who graciously has allowed us to make and distribute them

Materials

The materials used and sourced for our contemporary designs are as follows:

Lining: Black polycotton blend

Feathers: Our contemporary korowai designs include a variety of colored craft feathers for fashion industry clothing and costumes, particularly hen and rooster coque feathers.

Bands: Our contemporary korowai designs include machine made taniko bands made locally in Aotearoa, New Zealand.

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Dimensions

Children’s size guide

Our Baby size is best for 0-12months 

Finished width is 50 cm

Our Toddler size is best for 1-5yrs old 

Finished width is 60 cm

Our Kids size is best for 6-12 yrs old

Finished width 80 cm

Adult size guide

Length Options:

Measure from shoulder point down the side of your body to choose the best length.

  • Cape : 30 cm
  • Quarter: 40cm 
  • Half: 60cm
  • Full: 100cm

Korowai Width Sizes:

Measure around your upper chest and shoulders to choose the perfect size.

  • Small (to fit 95-105cm)
  • Medium (to fit 105-115cm)
  • Large (to fit 115-125cm)
  • XL (to fit 125-135cm)
  • 2XL (to fit 135-145cm)
  • 3XL (to fit 145-155cm)


Care Instructions

Proud to be Māori Made in NZ since 2019

Ko Motatau te Maunga

Ko Hikurangi te Awa

Ko Tau Henare te Marae

Ko Te Orewai te Hapu

Ko Ngāti Hine te Iwi