The Messenger Opera Duster

“I am not afraid. I was born to do this.” — Joan of Arc

A tribute to courage, conviction, and the radiant power of purpose, The Messenger honours those who dare to follow their hearts — no matter the odds. Centered around Dante Gabriel Rossetti’s final masterpiece, this design captures Joan of Arc in all her grace and strength — a young woman of humble origins who rose to lead armies and inspire nations through faith and fire.

Her story, like this print, is layered with meaning. The florals, drawn from centuries-old paintings, speak to the beauty that endures through struggle — faith, growth, and rebirth. The trim, inspired by a hand-coloured sketch of stained-glass windows, recalls the sacred places where Joan found solace and strength. Hidden within the pattern, a fox from an 1810 painting symbolizes intuition and divine guidance — the quiet wisdom that lights the way forward.

Her immortal words, “I am not afraid, I was born to do this,” appear along her sleeve in this print — a mantra for anyone walking their own brave path.

The Kimono

Light, flowing, and full of quiet strength, The Messenger Kimono drapes beautifully in soft viscose derived from bamboo and wood fibres. The silhouette is both effortless and empowering — designed to move with grace, ease, and confidence. Wear it as a statement of inner power: layered over a slip dress, paired with denim, or simply wrapped around yourself like armor made of art.

Details

100% viscose (derived from sustainable plant fibres such as bamboo and wood)

Machine wash gentle or hand wash cold; hang to dry

Iron to finish if desired

Length: 118cm

Width: 78cm (across back, underarm to underarm)

Model is 5’5” for reference