Vintage Indigo Kimono Ruffle Top
This top is made from a very lightweight vintage Kimono dyed with Japanese Indigo. Aizomé 藍染 or Japanese Indigo is derived from the Persicaria Tinctoria plant, and has long been revered for its beautiful hues and antibacterial properties. From plant to dye, it takes about a year to produce, which includes a fermentation process. Different shades of blue are produced by adjusting the fermentation time. Aizomé, which has been perfected since before the 16th century has now become synonymous with Japanese textile design.
Flat garment measurements
Width: 70cm / 27.5 in
Length: 58cm / 23 in
Fits up to US 16
100% silk
dry clean only
Iron inside out on medium setting
This top is made from a very lightweight vintage Kimono dyed with Japanese Indigo. Aizomé 藍染 or Japanese Indigo is derived from the Persicaria Tinctoria plant, and has long been revered for its beautiful hues and antibacterial properties. From plant to dye, it takes about a year to produce, which includes a fermentation process. Different shades of blue are produced by adjusting the fermentation time. Aizomé, which has been perfected since before the 16th century has now become synonymous with Japanese textile design.
Flat garment measurements
Width: 70cm / 27.5 in
Length: 58cm / 23 in
Fits up to US 16
100% silk
dry clean only
Iron inside out on medium setting
This top is made from a very lightweight vintage Kimono dyed with Japanese Indigo. Aizomé 藍染 or Japanese Indigo is derived from the Persicaria Tinctoria plant, and has long been revered for its beautiful hues and antibacterial properties. From plant to dye, it takes about a year to produce, which includes a fermentation process. Different shades of blue are produced by adjusting the fermentation time. Aizomé, which has been perfected since before the 16th century has now become synonymous with Japanese textile design.
Flat garment measurements
Width: 70cm / 27.5 in
Length: 58cm / 23 in
Fits up to US 16
100% silk
dry clean only
Iron inside out on medium setting