ROSEN Kitano Shirt in Xiangyun Silk
ROSEN's Kitano shirt dips into the realm of flamboyance, albeit in a melancholic tone with this subdued printed silk - called Xiangyun silk. Just like the bubbly drink that is tied to a specific provenance, Xiangyun silk is made in a specific region in Guangzhou, southern China.
The production of Xiangyun silk is a 16-step process that is extremely time- and labour-intensive, not to mention season specific. Unlike automated modern textile production, every bolt of of this jacquard silk is dyed entirely by hand. Raw silk is spun into yarns, then woven into cloth and printed with motif, before undergoing multiple rounds of soaking and drying in dark natural dyes from tubers such as potato and yam. Each bolt of fabric, typically spanning 20 meters, is then unfurled and laid flat by a group of workers on a large field.
Lean, weather-beaten workers use giant brushes to coat the upper side of the fabric with mud from the river, going over areas where their expert eyes deem necessary. This iron-rich mud gives the silk its unique black overtone with a brown underside. After washing off the mud in the nearby river, the fabric is left to dry in the sun, letting nature work its chemical reaction, before being kept in storage for three to six months. A final wash is required before it can be ready for clothing production.
Amidst the quest for ever speedier production and ready-made consumer goods, the Xiangyun silk tradition clings on as best as it could for survival. While ROSEN has always worked with deadstock fabrics, no supply is scarcer than this beautiful jacquard silk. Its texture is not quite like other types of silk - similar to a combination of soft silk and organza, its colours a mark of painstaking perseverance by men and women who have been working on their craft for decades.
Due to the unusual production process and treatments, Xiangyun silk has to be handwashed in water only.
Details:
- High collar
- Hidden placket
- Boxy fit
- Split hem
- Single chest pocket
Item will be shipped with a complimentary ROSEN shirt hanger.
Colour: Multi
Material: 100% Silk
| Size | 1 Chest 34-36 Height 5'4-5'8 162-172cm |
2 Chest 36-38 Height 5'9-5'11 175-180cm |
3 Chest 40-42 Height 5'11-6'1 180-185cm |
4 Chest 42-44 Height 6'1-6'3/185-190cm |
| Shoulder |
55cm 21.5" |
22.5" |
23.5" |
24.5" |
| Chest |
23.5" |
25" |
26" |
27" |
| Sleeve | 53cm 21" |
56cm 22" |
58.5cm 23" |
61cm 24" |
| Length |
30" |
31" |
32" |
34" |
If your set of body measurements fall outside of the pre-determined range, please select "custom size" and we will send an email request for your measurements after receiving your order. For sizing help, custom requests and modifications, please contact us.
Chart of Body Measurements & How to Measure
Chart of Body Measurements & How to Measure
Body Measurements
| Size | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| Height | 165cm 5'4" |
170cm 5'6" |
175cm 5'9" |
180cm 5'11" |
185cm 6'1" |
190cm 6'3" |
| Neck | 35.5cm 14" |
37cm 14.5" |
39cm 15.5" |
41cm 16" |
42.5cm 16.5" |
44cm 17.5" |
| Shoulder | 41cm 16" |
43cm 17" |
45cm 18" |
46cm 18.5" |
48cm 19" |
50cm 19.5" |
| Chest | 84-89cm 33-35" |
88-96cm 35-38" |
94-104cm 37-41" |
102-112cm 40-44" |
107-117cm 42-46" |
112-122cm 44-48" |
| Arm Length | 56cm 22" |
57cm 22.5" |
58.5cm 23" |
61cm 24" |
63cm 25" |
66cm 26" |
| Waist (Regular) | 66-74cm 26-29" |
71-81cm 28-32" |
81-89cm 32-35" |
86-96cm 34-38" |
96-106cm 38-42" |
102-112cm 40-44" |
| Hips | 86cm 34" |
92cm 36" |
98cm 38.5" |
104cm 41" |
110cm 43" |
118cm 46.5" |
| Thigh | 54cm 21" |
56cm 22" |
58cm 23" |
61cm 24" |
64cm 25" |
66cm 26" |
| Inseam | 66-71cm 26-28" |
71-76cm 28-30" |
74-79cm 29-31" |
79-84cm 31-33" |
81-86cm 32-34" |
84-89cm 33-35" |
If your measurements fall outside of the range by more than 2cm, please select custom size and leave your measurements in the notes section before checking out.
Production Time & Shipping
Production Time & Shipping
Payment
All prices are shown in US dollars. We accept payment via Paypal. For customers who would like to pay via Wechat, please scroll to the end of the section.
Production Time
Each item is made-to-order to ensure the least possible wastage of materials on our end. On average, production time takes 2-4 weeks, depending on seasonal fluctuations.
Shipping
We ship worldwide via DHL or SF Express. The estimated shipping duration is 5-7 days. All parcels are fully trackable, with signature upon delivery.
Shipping cost and transit time:
China: $8 (next business day, free for Wechat payments)
Worldwide: $38 (5-7 working days)
While ROSEN is not responsible for customs duties and charges, we will do our utmost to assist you in minimising these charges by marking down the value of each item to $20-$80, depending on item type.
Order Processing and Cancellation
Once we have received your order, it will take 24-48 hours for processing. We are able to make amendments or cancellations to your order within this time. We will contact you to confirm sizing and measurements to ensure that the garments will fit as expected.
Quality Assurance and Returns
At ROSEN we strive to deliver the highest level of customer service, pre- and post- purchase. While we do not accept returns of merchandise, we will work with customers to fix any sizing issue that might arise. If mistakes were made on our end, we will compensate for alterations or make a new replacement piece. Ultimately we aim to make the clothes that meet or exceed expectations and will always work with customers to achieve that goal.
Contact Us
For all other enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us at rosen@rosen-store.com
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