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Vintage Nfuji Kimono
Vintage Nfuji Kimono

Vintage Nfuji Kimono

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This vintage Nfuji kimono is a striking piece of wearable art that reflects the elegance and

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Mid-20th Century Coats and Outerwear

Kenzo 'kimono' jacket
Kenzo 'kimono' jacket

Kenzo 'kimono' jacket

By Kenzo

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

KENZO - Black satin and velvet kimono jacket emrboidered with a pearl and rhinestone flower pattern

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2010s Jackets

Green Kimono Uchikake
Green Kimono Uchikake

Green Kimono Uchikake

Located in Milano, IT

Green Kimono Uchikake is a gorgeous and majestic Japanese uchikake silk wedding kimono fully

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Dragon Embroidered Kimono
Dragon Embroidered Kimono

Dragon Embroidered Kimono

Located in New York, NY

Mid Century Dragon Embroidered Kimono in ivory silk broadcloth with elaborately hand embroidered

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1940s Japanese Robes

Vintage Short Kimono
Vintage Short Kimono

Vintage Short Kimono

Located in London, GB

An interesting vintage short kimono. The kimono has an unusual and interesting print showing

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1970s Japanese Coats and Outerwear

Silk printed kimono ETRO
Silk printed kimono ETRO

Silk printed kimono ETRO

By Etro

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Silk printed kimono. Yellow silk lining. Split on both side. One size / oversize

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2010s Italian Robes

Vintage Japanese Silk Kimono
Vintage Japanese Silk Kimono

Vintage Japanese Silk Kimono

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Beautiful Silk print Silk Kimono in floral print.

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1970s Unknown Evening Dresses

Collection Privée Japanese Kimono - '80s
Collection Privée Japanese Kimono - '80s

Collection Privée Japanese Kimono - '80s

Located in Milano, IT

Kimono from a private collection, originally bought in Japan. Made from black silk blend with

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1980s Kaftans

Vintage Flower Pattern Kimono Jacket
Vintage Flower Pattern Kimono Jacket

Vintage Flower Pattern Kimono Jacket

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Flower pattern kimono jacket in orange, red, and golden tones on a white background. Additional

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21st Century and Contemporary Jackets

Tropical Rayon Print Kimono, 1940s
Tropical Rayon Print Kimono, 1940s

Tropical Rayon Print Kimono, 1940s

Located in New York, NY

Rayon 1940s kimono printed with wonderful tropical flowering pineapples and leafy fronds, in

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1940s American Robes

1940s Silk Multicolor Printed Kimono
1940s Silk Multicolor Printed Kimono

1940s Silk Multicolor Printed Kimono

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Introducing our 1940s Silk Multicolor Printed Kimono, a true work of art that beautifully fuses

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1940s Jackets

Vintage Blue Silk Kimono with Embroidery
Vintage Blue Silk Kimono with Embroidery

Vintage Blue Silk Kimono with Embroidery

Located in London, GB

A stunning vintage kimono, in a blue silk with embroidery detail. The kimono is in a blue silk with

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1970s Japanese Caftans

Vintage Kimono with Embroidered Phoenix.
Vintage Kimono with Embroidered Phoenix.

Vintage Kimono with Embroidered Phoenix.

Located in London, GB

A vintage Japanese kimono, made for the western market. The kimono has wonderful embroidery of a

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1970s Japanese Coats and Outerwear

Vintage Rust Colour Silk Kimono
Vintage Rust Colour Silk Kimono

Vintage Rust Colour Silk Kimono

Located in London, GB

A chic and easy to wear short kimono. This kimono has a square neckine and fastens with poppers

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1980s Japanese Coats and Outerwear

1940s Black Grosgrain Kimono Style Jacket
1940s Black Grosgrain Kimono Style Jacket

1940s Black Grosgrain Kimono Style Jacket

Located in London, GB

This original late 1940s kimono style jacket is tailored from a rich black, man-made grosgrain

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1940s American Jackets

1970s Handmade Japanese Multicolor Silk Kimono
1970s Handmade Japanese Multicolor Silk Kimono

1970s Handmade Japanese Multicolor Silk Kimono

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Introducing the 1970s Handmade Japanese Multicolor Silk Kimono—an exquisite and whimsical treasure

