Maharishi releases the Maha Year of the Crane collection, incorporating a diverse range of styles that pay tribute to the crane’s ancient and widespread symbolic value—though not an official part of the Chinese zodiac, the Maha Year of the Crane has been conceptualised to honour the bird’s associations with longevity, peace, and grace—alongside a series of pacifist-military designs representing Maharishi’s values of sustainability and innovation.

The collection incorporates artworks that reflect the crane’s symbolism to express a narrative of harmony. White Crane Kung Fu, originating in 17th-century Fujian and inspired by the graceful, evasive movements of cranes, embodies themes of balance, resilience, and inner strength—qualities also reflected in the cultural symbolism of cranes across Asia. Furthermore, origami cranes, especially through the story of Sadako Sasaki, have become global symbols of healing and hope, as illustrated in Hardy Blechman’s book DPM: Disruptive Pattern Material. The crane is reimagined through several artworks in this collection, from classic depictions and origami cranes, to juxtapositions with mechanical cranes that reference Maharishi’s respect for technological innovation.

The Art of War capsule draws inspiration from Sun Tzu’s ancient text of the same name, reinterpreting its strategic wisdom through the lens of peaceful resistance and mindful design. Rather than glorifying conflict, the collection reflects the book’s core philosophy—that true mastery lies in winning without fighting. This ethos is echoed in Maharishi’s use of traditional military references—such as field jackets, cargo pants, and camouflage—not as tools of aggression, but as canvases for peaceful artistic expression.

Maharishi’s signature camouflage, DPM: Bonsai Forest, is intricately applied to staple silhouettes like Original Snopants® using sashiko-style embroidery that gives the pattern a layer of textured depth. The traditional Japanese stitching forms rhythmic, grain-like patterns across the camo, elevating the garment with durability and detail. The camo is also reinterpreted in DPM: Distorted Bonsai Forest, a warped and more muted evolution of the original pattern, offering a subtler, abstracted aesthetic while retaining its symbolic connection to nature and pacifism.