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Pre WWII red and pink silk crepe Japanese Kimono 1930s
Pre WWII red and pink silk crepe Japanese Kimono 1930s

Pre WWII red and pink silk crepe Japanese Kimono 1930s

Sold|$450

Pre WWII red and pink silk crepe Japanese Kimono 1930s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pre WWII red and pink silk crepe Japanese Kimono 1930s...The print of this kimono is beautiful with

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1930s Japanese Maxi Dresses

Pucci gold metallic slub silk & linen kimono sleeve mini dress
Pucci gold metallic slub silk & linen kimono sleeve mini dress

Pucci gold metallic slub silk & linen kimono sleeve mini dress

Sold|$450

Pucci gold metallic slub silk & linen kimono sleeve mini dress

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pucci gold metallic slub silk & linen kimono sleeve mini dress...Unique design and cut, with

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Emilio Pucci Vintage Silk V Neck Kimono Sleeve Day Dress
Emilio Pucci Vintage Silk V Neck Kimono Sleeve Day Dress

Emilio Pucci Vintage Silk V Neck Kimono Sleeve Day Dress

Sold|$795

Emilio Pucci Vintage Silk V Neck Kimono Sleeve Day Dress

By Emilio Pucci

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Emilio Pucci vintage silk v neck kimono sleeve day dress. Gorgeous soft colours in a geometric

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20th Century Italian Cocktail Dresses

1998 DOLCE & GABBANA hand painted Kimono coat in grey wool
1998 DOLCE & GABBANA hand painted Kimono coat in grey wool

1998 DOLCE & GABBANA hand painted Kimono coat in grey wool

Sold|$2,250

1998 DOLCE & GABBANA hand painted Kimono coat in grey wool

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Rare 1998 Dolce & Gabbana kimono-style coat, made in soft grey wool and hand-painted with an

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1990s Italian Coats

Hermes Ex Libris En Kimonos Cashmere Silk Shawl Scarf GM RARE
Hermes Ex Libris En Kimonos Cashmere Silk Shawl Scarf GM RARE

Hermes Ex Libris En Kimonos Cashmere Silk Shawl Scarf GM RARE

Sold|$2,435

Hermes Ex Libris En Kimonos Cashmere Silk Shawl Scarf GM RARE

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Ex Libris En Kimonos Cashmere Silk Shawl Scarf GM RARE New or Never Worn. Pristine Condition

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermes Ex Libris En Kimonos Cashmere Silk Shawl Scarf GM RARE
Hermes Ex Libris En Kimonos Cashmere Silk Shawl Scarf GM RARE

Hermes Ex Libris En Kimonos Cashmere Silk Shawl Scarf GM RARE

Sold|$2,395

Hermes Ex Libris En Kimonos Cashmere Silk Shawl Scarf GM RARE

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Ex Libris En Kimonos Cashmere Silk Shawl Scarf GM RARE New or Never Worn. Pristine Condition

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Bonnie Cashin Wool & Suede Belted Kimono & Skirt 3pc Set Vintage 1960s
Bonnie Cashin Wool & Suede Belted Kimono & Skirt 3pc Set Vintage 1960s

Bonnie Cashin Wool & Suede Belted Kimono & Skirt 3pc Set Vintage 1960s

Sold|$699

Bonnie Cashin Wool & Suede Belted Kimono & Skirt 3pc Set Vintage 1960s

By Bonnie Cashin

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

. This rare ensemble is wonderful example of her creative genius and features a wine-colored wool Kimono

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1960s American Skirt Suits

Vintage S/S 1999 Jean Paul Gaultier Pink Kimono Crop Top
Vintage S/S 1999 Jean Paul Gaultier Pink Kimono Crop Top

Vintage S/S 1999 Jean Paul Gaultier Pink Kimono Crop Top

Sold|$1,450

Vintage S/S 1999 Jean Paul Gaultier Pink Kimono Crop Top

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Austin, TX

S/S 1999 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Silk Kimono Crop Top Pink Three-Quarter sleeve tie at front Bust: open

