Cranes Kuro Tomesodé Kimono Skirt Set

This top and skirt set is made from a Kuro Tomesodé 黒留袖 Kimono. Kuro Tomesodé is considered the highest ranking Kimono for married women and are customarily worn for formal occasions such as weddings. Kuro Tomesodé is considered more formal than its sister Iro (color) Tomesodé 色留袖. Tomesodé Kimonos often feature one to five crests—the greater number of crests, the higher the rank.

This Tomesodé is hand painted in the Yūzen 友禅染 style, a Japanese resist dyeing technique using rice-paste, which may be drawn freehand or applied by stencil, and the the paste keeps the dye areas separated. The technique was named after Miyazaki Yūzen, a famous 17th century fan painter. The design features cranes flying above a Soribashi, a traditional curved bridge. Cranes play an important role in Japanese folklore as characters representing sacrifice and loyalty, they are said to live one thousand years and symbolize long life.

The skirt has delicate belt hoops to accommodate the matching sash, made from the original collar construction. The top is features a round neckline and a crest at each shoulder, mimicking the original Kimono design.

Top measurements:
Bust/ Waist: 140cm /55 inches
Length: 50cm / 20 inches

Skirt measurements:
Waist/ hip: 140cm/ 55in
Length: 86cm / 34 inches
Side slit on the right

Fits up to US size 16

This skirt 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 would like to have the elastic adjusted before shipment, simply send and email with your waist measurement after purchase.

100% silk
Dry clean only