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Dolce & Gabbana Floral Silk Blouse & Trouser Set Size XXL
Dolce & Gabbana Floral Silk Blouse & Trouser Set Size XXL

Dolce & Gabbana Floral Silk Blouse & Trouser Set Size XXL

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

Kimono top Round neck Wide sleeves Back snap button fastening Cropped trousers High

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21st Century and Contemporary Twin Sets

Zandra Rhodes Blue Pink Pleated Shell Print Caftan Dress 1970S
Zandra Rhodes Blue Pink Pleated Shell Print Caftan Dress 1970S

Zandra Rhodes Blue Pink Pleated Shell Print Caftan Dress 1970S

By Dame Zandra Rhodes

Located in Boca Raton, FL

the overall garment a crinkled texture and a sense of volume that intensifies the dropped kimono style

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1970s British Caftans

Beaded Evening Gown
Beaded Evening Gown

Beaded Evening Gown

Located in New Hope, PA

takes its' shape from the Orient, short, collarless, with wide kimono style sleeves. It closes with

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1960s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel 2pc Light Pink  Jacket and Skirt Set
Chanel 2pc Light Pink  Jacket and Skirt Set

Chanel 2pc Light Pink Jacket and Skirt Set

By Chanel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

's. The jacket is silk lined with five buttons down the front, two front patch pockets, and kimono

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1980s French Skirt Suits

Christian Dior by John Galliano Saffron Silk Tunic and Slip Ensemble, FW 1999
Christian Dior by John Galliano Saffron Silk Tunic and Slip Ensemble, FW 1999

Christian Dior by John Galliano Saffron Silk Tunic and Slip Ensemble, FW 1999

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

traditional Japanese kimono, the tunic is constructed with wide, exaggerated sleeves, a diagonally draped

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s POLKA DOT PRINCESS CUT DRESS
1950s POLKA DOT PRINCESS CUT DRESS

1950s POLKA DOT PRINCESS CUT DRESS

Located in New York, NY

have it! I love the half-length sleeves (which feel very 1950s) with the kimono-cut shoulder. The polka

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1950s American Princess Cut Dresses

Vintage 1920's Pongee Silk Floral Robe UK 8-14 US 4-10
Vintage 1920's Pongee Silk Floral Robe UK 8-14 US 4-10

Vintage 1920's Pongee Silk Floral Robe UK 8-14 US 4-10

Located in Nashville, TN

length kimono sleeves, and an open neckline front. Her wonderful border lapel, frames the open cut of the

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1920s Robes

Proenza Schouler Fall 2012 Brocade Dress / Coat
Proenza Schouler Fall 2012 Brocade Dress / Coat

Proenza Schouler Fall 2012 Brocade Dress / Coat

By Proenza Schouler

Located in Boca Raton, FL

, navy, white, black, and gold, this dress is a sophisticated and modern take on the kimono. The brocade

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2010s American Coats and Outerwear

Stavropoulos 70s Burgundy Silk Jersey Gown
Stavropoulos 70s Burgundy Silk Jersey Gown

Stavropoulos 70s Burgundy Silk Jersey Gown

By George Stavropoulos

Located in Gresham, OR

toward stiffness and a boxy silhouette, Stavropoulos designed unconstrained kimono-sleeved jackets and

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1970s Evening Gowns

Vintage Patchwork Kimono
Vintage Patchwork Kimono

Vintage Patchwork Kimono

Located in London, GB

A fun vintage kimono for Spring. The kimono has an ivory background with multicolour and gold patch

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1980s Japanese Coats and Outerwear

1920s Silk Kimono
1920s Silk Kimono

1920s Silk Kimono

Located in New York, NY

1920s Silk Kimono

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1920s Japanese Robes

1920s Silk Kimono
1920s Silk Kimono

1920s Silk Kimono

Located in New York, NY

1920s Silk Kimono

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1920s Japanese Jackets

Vintage Wedding Kimono
Vintage Wedding Kimono

Vintage Wedding Kimono

Located in London, GB

A stunning vintage wedding kimono. The kimono has a white /ivory background, and is heavily

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1980s Japanese Coats and Outerwear

Gucci Fringed Kimono
Gucci Fringed Kimono

Gucci Fringed Kimono

By Gucci

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful kimono made from a vintage Gucci scarf.

