Based in a small garden studio in Perthshire, dot&hana is the result of my lifelong love of textiles and clothes. I’m Rachael, and after twenty years running my boutique, Hannah Zakari, I wanted to get back to the tactile joy of designing, sewing and dressmaking, and return to my own roots as a maker.

Every single piece of clothing at dot & hana is designed, cut, and sewn by me. By keeping production small and personal, I ensure that every garment gets the attention it deserves.

I spend time sourcing fabrics that I love - specialist textiles from Japan that I’ve never really been able to find in the UK, classic Liberty florals, and the reliable soft linens. I let the character of each fabric guide my creative whims, turning it into well-made clothes that balance playful details with considered shapes.