Vintage Ume Katazome Kimono Shift Dress (M)

$350.00

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 Medium

Garment measurements
Bust: 104cm / 41 in
Waist: 102cm / 40.5 in
Hip: 113cm / 45 in
Length: 96cm / 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 Medium

Garment measurements
Bust: 104cm / 41 in
Waist: 102cm / 40.5 in
Hip: 113cm / 45 in
Length: 96cm / 38 in

100% silk
Dry clean