Sassanid Hoodie

Sassanid Embroidered ( Bahram V ) Heavyweight Hoodie 
A premium 480GSM heavyweight hoodie inspired by Bahram Gur the epic Hunter Sassanian King of Kings of past and legend. Each piece features 200,000 machine embroidery stitches and takes approximately 18 hours to complete.

Details

• 100% cotton
• 480GSM heavyweight fabric
• 200,000 stitch embroidery
• 18 hour production time per hoodie
• Slightly oversized fit
• Unisex design

Heritage Inspiration

Bahram Gur was one of the most famous kings of the Sasanian Empire, ruling Iran from 420 to 438 CE as Bahram V. He became legendary not only as a ruler, but as a hunter, warrior, musician, and romantic hero. His nickname “Gur” is usually connected to the onager, or Persian wild ass, which he was famous for hunting.

In Iranian literature, especially the Shahnameh, Bahram Gur is portrayed as an adventurous and charismatic king who travels among ordinary people, hunts across the countryside, fights enemies, and experiences love and courtly life. Over time, the historical Bahram became almost inseparable from the legendary figure.

One of the most famous stories associated with him is his relationship with Azadeh, a harp-playing woman who accompanies him on a hunt and challenges his skill. Bahram also became a major figure in later Persian poetry, especially Nizami’s Haft Peykar, where his life is transformed into a story about kingship, love, wisdom, and the seven princesses of seven lands.

Historically, his reign also involved conflict with the Eastern Roman Empire and threats along Iran’s eastern frontier. So Bahram Gur is remembered as a figure sitting between history and myth: a real Sasanian shah who became one of the great heroic personalities of Iranian culture.

Fit

Designed with a relaxed, slightly oversized silhouette. Size down for a more fitted look.

Care

Machine wash cold
Wash inside out
Air dry recommended