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1970s Japanese Robes

1970s Handmade Japanese Ivory Silk Kimono
1970s Handmade Japanese Ivory Silk Kimono

1970s Handmade Japanese Ivory Silk Kimono

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Introducing the 1970s Handmade Japanese Ivory Silk Kimono—an exquisite and one-of-a-kind treasure

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1970s Japanese Robes

1970s Handmade Japanese Red Cotton Kimono
1970s Handmade Japanese Red Cotton Kimono

1970s Handmade Japanese Red Cotton Kimono

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Introducing the 1970s Handmade Japanese Red Cotton Kimono—an enchanting and vibrant treasure that

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1970s Japanese Robes

Vintage Black Kimono with Gold Dragon Embroidery
Vintage Black Kimono with Gold Dragon Embroidery

Vintage Black Kimono with Gold Dragon Embroidery

Located in London, GB

A stunning vintage kimono. In black silk with dragon embroidery. The dragons are in a combination

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1960s Japanese Caftans

Antique Chinese Silk Kimono or Robe
Antique Chinese Silk Kimono or Robe

Antique Chinese Silk Kimono or Robe

Located in Sharon, CT

Offering an Antique Chinese Silk Kimono, patterned light blue silk, with a lining in white silk

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1920s Chinese Chinese Dresses

1960s Japanese Silk Screen Printed Tomesode Kimono
1960s Japanese Silk Screen Printed Tomesode Kimono

1960s Japanese Silk Screen Printed Tomesode Kimono

Located in London, GB

This 1960s Japanese tomesode kimono is a striking example of postwar textile artistry, crafted from

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1960s Japanese Robes

1930s Scenery Print & Silk Kimono Overcoat
1930s Scenery Print & Silk Kimono Overcoat

1930s Scenery Print & Silk Kimono Overcoat

Located in Geneva, CH

Fabulous museum quality esrly 30s silk kimono overcoat.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Loungewear

Vintage Blue Kimono with Wonderful Dragon Embroidery
Vintage Blue Kimono with Wonderful Dragon Embroidery

Vintage Blue Kimono with Wonderful Dragon Embroidery

Located in London, GB

A stunning vintage kimono by Ichi Ban of Japan. In a navy blue cotton , the kimono has stunning

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1970s Japanese Robes

Crêpe kimono jacket JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER CLASSIQUE
Crêpe kimono jacket JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER CLASSIQUE

Crêpe kimono jacket JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER CLASSIQUE

By Jean Paul Gaultier Classique

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Crêpe kimono jacket . Fabric composition: 54% silk, 46% acetate. Pocket on both side. SIZE M

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Early 2000s Italian Jackets

Roberto Cavalli Silk Chinoiserie Kimono, SS 2003
Roberto Cavalli Silk Chinoiserie Kimono, SS 2003

Roberto Cavalli Silk Chinoiserie Kimono, SS 2003

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Marlborough, GB

Roberto Cavalli silk chinoiserie print kimono, Spring Summer 2003 An undeniably iconic print from

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Early 2000s Italian Jackets

Vintage Wedding Kimono with Iris Design
Vintage Wedding Kimono with Iris Design

Vintage Wedding Kimono with Iris Design

Located in London, GB

A rare example of a red and gold thread kimono with a design of multicoloured iris. .The meaning of

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1980s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Joan Miro Benedikt Taschen Vintage Kimono
Joan Miro Benedikt Taschen Vintage Kimono

Joan Miro Benedikt Taschen Vintage Kimono

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Collectors -item This vintage kimono by Joan Miro with "The litle fair girl in the park" art

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1980s German Loungewear

Gareth Pugh New Silk Kimono Top
Gareth Pugh New Silk Kimono Top

Gareth Pugh New Silk Kimono Top

By Gareth Pugh

Located in Water Mill, NY

An incredible pale taupe silk jacket top by Gareth Pugh. It has a curved bateau neckline and a front yoke incorporating the wide cuffed sleeves. The back has a separating zipper and ...

