The 'Deep Connection' Box Hood – Men's

Wear Your Roots. Honour the Journey.

Exclusive to root1699, the Whakapapa 'Deep Connection' Box Hood is more than just premium streetwear—it is a wearable representation of heritage, belonging, and identity. Designed with purpose, the front features a beautifully detailed Māori koru spiral, symbolising new life, growth, and enduring peace. Below it, "Whakapapa" is written in a striking, stylised script, honouring the generations that came before and the legacy being built today.

The back of the hoodie carries a powerful, grounding message. "THE LAND, THE PEOPLE, AND THE SPIRIT ARE ONE—WOVEN TOGETHER THROUGH AN ENDURING BOND OF ORIGIN, PURPOSE, AND GUARDIANSHIP."

Built on a premium 350 GSM mid-heavyweight blank, this hoodie is crafted from an anti-pill fleece made of 80% cotton and 20% recycled polyester. The 100% cotton facing ensures a smooth, flawless canvas for the intricate front and back graphics. With its relaxed drop-shoulder fit, inset sleeves, kangaroo pocket, and a clean, drawcord-free design, it offers ultimate comfort and effortless modern style.

Key Features:

• Premium Weight: Thick, durable fabric designed for warmth and longevity.
• Relaxed Fit: Drop-shoulder design for a modern, comfortable, oversized streetwear look.
• Kangaroo Pocket: Spacious front pocket for utility and warmth.
• Ribbed Cuffs & Hem: For structure and heat retention.

Care Instructions:

• Machine wash cold, inside-out, on a gentle cycle.
• Hang dry in the shade (do not tumble dry).
• Do not iron directly over the printed designs.

Fit & Sizing Details:

Model wears size large and is 5'10" / 178cm tall

The Silhouette: Modern, relaxed, and slightly boxy fit.
The Shoulders: Drop-shoulder cut for a relaxed streetwear aesthetic.
Fabric Stability: Heavy 350 GSM material is pre-shrunk during manufacturing.

Country of Origin: Made in China. Designed & Printed in New Zealand.