This clutch is made from a Furisodé Kimono, which are the most decadent type of Kimono worn by unmarried women on formal occasions. The Kanji for Furisodé 振袖 literally translates to shake/ swing and sleeves. Furisodé Kimonos are often brightly colored with gold accents, and the long sleeves swing round and round as the woman walks, a clear advertisement that she is available for marriage.
This Furisodé Kimono features a design dyed in the Katazome method - a traditional paste resist technique, finished with hand painted details.
Features gold zipper, hardware and a detachable strap.
Width: 22cm / 8.5 inches
Height: 12cm / 5 inches
Gusset: 5cm/ 2 inches
Outer: 100% silk
Inner: 100% cotton
Care: dab with dry cloth
This clutch is made from a Furisodé Kimono, which are the most decadent type of Kimono worn by unmarried women on formal occasions. The Kanji for Furisodé 振袖 literally translates to shake/ swing and sleeves. Furisodé Kimonos are often brightly colored with gold accents, and the long sleeves swing round and round as the woman walks, a clear advertisement that she is available for marriage.
This Furisodé Kimono features a design dyed in the Katazome method - a traditional paste resist technique, finished with hand painted details.
Features gold zipper, hardware and a detachable strap.
Width: 22cm / 8.5 inches
Height: 12cm / 5 inches
Gusset: 5cm/ 2 inches
Outer: 100% silk
Inner: 100% cotton
Care: dab with dry cloth
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