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Late 20th Century Italian Shawls

McQueen Tartan Kimono
McQueen Tartan Kimono

McQueen Tartan Kimono

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Red tartan plaid kimono with embroidered flowers. Look #35 from the men's collection AW 2006

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21st Century and Contemporary British Blouses

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

Mid century embroidered Kimono
Mid century embroidered Kimono

Mid century embroidered Kimono

Located in New York, NY

Mid century embroidered Kimono

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Jackets

1920s Printed Silk Kimono
1920s Printed Silk Kimono

1920s Printed Silk Kimono

Located in New York, NY

1920s Printed Silk Kimono

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Early 20th Century Japanese Jackets

Obi Asian Kimono Vest
Obi Asian Kimono Vest

Obi Asian Kimono Vest

Located in New York, NY

Obi Asian Kimono Vest

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1950s Japanese Vests

Edwardian Hand-Embroidered Kimono
Edwardian Hand-Embroidered Kimono

Edwardian Hand-Embroidered Kimono

Located in New York, NY

Edwardian Hand-Embroidered Kimono

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Early 1900s Japanese Robes

Hand Embroidered Fringed Kimono
Hand Embroidered Fringed Kimono

Hand Embroidered Fringed Kimono

Located in New York, NY

Hand Embroidered Fringed Kimono

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Early 20th Century Chinese Shawls

Shibori Silk Embroidered Kimono
Shibori Silk Embroidered Kimono

Shibori Silk Embroidered Kimono

Located in New York, NY

Shibori Silk Embroidered Kimono

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20th Century Japanese Shawls

Stunning Vintage Wedding Kimono
Stunning Vintage Wedding Kimono

Stunning Vintage Wedding Kimono

Located in London, GB

A headturning wedding kimono dating from the 1980s. The kimono has some wonderfu embroidery with a

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1980s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Phenomenal Embroidered Japanese Kimono
Phenomenal Embroidered Japanese Kimono

Phenomenal Embroidered Japanese Kimono

Located in New York, NY

The beautiful silk and metallic gold embroidery on this kimono accents and enhances the already

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Late 20th Century Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Very Rare Victorian Kimono
Very Rare Victorian Kimono

Very Rare Victorian Kimono

Located in New York, NY

exceptionally rare to find a kimono of this age.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

JeanPaul Gaultier Printed Kimono
JeanPaul Gaultier Printed Kimono

JeanPaul Gaultier Printed Kimono

Located in New York, NY

Gaultier often took inspiration from the Japanese kimono, the geometrically-cut garment worn widely

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Jackets

Stunning Vintage Wedding Kimono
Stunning Vintage Wedding Kimono

Stunning Vintage Wedding Kimono

Located in London, GB

A stunning vintage wedding kimono, in a wonderful scarlet colour , heavily embroidered with white

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1980s Japanese Coats and Outerwear

Silk Velvet Cocoon Kimono
Silk Velvet Cocoon Kimono

Silk Velvet Cocoon Kimono

Located in New York, NY

This cocoon is made from a luxurious piece of silk chiffon with an art deco velvet burnout from the 1920s. We picked this fabric up in Paris and knew right away that it needed to be ...

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1920s American Jackets

Vintage Japanese Kimono Silk Furisode
Vintage Japanese Kimono Silk Furisode

Vintage Japanese Kimono Silk Furisode

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Fine vintage Japanese silk kimono. A fine Japanese kimono, circa 1970s. A wonderful textile for

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20th Century Japanese Caftans

Vintage Nieman Marcus Silk Kimono
Vintage Nieman Marcus Silk Kimono

Vintage Nieman Marcus Silk Kimono

Located in London, GB

A terribly pretty pink silk vintage kimono, stocked in Nieman Marcus. The silk kimono has a pale

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1970s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Kimono with elaborate floral embroidery
Kimono with elaborate floral embroidery

Kimono with elaborate floral embroidery

Located in London, GB

A stunning kimono in a wonderful pattern with a mix of textures and bright embroidered flowers

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1980s Japanese Coats and Outerwear

Golden Orange Embroidered Japanese Kimono
Golden Orange Embroidered Japanese Kimono

Golden Orange Embroidered Japanese Kimono

Located in New York, NY

Golden Orange Embroidered Japanese Kimono

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1970s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