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1990s Italian Jackets

Tom Ford for Gucci Spring/Summer 2003 Silk Men's Kimono Coat
Tom Ford for Gucci Spring/Summer 2003 Silk Men's Kimono Coat

Tom Ford for Gucci Spring/Summer 2003 Silk Men's Kimono Coat

Sold|$5,495

Tom Ford for Gucci Spring/Summer 2003 Silk Men's Kimono Coat

By Tom Ford

Located in Montgomery, TX

Tom Ford for Gucci Silk Coat Kimono S/S 2003 Men's Collection Italian size - S (will fit bigger

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coats

Authenic Hand-Painted With Gold Specks Fully-Lined Red Kimono
Authenic Hand-Painted With Gold Specks Fully-Lined Red Kimono

Authenic Hand-Painted With Gold Specks Fully-Lined Red Kimono

Sold|$950

Authenic Hand-Painted With Gold Specks Fully-Lined Red Kimono

Located in New York, NY

Authentic Japanese hand-painted with gold-leaf specks among the phoneix print. Fully lined in the true Japanese tradition. Neck-to-sleeve's hem measures 21 1/2", sleeve's circumf...

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1980s Japanese Loungewear

Japanese Black Silk "Metallic Gold Leave" Double Silk Lining Kimono
Japanese Black Silk "Metallic Gold Leave" Double Silk Lining Kimono

Japanese Black Silk "Metallic Gold Leave" Double Silk Lining Kimono

Sold|$1,285

Japanese Black Silk "Metallic Gold Leave" Double Silk Lining Kimono

Located in New York, NY

This wonderfully detailed Japanese black silk robe is fully lined with a double layer of ivory silk. The border hem is detailed with "hand-painted" metallic gold paint accent...

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1970s Japanese Loungewear

Extraordinary Vintage Sequin + Beaded Silk Flapper Kimono Jacket or Duster
Extraordinary Vintage Sequin + Beaded Silk Flapper Kimono Jacket or Duster

Extraordinary Vintage Sequin + Beaded Silk Flapper Kimono Jacket or Duster

Sold|$650

Extraordinary Vintage Sequin + Beaded Silk Flapper Kimono Jacket or Duster

By Judith Ann

Located in Sparks, NV

Art Deco-inspired heavily beaded and embellished silk oversized jacket by Judith Ann. Extraordinary hand beadwork and detail. Details: Fully Lined No Closure Marked Size: Sma...

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Late 20th Century American Jackets

Judith Ann Vintage Sequin + Beaded Silk Kimono Jacket or Duster
Judith Ann Vintage Sequin + Beaded Silk Kimono Jacket or Duster

Judith Ann Vintage Sequin + Beaded Silk Kimono Jacket or Duster

Sold|$650

Judith Ann Vintage Sequin + Beaded Silk Kimono Jacket or Duster

By Judith Ann

Located in Sparks, NV

Elaborately beaded silk duster jacket by Judith Ann with an oversized fit. Stunning vibrant design. Fully lined in silk. No closure/ hangs open. The marked size is medium, but it sho...

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1980s American Caftans

Warm "Shades of Tangerine" Gold Lame Multi-Floral Silk Kimono
Warm "Shades of Tangerine" Gold Lame Multi-Floral Silk Kimono

Warm "Shades of Tangerine" Gold Lame Multi-Floral Silk Kimono

Sold|$2,885

Warm "Shades of Tangerine" Gold Lame Multi-Floral Silk Kimono

Located in New York, NY

This wonderfully warm "shades of tangerines" accented with gold lame leaves within the multi florals as well as bursting florals is highlighted with metallic gold cord, and th...

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1960s Japanese Loungewear

Unworn with Original Tags Vintage 1970s Metallic Silk Kimono Duster
Unworn with Original Tags Vintage 1970s Metallic Silk Kimono Duster

Unworn with Original Tags Vintage 1970s Metallic Silk Kimono Duster

Sold|$450

Unworn with Original Tags Vintage 1970s Metallic Silk Kimono Duster

By Dynasty

Located in Sparks, NV

Gorgeous vintage metallic silk blend duster in unworn condition with the original tags still attached. The bag of extra matching covered buttons is still attached. Details: Fu...

