Blue Vintage Kimono Wide Pants (S/M)

These pants are made from vintage Tsumugi Kimono silks. Tsumugi 紬 yarns are made from irregular-shaped cocoons called Kuzumayu, which were once considered not fit for spinning even, fine silk threads. Compared to the shine of ordinary silk fabric, Tsumugi has a matte surface. Containing naturally formed slubs, Tsumugi yarns are durable, yet lightweight. Historically, Tsumugi was worn by farmers, samurai and merchants as casual wear. Although Tsumugi was once thought of as a sub-par textile, it is now highly sought after by Japanese Kimono connoisseurs.

The patterns are created from a hand weaving process called Kasuri 絣. Kasuri is a term for textiles that have been woven with threads that are dyed specifically to create patterns in the fabric as they come together in the weaving process. It requires a tremendous amount of planning as threads have to be pre-painted exactly to achieve the final pattern. It’s characterized by slightly blurred or brushed appearance, the beautiful mark of imperfections in hand-weaving.

Garment measurements:
Waist: 110cm / 43 inches
Hips 135cm / 53 inches
Length: 85cm / 33.5 inches

(Hems can be let out to 95cm / 37.5 inches)

Recommended for US sizes 4 - 10
*Hip size should not exceed 110cm / 43 inches, as the elasticated waist-band has to be pulled over the hips.

These pants can accommodate a range of sizes by adjusting the length of the waist elastic, which can be accessed easily through a discreet opening on the inside of the waistband. If you would like to have the elastic adjusted, simply email your waist measurement after purchase.

100% Silk
This silk has been pre-washed. Hand wash separately in cold water. Lay flat or hang to dry. Turn inside out and iron on warm setting.
Dry cleaning is also recommended to preserve color long-term.