1940s Hand Embroidered Japanese Kimono
1940s Hand Embroidered Japanese Kimono

1940s Hand Embroidered Japanese Kimono

Located in New York, NY

1940s Hand Embroidered Japanese Kimono

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1940s Japanese Robes

Plum & Beige Silk Blossom Kimono
Plum & Beige Silk Blossom Kimono

Plum & Beige Silk Blossom Kimono

Located in New York, NY

Plum & Beige Silk Blossom Kimono

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1990s Coats

1920s Lightweight Silk Japanese Kimono
1920s Lightweight Silk Japanese Kimono

1920s Lightweight Silk Japanese Kimono

Located in New York, NY

1920s Lightweight Silk Japanese Kimono

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1920s Japanese Robes

Metallic Gold Peacock Japanese Kimono
Metallic Gold Peacock Japanese Kimono

Metallic Gold Peacock Japanese Kimono

Located in New York, NY

Metallic Gold Peacock Japanese Kimono

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1970s Japanese Coats and Outerwear

1920s Silk Dressing Gown Kimono
1920s Silk Dressing Gown Kimono

1920s Silk Dressing Gown Kimono

Located in New York, NY

1920s Silk Dressing Gown Kimono

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1920s Japanese Robes

1920s Embroidered Kimono with Fringe
1920s Embroidered Kimono with Fringe

1920s Embroidered Kimono with Fringe

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful original 1920s boudoir kimono. Meant for many languid days about the house either

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Early 20th Century Jackets

Finely Hand Embroidered Japanese Kimono
Finely Hand Embroidered Japanese Kimono

Finely Hand Embroidered Japanese Kimono

Located in New York, NY

Very fine silk and metal embroidery on luscious duchess satin makes this kimono a true fine luxury

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1970s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Elaborately Embroidered and Fringed Kimono
Elaborately Embroidered and Fringed Kimono

Elaborately Embroidered and Fringed Kimono

Located in New York, NY

Elaborately embroidered and fringed Kimono from the 1920's, Japan. The silk scenic base of the

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1930s Japanese Jackets

Hand Painted Antique Silk Kimono
Hand Painted Antique Silk Kimono

Hand Painted Antique Silk Kimono

Located in New York, NY

Beautifully hand painted with highlights of hand embroidery. The fine art of the kimono such as

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

1930's Reversible Silk Kimono
1930's Reversible Silk Kimono

1930's Reversible Silk Kimono

Located in Geneva, CH

A unique and splendid circa 1925 fully reversible silk kimono. One side is royal blue with a

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Loungewear

John Galliano kimono jacket 2005
John Galliano kimono jacket 2005

John Galliano kimono jacket 2005

By John Galliano

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

GALLIANO - (made in France) Velvet kimono-style jacket embroidered with silk. Size 38FR. 2005 Fall

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Early 2000s Coats

1960s/70s Printed Silk Kimono
1960s/70s Printed Silk Kimono

1960s/70s Printed Silk Kimono

Located in London, GB

Spectacular purple, green and orange printed silk export kimono with coordinating striped obi belt

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1960s Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

1970s Vintage Silk Kimono Dress
1970s Vintage Silk Kimono Dress

1970s Vintage Silk Kimono Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning creamy silk dress with kimono sleeves and an open back. Animal print panel stripes and

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1970s American Evening Gowns

YSL Japanesque Cotton Kimono Shirtwaist
YSL Japanesque Cotton Kimono Shirtwaist

YSL Japanesque Cotton Kimono Shirtwaist

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

placket that has full kimono sleeves and fullness from empire waist. The gown is extremely full and can be

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1970s French Day Dresses

Kenzo Wool Wrap Kimono Jacket
Kenzo Wool Wrap Kimono Jacket

Kenzo Wool Wrap Kimono Jacket

By Kenzo

Located in Oakland, CA

Vintage Kenzo Paris short wool kimono style jacket. Wrap front with inside and outside ties. Wide

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1970s French Jackets

1920s Embroidered Piano Shawl Kimono
1920s Embroidered Piano Shawl Kimono

1920s Embroidered Piano Shawl Kimono

Located in New York, NY

We made this 1920s style boudoir dressing gown from a period piano shawl which had some damage. The embroidery of the playful birds was just too good to let it waste away. The silk i...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Piano Shawls

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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 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 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
    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 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.
  • 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 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 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.

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