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2010s Italian Jackets

1930's Silk Velvet Kimono Jacket
1930's Silk Velvet Kimono Jacket

1930's Silk Velvet Kimono Jacket

Located in New York, NY

Luxurious floral print silk velvet kimono sleeved jacket in a palette of oranges, browns and greens

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1930s French Jackets

Vintage Japanese Black Silk Kimono 1960's
Vintage Japanese Black Silk Kimono 1960's

Vintage Japanese Black Silk Kimono 1960's

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage fine Japanese black silk kimono. circa 1960s. A wonderful textile for collectors. Classic

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Caftans

Vintage Red Silk Kimono with Gold Dragon Embroidery
Vintage Red Silk Kimono with Gold Dragon Embroidery

Vintage Red Silk Kimono with Gold Dragon Embroidery

Located in London, GB

A wonderful vintage kimono with gold dragon embroidery. The kimono is in a soft red silk, with

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1950s Japanese Coats

Vintage Blue Kimono with unusual Sparkle Detail
Vintage Blue Kimono with unusual Sparkle Detail

Vintage Blue Kimono with unusual Sparkle Detail

Located in London, GB

An unusual and interesting vintage kimono. The kimono is in a midnight blue colour, with a blue

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1980s Japanese Coats and Outerwear

1970s Handmade Japanese Pink Cotton Long Kimono
1970s Handmade Japanese Pink Cotton Long Kimono

1970s Handmade Japanese Pink Cotton Long Kimono

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Do not miss out on the 1970s Handmade Japanese Pink Cotton Long Kimono—a captivating and unique

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1970s Japanese Robes

Vintage Japanese Purple Blue Bird Kimono Jacket
Vintage Japanese Purple Blue Bird Kimono Jacket

Vintage Japanese Purple Blue Bird Kimono Jacket

Located in Boca Raton, FL

While the variety and particularity of kimono types can be complex, the cut of a kimono is

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1940s Japanese Jackets

Vintage Kimono Silk Brocade Japanese Ceremonial Gown
Vintage Kimono Silk Brocade Japanese Ceremonial Gown

Vintage Kimono Silk Brocade Japanese Ceremonial Gown

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

A vintage Mid-Century ivory color silk brocade collectable Japanese ceremonial kimono. One of a

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20th Century Japanese Wedding Dresses

Vintage Japanese Kimono Silk Brocade Ceremonial Dress
Vintage Japanese Kimono Silk Brocade Ceremonial Dress

Vintage Japanese Kimono Silk Brocade Ceremonial Dress

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

A vintage Mid-Century ivory color silk brocade collectable Japanese ceremonial kimono. One of a

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20th Century Japanese Evening Gowns

Black Short Hari /Kimono with Pheasant Design
Black Short Hari /Kimono with Pheasant Design

Black Short Hari /Kimono with Pheasant Design

Located in London, GB

A chic and easy to wear black short hari (kimono) , with pheasant decoration that is hand

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1980s Japanese Jackets

Vintage Long Blue Kimono with Rose Detail
Vintage Long Blue Kimono with Rose Detail

Vintage Long Blue Kimono with Rose Detail

Located in London, GB

A vintage kimono from Kyoto dating from the 1980s. It has flowers on a blue background

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1980s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Japanese Magenta Silk Print Kimono Jacket
Vintage Japanese Magenta Silk Print Kimono Jacket

Vintage Japanese Magenta Silk Print Kimono Jacket

Located in Boca Raton, FL

aesthetic. The traditional Japanese kimono, often featuring vivid yet pastel hues and floral embroidery is

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1970s Japanese Jackets

Vintage Japanese Magenta Silk Print Kimono Jacket
Vintage Japanese Magenta Silk Print Kimono Jacket

Vintage Japanese Magenta Silk Print Kimono Jacket

Located in Boca Raton, FL

aesthetic. The traditional Japanese kimono, often featuring vivid yet pastel hues and floral embroidery is

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1970s Japanese Jackets

Japanese "Shades of Greens Bamboo" Silk Kimono
Japanese "Shades of Greens Bamboo" Silk Kimono

Japanese "Shades of Greens Bamboo" Silk Kimono

Located in New York, NY

This wonderful Japanese "Shades of greens bamboo" silk kimono measures 58"

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1970s Japanese Loungewear

Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Kimono Coat
Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Kimono Coat

Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Kimono Coat

Located in Amsterdam, NL

matching belt. Can be worn over jeans, bikini, a dress as Kimono or as evening robe. Appears to be about

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20th Century Coats and Outerwear

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Kimonos

With a history that spans more than 1,000 years, the kimono has amply earned this simple yet emphatic translation. The uncomplicated T-shape design, cut from a single bolt of (usually glorious) cloth, was protected by law in 1950, deemed bunkazai hogo ho, “cultural property,” something that provides insight into Japan’s art, history and way of life.

