We release small, curated collections or repurposing existing materials.
We source fabrics and yarns from suppliers that provide certified materials. This commitment means working within certain limitations in color and fiber availability — something we take into account at the design stage.
We're continuously working to improve our quality, aiming to make long-lasting garments using only natural fibers or repurposed textiles.
Natural dyeing “innovations”.
We innovate by returning to the roots of ancient techniques. Our natural dyeing methods are developed from plant-based colors, using zero artificial ingredients and no harmful chemicals. Each piece reflects the influence of time, place, and season.
Time and location.
We are Hackney, London based studio. Our process is intentionally slower. We often order fabric once an order is placed to avoid overproduction. If a garment is damaged or the dye wears off, we ask our customers to send the item back so we can help with restoration.
Pricing.
We do not offer seasonal sales because our prices reflect the true value of our craftsmanship, time, materials, and location. Each piece is priced fairly, honoring the skill and care that goes into its creation.
1. Consumed The Need For Collective Change: Colonialism, Climate Change, & Consumerism
Aja Barber (Brazen 2021)
Founded in 2018 by Karolina Suchanek, Cave Textiles draws inspiration from the prehistoric art of Chauvet Cave in southern France. The studio’s practice is shaped by an intuitive approach rooted in spirituality and feminine energies, with caves understood as symbols of transition and connection between worlds, a passage that holds both beginnings and endings.
Karolina is a textile designer with a foundation in fine art. She studied at Akademia Sztuk Pięknych im. Jana Matejki in Krakow before going on to study Textile Design at Central Saint Martins in London.
