{"product_id":"cruel-summer-sweat","title":"Bamboo \u0026 Organic Cotton \"Cruel Summer\" Sweat with Archival \"Confetti\" Silk","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eA playful, \"cheeky\" evolution of our signature volume, the Cruel Summer Sweat was born from a desire to bring architectural interest to the ease of a sweatshirt. Crafted from a buttery-soft Bamboo and Organic Cotton Fleece, this cropped silhouette offers a structured yet cozy frame. \u003cem\u003eA favorite for our collectors who seek drama in a more compact, approachable proportion.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eThe design is a study in purposeful contrast. The substantial weight of the fleece is juxtaposed with our signature \"Cob-Web\" Silk Organza—a zero-waste innovation where silk remnants are free-motion quilted into ethereal, textured triangles. Placed in a witty, \"bikini-inspired\" arrangement, these \"confetti\" panels are a tongue-in-cheek nod to summer nostalgia rendered in luxury textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eKey Features include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003eThe Archival \"Confetti\" Technique: A zero-waste innovation where a \"history\" of past collections, scraps, threads, and textile cast-offs, is encapsulated between layers of black silk organza and free-motion quilted into a new, lustrous textile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003eStructural Movement: A wide hem flows into a tulip-flutter back, creating a rhythmic silhouette that stands away from the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003eChromatic Thread-Work: Features contrast serged edges in a color-shifting black-and-white cotton thread, highlighting the joinery of the sleeves and hem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003eDeconstructed Finish: The neckline is trimmed with tonal bamboo ribbing, left with a raw edge to reflect the \"process-forward\" aesthetic of our North Carolina studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eThe Stylist’s Note: This piece is the ultimate high-low staple. For a balanced look, I love it paired with high-waisted trousers to highlight the cropped tulip back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100.087%;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.6252%;\"\u003eWidth (laid flat)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.7496%;\"\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.7496%;\"\u003eSleeve Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.6252%;\"\u003e29\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.7496%;\"\u003e17.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.7496%;\"\u003e 10.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003ci data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e[Note: We also offer an abstract \"Patterned Confetti\" variation where the quilted triangles are scattered across the front in a rhythmic, non-linear composition.]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003ci data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eMade in North Carolina \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003ci data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eby sewers receiving a living wage\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Megan-Ilene","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48104033747176,"sku":null,"price":159.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/1254\/1672\/files\/150A9078.jpg?v=1772999398","url":"https:\/\/megan-ilene.com\/products\/cruel-summer-sweat","provider":"Megan-Ilene","version":"1.0","type":"link"}