Indigo Chrysanthemum Zero Waste Kimono Dress
This dress is made from a vintage Kimono dyed with 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.
A beloved flower in Japan, the chrysanthemum has been cultivated since ancient times for their beauty and medicinal purposes. The flower became the symbol of the imperial family in the Kamakura period, and represents nobility and longevity. The weave is called Chirimen 縮緬 a traditional Japanese weaving technique developed in the late 16th century. The weft threads are tighter than the warp threads during weaving process, which gives the fabric unique texture. This is a medium-weight Chirimen.
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 Kimono dyed with 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.
A beloved flower in Japan, the chrysanthemum has been cultivated since ancient times for their beauty and medicinal purposes. The flower became the symbol of the imperial family in the Kamakura period, and represents nobility and longevity. The weave is called Chirimen 縮緬 a traditional Japanese weaving technique developed in the late 16th century. The weft threads are tighter than the warp threads during weaving process, which gives the fabric unique texture. This is a medium-weight Chirimen.
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 Kimono dyed with 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.
A beloved flower in Japan, the chrysanthemum has been cultivated since ancient times for their beauty and medicinal purposes. The flower became the symbol of the imperial family in the Kamakura period, and represents nobility and longevity. The weave is called Chirimen 縮緬 a traditional Japanese weaving technique developed in the late 16th century. The weft threads are tighter than the warp threads during weaving process, which gives the fabric unique texture. This is a medium-weight Chirimen.
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