But the garment’s allure knows no boundaries, national or otherwise. “You can’t love fashion and textiles without loving kimonos,” says Katy Rodriguez, founder of the luxury vintage design boutique Resurrection. Adds Bridgette Morphew, owner of the eponymous Morphew, “It’s unisex and appeals to all sizes and ages.”

It’s the kimono’s balance between two competing identities — cultural icon and fashionable attire — that underlies its attraction today.

But here’s the thing: More likely than not, we’ve got the kimono all wrong. We gaze at elegant images of geisha from our limited Western perspective and think with reverence, “How timeless! How unchanging!” Not true, insist the curators of two exhibitions that opened in 2020. 

Browse a collection of kimonos on 1stDibs, and read about the history of this garment at The Study.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

Questions About Kimonos
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To respectfully wear a kimono, first wrap it left over right. Then, position the collar so that the opening is between one and two fists wide. Wear the obi or sash in the back. Find a range of kimonos on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Kimono sleeves mimic the sleeves on traditional Japanese dresses known as kimonos. The sleeves are cut in one piece with the bodice as opposed to being cut and sewn on the bodice separately.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Kimono shirts are a traditional Japanese garment. It is characterized by its open front and boxy ‘T’ shape. A kimono shirt can be a solid color or feature a vibrant all-over pattern. Shop a collection of kimono shirts from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A kimono stand is the setting for displaying your ornate Japanese textile. The robe's exquisite needlework is highlighted by the stand, which also protects it from the stress that could cause the seams to separate. Traditional ikou, or kimono stands, are huge, expensive, and often hard to come by.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Kimonos are traditional Japanese garments often crafted with silk material. The kimono is T-shaped with rectangular sleeves, and is wrapped left over right and secured with a sash or “obi”. You can shop a collection of silk kimonos from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, authentic Japanese kimonos are made of silk. Mulberry silk, which comes from the mulberry silkworm and accounts for around 90 percent of the world’s silk, is the most popular type used to make kimonos. Shop a selection of authentic silk kimonos on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A wedding kimono is also known as the shiromuku. The shiromuku is entirely white, as is the bride's entire outfit, from her outer robe, called the uchikake, to the kimono worn beneath the robe, known as the kakeshita. Shiromuku wedding kimonos are typically made of a rich fabric such as silk or satin and feature elaborate embroidery and beading. Shop a range of vintage wedding kimonos on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Japanese kimono is sometimes called a gofuku. However, you will most often see it referred to as a kimono. The garment developed from traditional silk robes worn in China during the Wu dynasty. You'll find a collection of kimonos on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To store an old kimono, first air it out for roughly four hours to eliminate moisture. Then, use an emonkake, a hanger designed specifically for kimonos, to hang it in a dry, dark location. Shop a collection of vintage kimonos on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a kimono is made from silk, look for silk’s signature pearlescence, sheen and luster. Run your fingers over the fabric — it should feel smooth. Hold the kimono up from a single point at the neck. The fabric and it should drape luxuriously. If the fabric has a flat sheen, feels rough, or doesn’t drape well, it’s probably not real silk. Shop a collection of authentic silk kimonos from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The difference between a haori and a kimono is how you wear it. The kimono is a wrap-around garment worn like a dress, while a haori is a jacket worn over top of a kimono or other clothing. You'll find a collection of traditional Japanese apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The kimono jacket is called a haori. It's a hip- or thigh-length jacket worn over a kimono, an article of traditional Japanese clothing. The haori is normally designed with a tiny collar and two thin, triangular panels sewed onto each side seam. Two short cords, known as haori himo, are normally tied in the front of the haori and attached to small loops stitched inside the garment.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A kimono-style robe, or kimono, is a long loose outer garment like a robe. It is a traditional Japanese garment and the national dress of the country. It is a T-shaped, wrapped-front garment. The kimono features square sleeves and a rectangular body. It has numerous parts and in Japan, it isn’t worn everyday as it is reserved mainly for special occasions like weddings and festivals. Find kimonos today on 1stDibs.

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