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1970s American Jackets

1970s Silky Sheer Metallic Floral Print Duster or Kimono Jacket
1970s Silky Sheer Metallic Floral Print Duster or Kimono Jacket

1970s Silky Sheer Metallic Floral Print Duster or Kimono Jacket

Sold|$450

1970s Silky Sheer Metallic Floral Print Duster or Kimono Jacket

Located in Sparks, NV

Gorgeous vintage sheer duster with metallic trim and a floral print. The fabric feels like it might be a silk-rayon blend but it is not marked. Long length and side slits. Details...

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1970s Caftans

Silk Chiffon + Glass Beaded Kimono Duster Jacket or Maxi Coat
Silk Chiffon + Glass Beaded Kimono Duster Jacket or Maxi Coat

Silk Chiffon + Glass Beaded Kimono Duster Jacket or Maxi Coat

Sold|$425

Silk Chiffon + Glass Beaded Kimono Duster Jacket or Maxi Coat

Located in Sparks, NV

Heavy hand beaded sheer silk chiffon duster with thousands of tiny seed beads. Long sleeves and scalloped hem. Optional hook closure at the neck (can be worn completely open as well)...

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Late 20th Century American Coats and Outerwear

Antique Chinese Kimono Style Jacket Hand Embroidered with Floral Motifs
Antique Chinese Kimono Style Jacket Hand Embroidered with Floral Motifs

Antique Chinese Kimono Style Jacket Hand Embroidered with Floral Motifs

Sold|$5,800

Antique Chinese Kimono Style Jacket Hand Embroidered with Floral Motifs

Located in New York, NY

This is a truly phenomenal example of late Qing Dynasty embroidery work. This piece is over 120 years old and is in wearable condition with care and will fit a large size. There is n...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Louis Feraud Vintage Ombre Silk Kimono Duster or Maxi Coat
Louis Feraud Vintage Ombre Silk Kimono Duster or Maxi Coat

Louis Feraud Vintage Ombre Silk Kimono Duster or Maxi Coat

Sold|$650

Louis Feraud Vintage Ombre Silk Kimono Duster or Maxi Coat

By Louis Feraud

Located in Sparks, NV

Vintage creamy ombre silk duster by Louis Feraud in pastel sunset gradient. Gorgeous fabric is slightly sheer. Details: Unlined Front Button Closure Marked Size: US 4/ UK 8/...

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Late 20th Century French Overcoats

Judith Ann Vintage Sequin + Beaded Silk Kimono Jacket or Duster
Judith Ann Vintage Sequin + Beaded Silk Kimono Jacket or Duster

Judith Ann Vintage Sequin + Beaded Silk Kimono Jacket or Duster

Sold|$650

Judith Ann Vintage Sequin + Beaded Silk Kimono Jacket or Duster

By Judith Ann

Located in Sparks, NV

Elaborately beaded silk duster jacket by Judith Ann with an oversized fit. Stunning 1920s-inspired design. Fully lined in silk. No closure/ hangs open. The marked size is large, but ...

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1980s American Jackets

Judith Ann for I. Magnin Vintage Sequin + Beaded Silk Kimono Jacket
Judith Ann for I. Magnin Vintage Sequin + Beaded Silk Kimono Jacket

Judith Ann for I. Magnin Vintage Sequin + Beaded Silk Kimono Jacket

Sold|$650

Judith Ann for I. Magnin Vintage Sequin + Beaded Silk Kimono Jacket

By Judith Ann, I. Magnin

Located in Sparks, NV

Baroque-inspired heavily embellished silk kimono jacket with an elaborate design in blues, blacks

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Late 20th Century American 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
  • How do I respectfully wear a kimono?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is a kimono shirt?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is a kimono stand?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is a silk kimono?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is a kimono sleeve?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How can you tell if a kimono is silk?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is a kimono style robe?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is a kimono jacket called?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is the difference between a haori and a kimono?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Are kimonos made of silk?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is a wedding kimono called?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is a Japanese kimono called?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How do I store an old kimono?
    1 Answer
    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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