Palestinian Tatreez T-Shirt

Description

A Story to Wear

The story began with my grandmother’s Majdalawi thobe. I would study its patterns and ask her what they meant. She would tell me about the stitches and their connection to the land, the seasons, and everyday life. Those conversations sparked a curiosity about Palestinian dress and the stories held in its details.

Over time, that curiosity led me to study patterns from Palestinian cities and villages, which became a source of inspiration for my designs. This T-shirt brings influences from that heritage into a contemporary composition, with red motifs extending across the chest and shoulder against a black background that highlights their detail.

I designed this piece to become part of everyday life, something we can wear while carrying a story and a sense of belonging. Paired simply with denim, it lets the patterns and their details take centre stage.

Fadi Alherbawi