A lovely blue silk furisode kimono, with dramatic roses and a wonderful sweeping phoenix design, with silver detailing.
Lovely for a bride, exquisite as a robe and magnificent as a hanging display
Fully lined
**If shown with a sash or accessories, they are not included; for display purposes only, to let you see it closed, however, all kimono require an obi or some sort of sash to hold them closed; these are always bought separately. Think of it like a skirt and blouse, you can't wear either on its own, you buy them separately and mix and match

Condition:
Condition: Excellent - some touches of silver missing from the design and minor marks on the lining
 
To judge fit on you...
Check height: Women can choose kimono that are longer than their height, as any excess material is then traditionally folded over at the waist (see below)
 
Check width: A kimono with a width that is at least 16” (40cm) greater than your hip size will fit perfectly, although if the width of the kimono is not at least 10” (25cm) greater than your hip size, your legs may be visible as you walk, there’s nothing wrong with that of course, but it’s not the traditional way
 
Sleeve length: Measure from centre back of neck, along shoulder and down the arm to the wrist, then double that and compare it with the sleeve end measurement to judge sleeve length
Adjusting the Length the traditional way: Pull up your kimono until the bottom reaches the correct length, then tie it in place round your waist with a ribbon or a koshi himo (kimono tie). Fold the excess material down over the tie. This fold-over is called ohashiori and is always present on women's kimonos. Fasten an obi or wide belt or sash around the waist, over the top of the folded over fabric, which usually shows below it

Measurements approximately:
Sleeve end to sleeve end 132cm
Sleeve seam to sleeve seam (yuki) 66cm
Sleeve depth 105cm
Length 182cm
 
 
 
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wk732 - /07/11