Art you Wear

You aren't just wearing prints, you're wearing paintings created by Tessa, a Asheville artist. We can't wait to grow the "collective" concept and showcase other artists' work! We hope the wearable art makes you smile and takes you on an adventure. We're honored you are here. 

Painting ⇢ Photograph ⇢ Silk screen print that looks so gorgeous, you'll believe it's actual paint

Diving into the world of Wearable Art: A message from Tessa (artist & creator of Chtapodi)

"I grew up covered in paint, pottery, and permanenet marker, dreaming of Van Gogh's Starry Night Skies..."

Several years ago, when my hair fell out with my alopecia, I wanted to feel good in my outfits and focus on something other than having every single hair on my body fall out. At the time, I was going to barre, and was teaching tennis while spending nights and weekends painting in Asheville's River Arts District. I had the idea to put one of my paintings on leggings, and went for it! The very first pair was Rainbow He'e, and I wore them to barre and got so many compliments and questions where they could get a pair.

I created the leggings to help feel more confident in my body, and it makes my heart so happy the wearable art helps others feel special, unique, confident, and beautiful.

My vision for Chtapodi (the greek word for octopus, where I saw one gliding along the ocean floor and who became the face/ legs of the brand) Collective would be to partner with numerous different artists. As Chtapodi grows, I can't wait to support and share numerous artist's work on the activeware.

In just a few weeks, I'm thrilled to partner with artist Evie Nelms with the design "Life is Werid" on a oversized black T-shirt.

If you're an artist, please reach out to hello@chtapodicollective.com, I can't wait to connect with you.

I hope my wearable art makes you smile or takes you on an adventure. I feel very honored you are here.

Painting ⇢ Legging

Painting ⇢ Legging

FAQ's

Because you are wearing a silk screen print of a painting, your gorg garment can be machine washed (cold, please!) before hanging dry :)

Exchanges, all day bby! You are also welcome to exchange with our sister site, tessalangpainter.com for a different cut of legging, material, etc. Call (or text) Tess directly at 828.713.8080 so we can find the best option for you!

Both exchange and return shipping is paid for by the customer and we will only accept returns where your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused. Please let us know ASAP if you received the wrong item or any issues so we can make it right!

Most of our leggings run true to size, but please make sure to read the size chart with each garment description so you love your Chtapodi gear as much as we do XO