NEVER 4GET

Every origin deserves to be remembered.

AKOMA

A heavyweight knitted round neck T-shirt featuring Akoma, the Adinkra symbol of patience, deep tolerance, and structural endurance. Preserved in its original form and presented boldly across the back, this piece serves as a wearable archive of a philosophy that has endured for generations.

Cut from premium 305 GSM pure cotton with an intentional loose silhouette and drop shoulders, it delivers clean structural weight, functional comfort, and multi-seasonal durability.

THE MARK

Akoma is a foundational Adinkra symbol originating from the Akan people of present-day Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire. Literally translated as "The Heart," its visual geometry represents the ultimate seat of emotional fortitude, patience, and goodwill. The mark serves as an ancestral reminder that genuine resilience is not combative; it is demonstrated through quiet steadfastness, compassion, and the capacity to endure life's complexities with a balanced spirit.

PRODUCT DETAILS

• Product Code: RU0028
• Loose fit
• Heavyweight 305 GSM (9.0 oz/yd²)
• 100% cotton
• Knitted round neck
• Drop shoulder construction
• Short sleeves
• Large 40 × 52 cm back print
• Unisex design
• Engineered for year-round wear

CARE

• Machine wash cold at 30°C on a gentle cycle
• Wash garment inside out
• Do not bleach
• Tumble dry low
• Iron on low heat, avoiding the printed area
• Do not dry clean

NOTE

Minor variations in fabric tone, dye saturation, and overall garment finish may occur between production batches. These natural characteristics are inherent to the manufacturing process, making each piece unique.

THE JOURNAL

Discover the deeper historical context and ancestral roots of this mark in the STEELVORA Archive.

→ Read the Journal Entry