Poutama Wairua Purple Design
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Wairua Purple: A Spiritual Design
This enchanting design features rich, plum-like purple feathers, beautifully accented with white and black details, and finished with an intricate purple taniko band. These majestic colors embody the qualities of:
- Spirituality
- Creativity
- Connection to the Divine
Inspired by the mystical and spiritual significance of the color purple in Māori culture, this design is a celebration of the connection between the physical and spiritual worlds.
Taniko patterns and meanings:
- Poutama: Pursuit of knowledge and progress
Korowai Width Sizes:
- Small (90-100cm)
- Medium (100-110cm)
- Large (110-120cm)
- 2XL (120-130cm)
- 3XL (130-140cm)
Measure around your upper chest and shoulders to choose the perfect size. (corded ties: 60cm)
Length Options:
- Quarter: 40cm
- Half: 60cm
- Full: 100cm
- Extended: 120cm
Measure from shoulder point down the side of your body to choose the best length.
Proudly Māori-made by Hiria and her whānau in Aotearoa, our pieces are guided by tikanga and kaumatua wisdom. Featured in Vogue, Vanity Fair, Tatler, and Glamour Magazine. Every korowai comes with a special blessing, honoring the tradition of blessing taonga. This maintains the mana and teaches respect for our Māori treasures.
Materials
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.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
NZ National Shipping 1-3 business days
You'll receive your tracking information via email once your order has been processed.
Our shipping costs range from $10.00-$30.00 NZD.
Expect your order in 1-3 business days NZ nationwide
International Shipping 3-10 business days
You'll receive your tracking information via email once your order has been processed.
Our shipping costs vary by country. Please verify prices at checkout for more accurate calculations. International shipping costs range from $35.00-$90.00 NZD.
Expect your order in 3-10 business days for international orders.
If you have any more questions, feel free to reach out for assistance at orders@korowaibyhiria.com.
Dimensions
Dimensions
Baby (0-12mths) is 40 x 40cm
Toddler (1-5yrs) to fit 55-65cm shoulder width
School (6-12yrs) to fit 75-85cm shoulder width
Teenage (13-16yrs) to fit 85-95cm shoulder width
Adult Size Guide
For best fit, measure around your upper chest, shoulders, and upper back. Most buyers fit within the 100-130cm width range.
Length Options:
- Cape: 20cm
- Quarter: 40cm
- Half: 60cm
- Full: 100cm
- Extended: 120cm
Measure from shoulder point down the side of your body to choose the best length.
Korowai Width Sizes:
- Small (90-100cm)
- Medium (100-110cm)
- Large (110-120cm)
- 2XL (120-130cm)
- 3XL (130-140cm)
Measure around your upper chest and shoulders to choose the perfect size.
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
Māori made in NZ since 2018
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Ko Te Orewai te Hapu
Ko Ngāti Hine te Iwi