Translated literally as “thing to wear," the Kimono is instantly recognizable as the epitome of Japanese fashion. Traditional Japanese long sleeved outer robes with varying lengths of wide sleeves are made in a wide array of fabrics and patterns. Worn by men and women of all ages, Kimonos range from extremely formal to casual and can be either a rainbow of dazzling colors and artistry or the simplest woven cotton. Antique and vintage examples can be highly collectible or cherished family heirlooms; framed, used as wall-hangings, and even for political propaganda, or simply worn in the boudoir: Kimonos are truly a unique art form. This week show us your kimonos of all types, haoris (short jacket), obis, wide sash belts inspired by obis, kimono sleeved blouses, sweaters and dresses too!
1930s Black Silk Crepe Kimono Robe With Hand Embroidered Flowers Made in Japan 1950s Silk Kimono Robe Peach Floral Print Made in Japan 1950s Kimono Robe Blue Printed Silk Made in Japan My Vintage Clothes Line on Ruby Lane https://www.rubylane.com/shop/myvintageclothesline
Antique Murasaki Violet Silk Kimono with Gold Thread Dragon Embroidery Black Silk Crepe Kimono - Taisho Period Geisha Hikizuri Trailing Kuro Tomesode 69” Long 1960s Gold and Red Brocade Kimono - Made in Japan for export Vintage 1970s Novelty Print Sarah Bernhardt / Mucha Illustrations - Kimono Styled Lounging Gown
30s black crepe short kimono with playful silver, gold and copper pekinese dogs 60s embroidered mini dress with kimono sleeves
No kimonos here (though I repaired one today, but that one is staying here ) but some patterns with kimono-inspired features: Obi-like belt: 1960s halterneck dress pattern with wide sash belt Vogue 7594 Kimono sleeves: 1940s day dress pattern Simplicity 2764 1960s day dress pattern Butterick 9172 1960s A-line dress pattern Simplicity 7979 1980s tunic and pant pattern Vogue Internationa Designers 2702 by Versace
Pink Oriental Obi Sash Dress https://www.etsy.com/listing/271612248/vintage-1960s-pink-oriental-gown-vintage
Green Oriental Inspired Cheongsam Dress https://www.etsy.com/listing/508887121/vintage-1970s-silk-cheongsam-dress
Champagne Cheongsam Gown https://www.etsy.com/listing/495408748/champagne-cheongsam-dress-vintage-1970s