Behind The Print
In Polynesian cultures, artisan craft is about recording the journey. We give thanks to the ancestors who recorded their stories before us. TAV honours this tradition through each of our distinctive prints.
'Ārikiriki
"'Ārikiriki te moenga – you are welcome here, we've made a place just for you." The 'Ārikiriki print is a gesture of shared warmth and connection, expressed through symbolism such as the Moenga (Woven Mat), and 'Akaipoipo, a symbol of togetherness and unity, representing an unbreakable bond. This print speaks to the enduring strength found in shared love and belonging.
'ĀRIKIRIKI PRINT
Taputu Shirt
From $ 162.00
Taputu Shirt
From $ 190.00
Taputu Shirt
From $ 129.00
Taputu Shirt
From $ 162.00
Taputu Shirt
$ 183.00
Taputu Shirt
From $ 162.00
Taputu Shirt
From $ 162.00
Taputu Shirt
From $ 162.00
Tumu Shirt
From $ 54.00
Tumu Shirt
From $ 54.00
Tumu Shirt
From $ 54.00
Tumu Shirt
From $ 54.00
Tumu Shirt
From $ 54.00
Tumu Shirt
From $ 54.00
Tumu Shirt
From $ 54.00
Tumu Shirt
From $ 54.00
Tumu Shirt
From $ 54.00
Tumu Shirt
From $ 54.00
Kaute
The Kaute (Hibiscus) flower, a bloom celebrated throughout the Pacific for its vibrancy and natural elegance. Our Kaute print honours the flower as a symbol of adornment, individuality, and self-empowerment; bringing together bold beauty with an effortless Pacific spirit.
Tāporoporo
Honouring the principle of Tāporoporo, Pacific traditions recognise the deep responsibility to care for and live in harmony with the natural world. Embodied in this print through the careful balance of natural forms, including the Are Mangō (Sharktooth) – a symbol of protective strength, embracing the spirit of home – housed in courage, resilience and deep ancestral connection.
Ruperupe
Our Ruperupe print is a design brimming with nature's treasures. The Monstera leaf embodies abundance and the lush beauty of nature. Its vibrant shape inspires us to celebrate life's richness and the endless possibilities that flourish around us.
RUPERUPE PRINT
Tipani Dress
From $ 51.00
Tipani Dress
From $ 51.00
Tipani Dress
From $ 51.00
Tipani Dress
From $ 51.00
Tipani Dress
From $ 51.00
Tipani Dress
From $ 51.00
Tipani Dress
From $ 51.00
Ura
Ura is to dance – to tell stories written in the body. Every gesture holds emotion and history: joy, struggle, belonging. Our Ura print embodies dance as a ritual of remembrance and resilience. Guided by the rhythm of drums that echo through time, dancing becomes a bridge to our past and a celebration of our shared humanity.
‘Akaanga
'Akaanga, meaning revitalise, represents the act of renewing and keeping alive the traditions of mark-making throughout the Pacific, expressed through the intricate shapes of Nuku Hiva (The Marquesas Islands). This print features Tātatau, a delicate Marquesas design reminiscent of a facial tattoo. It's an everlasting reminder to carry the memory of your journey with pride.
Oceania
Our Oceania print is a celebration of the many voices and traditions that span the Pacific, each distinct, yet woven together by shared values and the ocean between us. This print features Tikitikitangata – an ancient design and reminder of unity and community reflected through the shape of people holding hands and standing together as one.
