Pale Turquoise Silk Kimono Duster-Fans 8.12.23 snof many hours were spent decorating

many hours were spent decorating the kimono from which this scarf was made

elegant comfort

The jacket transforms into a completely new garment when worn inside out

The hand-painted flowers in vibrant shades of orange

The silk is from a shibori vintage kimono

Pale Turquoise Silk Kimono Duster-Fans 8.12.23 snof many hours were spent decoratingThis is an exquisitely made kimono that features hand painted yuzen fans that have gold stenciling. The design matches beautifully at the seams which is an indication of a very high level of artisanship. The pale blue silk has bokashi gradations of color. It was a furisode kimono with flowing long sleeves created for an unmarried woman, the equivalent of a ballgown, for very formal events. It is a unique work of art that needs to back in the world