Vintage Ume Tsukesage Kimono Top
This top is made from a vintage Tsukesage Kimono, which are considered semi-formal. The design features Umé 梅 or plum blossoms. Plum trees were initially introduced to Japan from China and were considered ornamental trees intended for the gardens of the nobility and public spaces. Associated with good fortune, plum blossoms, plums, and the trees are thought to ward off evil. They are often planted around shrines, temples and other spiritual areas.
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 size changes. This method of construction does not produce any waste. As a nod to this zero-waste philosophy, this top is made using the full width of Kimono silk and features a rounded neckline.
Flat garment measurements
Width: 70cm / 27.5 in
Length: 52cm / 20.5 in
Fits up to US 16
100% silk
dry clean only
Iron inside out on medium setting
This top is made from a vintage Tsukesage Kimono, which are considered semi-formal. The design features Umé 梅 or plum blossoms. Plum trees were initially introduced to Japan from China and were considered ornamental trees intended for the gardens of the nobility and public spaces. Associated with good fortune, plum blossoms, plums, and the trees are thought to ward off evil. They are often planted around shrines, temples and other spiritual areas.
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 size changes. This method of construction does not produce any waste. As a nod to this zero-waste philosophy, this top is made using the full width of Kimono silk and features a rounded neckline.
Flat garment measurements
Width: 70cm / 27.5 in
Length: 52cm / 20.5 in
Fits up to US 16
100% silk
dry clean only
Iron inside out on medium setting
This top is made from a vintage Tsukesage Kimono, which are considered semi-formal. The design features Umé 梅 or plum blossoms. Plum trees were initially introduced to Japan from China and were considered ornamental trees intended for the gardens of the nobility and public spaces. Associated with good fortune, plum blossoms, plums, and the trees are thought to ward off evil. They are often planted around shrines, temples and other spiritual areas.
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 size changes. This method of construction does not produce any waste. As a nod to this zero-waste philosophy, this top is made using the full width of Kimono silk and features a rounded neckline.
Flat garment measurements
Width: 70cm / 27.5 in
Length: 52cm / 20.5 in
Fits up to US 16
100% silk
dry clean only
Iron inside out on medium setting