Lace Bow Graphic Sweatshirt
An Idea of a Bow, on a Canvas of Ease.
Introducing The Lazy Bow Hoodie from Empty Reference—a piece that dresses the thought, not just the body. Crafted in a soft, atmospheric ash grey from our signature 61.7% polyester and 38.3% cotton blend, it delivers the foundational comfort you expect. The design, however, gently defies expectation. The hood is anchored with a clean, white embroidered logo, a mark of quiet provenance. The sleeves end with classic ribbed cuffs, but the hem is deliberately left raw and unhemmed—a subtle architectural decision that creates a clean, extended line, offering a uniquely modern, leg-lengthening drape. At its center rests the conceptual heart: a graphic of a loose, untied lace bow, rendered as if quickly sketched or left casually assembled. This is not a trophy of femininity; it’s a symbol in repose, an ornament contemplated but not fastened.
🎀 A Grammar of Relaxed Intention:
✔ Liberated Unhemmed Silhouette - The raw-cut, unfinished hem is a defining feature. It provides a clean, elongated drop that moves freely, reimagining the classic hoodie proportion with a touch of avant-garde ease.
✔ Graphic ‘Lazy Bow’ Motif - A lace bow, printed with soft detail, appears casually arranged—as if it just landed there. It’s adornment deconstructed, a romantic symbol presented in a state of thoughtful undress.
✔ Signature Cloud-Blend Comfort - The perfected fabric ratio offers legendary softness, breathability, and a lived-in feel that forms the perfect, neutral canvas for both the graphic and the silhouette play.
✔ The Empty Reference on “The Unfastened Idea” - We are fascinated by potential energy. The untied bow, the unfinished hem—they suggest a moment caught in time, a decision pending. This hoodie wears that sense of open-ended possibility, of comfort that is both physical and conceptual.
✔ Effortless, Intelligent Layering - The ash grey tone and clean lines make it the ultimate layer. It’s as suited for a creative studio as it is for a casual weekend, designed to be the most interesting, yet least demanding, piece in your rotation.
✏️ The Anatomy of an Easy Thought:
The Hem as a Proposition: Why leave it unfinished? In a world of over-defined boundaries, the raw hem is a breath of space. It’s a subtle rejection of constriction, a design choice that prioritizes a fluid, elongated line and a modern sense of ease over traditional polish.
The Bow as a Sketched Symbol: The bow is depicted in lace, but flat—a graphic representation. It’s “lazy” because it’s untied, existing in a state of potential. It references decoration but refuses to perform it fully, allowing it to become an abstract graphic element open to interpretation: is it a memory, a suggestion, a gentle joke?
Styling the Fluid Canvas: This hoodie is your go-to for intelligent leisure. Wear it with straight-leg jeans or tailored trousers to highlight the elongated hem. The ash grey pairs with everything, from vibrant tones to muted palettes. It’s a piece that supports a mood—pair it with a pleated skirt for a soft contrast, or with technical pants for a modern blend. It’s for the thinker, the daydreamer, the one who finds freedom in the perfectly imperfect.
Size Guide
| Size | Chest | Sleeve | Shoulder | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 108 | 57 | 52 | 60.5 |
| S | 112 | 58 | 53 | 62 |
| M | 116 | 59 | 54 | 63.5 |
| L | 120 | 60 | 55 | 65 |
| XL | 124 | 61 | 56 | 66.5 |
Model 1: 180cm / 60kg, wears size M.
Model 2: 173cm / 50kg, wears size XS.
Manual measurement may vary by 1–2cm.