Whakahonore / Āke Ake Ake Mix
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Whakahōnore.
The act of honouring.
Acknowledging those who have lived with honour, who have served their whānau, community. Recognising those who live by their values and with aroha.
Keep them with us to guide and inspire us.
The design recalls medals - reimagined to acknowledge those who are often unsung, unseen but who make a difference in our world.
The bone piece represents ancestral ties and the feather, our links to Papatūānuku, the natural world.
MATERIALS: Grosgrain, bone or stone (depending on availability), locally gathered feathers, stainless steel French earring hooks, platinum or silver plated ribbon clamps (brass base), stainless steel jumprings, silver plated brass nickel free foldover end, stainless steel chain.
Āke Ake Ake.
Named for the ones who call us forward, who lift our spirits when we flag. For those we look to for our truth.
Convict and strength combined.
Forevermore.
MATERIALS: Ribbon/fabric, metal (stainless steel earring wires)
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
Dimensions
Dimensions
Nau mai, Haere mai, Welcome.
We'd love to help you find your perfect fit. Just as we would if you were visiting us in person, we'll walk you through each step together.
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Now let's find your perfect fit.
The great thing about our korowai is that they're designed to sit comfortably over your clothing. A quick measurement around your upper chest and shoulders will help us recommend the best size.
| Size | Fits Chest Measurement |
| Small | 95–105 cm |
| Medium | 105–115 cm |
| Large | 115–125 cm |
| XL | 125–135 cm |
| 2XL | 135–145 cm |
| 3XL | 145–155 cm |
📧 Email us: orders@korowaibyhiria.com
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
Proud to be Māori Made in NZ since 2019
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