Iromuji Seigaiha Zero Waste Kimono Dress

This dress is made from a vintage Iromuji 色無地 Kimono. Iromuji are a versatile type of Kimono that can be worn casually or for semi-formal occasions such as tea ceremonies. Iromuji Kimono are always solid color, and often feature designs woven into the silk. This Kimono features Seigaiha 青海波, which means “blue ocean wave” and is a common motif in traditional Japanese design. 

Traditionally, Kimonos are constructed from narrow bolts of silk that are cut into seven rectangular pieces, then folded and overlapped to fit the body. At any time, the pieces can be taken apart and sewn back together to accommodate weight fluctuations, or if the Kimono is passed onto another person with different height. This method does not produce any waste. As a nod to this zero-waste philosophy, the Zero-Waste Kimono Dress is made using the main body of the Kimono. The belt is made from the longest piece that makes up the collar. The boxy shape of the dress lends itself to a loose fit, highlighting the beautiful drape of silk.

Fits up to US 14

Bust/ Waist: 130cm /51 inches
Length: 110cm / 43.5 inches

100% silk
Dry clean