Tsumugi Kimono Balloon Pants - Black Kasuri (S)
These pants are made from vintage Tsumugi Kimono. Tsumugi 紬 yarns are made from irregular-shaped cocoons called Kuzumayu, which were once considered not fit for spinning even, fine silk threads. Compared to the shine of ordinary silk fabric, Tsumugi has a matte surface. Containing naturally formed slubs, Tsumugi yarns are durable, yet lightweight. Historically, Tsumugi was worn by farmers, samurai and merchants as casual wear. Although Tsumugi was once thought of as a sub-par textile, it is now highly sought after by Japanese Kimono connoisseurs.
The patterns are created from a hand weaving process called Kasuri 絣. Kasuri is a term for textiles that have been woven with threads that are dyed specifically to create patterns in the fabric as they come together in the weaving process. It requires a tremendous amount of planning as threads have to be pre-painted exactly to achieve the final pattern. It’s characterized by slightly blurred or brushed appearance, the beautiful mark of imperfections in hand-weaving.
These pants are very roomy and feature side pockets. These pants can accommodate a range of sizes by adjusting the length of the waist elastic, which can be accessed easily through a discreet opening on the inside of the waistband. If you would like to have the elastic adjusted, simply email your waist measurement after purchase.
US size Small (US 4~8)
100% silk
Hand wash in cold water, gently squeeze out water (do not wring)
Or place in laundry net and wash on delicate cycle in cold water
Lay flat or hang to dry
These pants are made from vintage Tsumugi Kimono. Tsumugi 紬 yarns are made from irregular-shaped cocoons called Kuzumayu, which were once considered not fit for spinning even, fine silk threads. Compared to the shine of ordinary silk fabric, Tsumugi has a matte surface. Containing naturally formed slubs, Tsumugi yarns are durable, yet lightweight. Historically, Tsumugi was worn by farmers, samurai and merchants as casual wear. Although Tsumugi was once thought of as a sub-par textile, it is now highly sought after by Japanese Kimono connoisseurs.
The patterns are created from a hand weaving process called Kasuri 絣. Kasuri is a term for textiles that have been woven with threads that are dyed specifically to create patterns in the fabric as they come together in the weaving process. It requires a tremendous amount of planning as threads have to be pre-painted exactly to achieve the final pattern. It’s characterized by slightly blurred or brushed appearance, the beautiful mark of imperfections in hand-weaving.
These pants are very roomy and feature side pockets. These pants can accommodate a range of sizes by adjusting the length of the waist elastic, which can be accessed easily through a discreet opening on the inside of the waistband. If you would like to have the elastic adjusted, simply email your waist measurement after purchase.
US size Small (US 4~8)
100% silk
Hand wash in cold water, gently squeeze out water (do not wring)
Or place in laundry net and wash on delicate cycle in cold water
Lay flat or hang to dry
These pants are made from vintage Tsumugi Kimono. Tsumugi 紬 yarns are made from irregular-shaped cocoons called Kuzumayu, which were once considered not fit for spinning even, fine silk threads. Compared to the shine of ordinary silk fabric, Tsumugi has a matte surface. Containing naturally formed slubs, Tsumugi yarns are durable, yet lightweight. Historically, Tsumugi was worn by farmers, samurai and merchants as casual wear. Although Tsumugi was once thought of as a sub-par textile, it is now highly sought after by Japanese Kimono connoisseurs.
The patterns are created from a hand weaving process called Kasuri 絣. Kasuri is a term for textiles that have been woven with threads that are dyed specifically to create patterns in the fabric as they come together in the weaving process. It requires a tremendous amount of planning as threads have to be pre-painted exactly to achieve the final pattern. It’s characterized by slightly blurred or brushed appearance, the beautiful mark of imperfections in hand-weaving.
These pants are very roomy and feature side pockets. These pants can accommodate a range of sizes by adjusting the length of the waist elastic, which can be accessed easily through a discreet opening on the inside of the waistband. If you would like to have the elastic adjusted, simply email your waist measurement after purchase.
US size Small (US 4~8)
100% silk
Hand wash in cold water, gently squeeze out water (do not wring)
Or place in laundry net and wash on delicate cycle in cold water
Lay flat or hang to dry