Painting → Photograph → Silkscreen

In 2015, all of my hair fell out with my alopecia. For years I hid and cried and was embarrassed to be seen (and it took me several years to even let my husband see me bald.)

10 years later, I did the scariest thing and went to the state fair completely bald, eyebrows and all. I've never been more terrified and have my "fight or flight" instincts going haywire for hours. But you know what? I ended the night feeling totally empowered.

I was terrified people would be mean. Make comments. Say I was ugly. But you know what? None of my fears came true. People were kind and compassionate.

I never felt so vulnerable in my life, and I ended up having a night filled with love and support from my friends and having so much fun.

I started putting my art on clothing to help feel more confident, live boldly and celebrate feeling beautiful on the outside and inside. Thanks for coming on this journey with me. 🫶 - Tess

All Leggings

If you're new to Chtapodi (the Greek word for octopus, where I spotted one gliding along the ocean floor and who became the face ahem legs of the brand,) I accept returns and exchanges, ship USA orders for free from my warehouse (emphasis on the house, because they are in my home in Asheville) and I make sure the quality of each piece is perfect.

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There's an Octopus Climbing Up My Leg... Legging
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Buddha Babe Legging

Buddha Babe Legging
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Cenote Dos Ojos Legging

Cenote Dos Ojos Legging
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Tigers & Toucs Legging

Tigers & Toucs Legging
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Duel Duelo Legging

Duel Duelo Legging
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Rainbow He'e Legging

Rainbow He'e Legging
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Pandas & Peacocks | Racket Sport

Pandas & Peacocks | Racket Sport
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Tigers & Toucs | Racket Sport

Tigers & Toucs | Racket Sport
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Boho Bliss Legging

Boho Bliss Legging
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tennis pants

Push Pop Octo Drop | Racket Sport
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↩️ Easy Returns/ Exchanges

Yes, I accept returns and exchanges! I want you to love your Chtapodi wearable art as much as I loved creating it. Please email Tess at hello@chtapodicollective.com and she will get you taken care of ASAP. I treasure you as a customer!

📫 Free Shipping

All USA orders, straight from the warehouse (i.e. Tessa's house in Asheville, NC.)

👌 Premium Quality

Chtapodi (the Greek word for octopus) combines Tessa's love of art & activeware. Tessa personally ensures every piece meets the highest standards of quality, beauty, function and feel- so you can look incredible from the studio to the streets.