Vintage Furisode Kimono Shift Dress (L)

$450.00

This shift dress is made from a vintage Furisode Kimono. Furisodé Kimono 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 semi-fitted dress has a slight A-line with bust darts for elegant shaping, and set-in sleeves for a classic look.

Fits US women’s size Large

Garment measurements
Bust: 114cm / 45 in
Waist: 112cm / 44 in
Hip: 123cm / 48 in
Length: 97cm / 38 in

100% silk
Dry clean

This shift dress is made from a vintage Furisode Kimono. Furisodé Kimono 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 semi-fitted dress has a slight A-line with bust darts for elegant shaping, and set-in sleeves for a classic look.

Fits US women’s size Large

Garment measurements
Bust: 114cm / 45 in
Waist: 112cm / 44 in
Hip: 123cm / 48 in
Length: 97cm / 38 in

100% silk
Dry clean