Orange Shibori Zero Waste Kimono Dress

This dress is made from a vintage Kimono dyed in the Shibori 総絞りmethod. Shibori is a traditional hand tie-dye technique. Each dot is tied by hand before the textile is dipped in dye—then each dot is untied manually. A process that can take several weeks. Because of the enormous amount of labor that goes into Shibori, it is considered a high end textile.

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 16

Bust/ Waist: 140cm /55 inches
Length: 120cm / 47 inches

100% silk
Dry clean