Black Umé Komon Zero Waste Kimono Dress
This dress is made from a vintage Komon Kimono. Komon 小紋 means small design. They are considered casual and can be worn for every day. The designs vary widely but as a rule, covers the entirety of the Kimono. Umé 梅 meaning plum blossom is a common motif in Japanese textile design. Japan often celebrates the blooming of plum blossoms with plum festivals (Umé matsuri) that take place all over the country. The Umé is considered protection against evil, and plum trees are planted in the northeastern edge of gardens because evil is thought to come from that direction.
Traditionally, Kimonos are constructed from narrow bolts of silk that are cut into eight 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 and features a v-neck in front and back.
The boxy shape of the dress lends itself to a loose fit, highlighting the beautiful drape of silk. The dress can be worn with or without a belt, which is made from the longest piece of the collar construction.
Fits up to US 16 with a lot of ease
Garment measurements
Bust/ Waist: 140cm /55 inches
Length: 125cm / 49 inches
100% silk
Dry clean only
This dress is made from a vintage Komon Kimono. Komon 小紋 means small design. They are considered casual and can be worn for every day. The designs vary widely but as a rule, covers the entirety of the Kimono. Umé 梅 meaning plum blossom is a common motif in Japanese textile design. Japan often celebrates the blooming of plum blossoms with plum festivals (Umé matsuri) that take place all over the country. The Umé is considered protection against evil, and plum trees are planted in the northeastern edge of gardens because evil is thought to come from that direction.
Traditionally, Kimonos are constructed from narrow bolts of silk that are cut into eight 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 and features a v-neck in front and back.
The boxy shape of the dress lends itself to a loose fit, highlighting the beautiful drape of silk. The dress can be worn with or without a belt, which is made from the longest piece of the collar construction.
Fits up to US 16 with a lot of ease
Garment measurements
Bust/ Waist: 140cm /55 inches
Length: 125cm / 49 inches
100% silk
Dry clean only
This dress is made from a vintage Komon Kimono. Komon 小紋 means small design. They are considered casual and can be worn for every day. The designs vary widely but as a rule, covers the entirety of the Kimono. Umé 梅 meaning plum blossom is a common motif in Japanese textile design. Japan often celebrates the blooming of plum blossoms with plum festivals (Umé matsuri) that take place all over the country. The Umé is considered protection against evil, and plum trees are planted in the northeastern edge of gardens because evil is thought to come from that direction.
Traditionally, Kimonos are constructed from narrow bolts of silk that are cut into eight 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 and features a v-neck in front and back.
The boxy shape of the dress lends itself to a loose fit, highlighting the beautiful drape of silk. The dress can be worn with or without a belt, which is made from the longest piece of the collar construction.
Fits up to US 16 with a lot of ease
Garment measurements
Bust/ Waist: 140cm /55 inches
Length: 125cm / 49 inches
100% silk
Dry clean only