Oame plant-dyed organic hand-woven waffle towel - Buckthorn Persimmon

“Dye and remedy as one” — a philosophy rooted in the ancient Chinese wisdom that herbs can heal, nourish, and color. Building on the foundations of botanical dyeing, this approach honors the medicinal, edible, and dyeing properties of native plants.

oame’s handwoven scarves use undyed organic cotton yarns, naturally colored into five earthy tones — indigo blue, moss green, bark brown, petal pink, and pollen yellow — by artisans in Qiandongnan, Guizhou, using local herbs and plants.

This philosophy of “dye and remedy as one” reflects the ancient Chinese reverence for all things — a way of living that follows the rhythms of nature. Through color born of healing plants, oame transforms the botanical heritage of Guizhou into living textiles. As the fabric touches the skin, the body reconnects with the natural world.