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Japanese Hand-Embroidered Mint Green Silk Kimono
Japanese Hand-Embroidered Mint Green Silk Kimono

Japanese Hand-Embroidered Mint Green Silk Kimono

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a lovely and luxurious mint green silk, Japanese hand-embroidered kimono depicting large

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20th Century Japanese Robes

Elaborately Embroidered Black Japanese Kimono with Sash
Elaborately Embroidered Black Japanese Kimono with Sash

Elaborately Embroidered Black Japanese Kimono with Sash

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is an exquisite and elaborately embroidered black Japanese kimono with its own sash lined in

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1940s Loungewear

Vintage Japanese Blue Flower Moon Cotton Kimono
Vintage Japanese Blue Flower Moon Cotton Kimono

Vintage Japanese Blue Flower Moon Cotton Kimono

Located in Boston, MA

Navy color all cotton kimono is hand-sewn and made in Japan. Total length 55". See photos for other

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1920s Loungewear

Vintage Gianfranco Ferre black & creme kimono jacket
Vintage Gianfranco Ferre black & creme kimono jacket

Vintage Gianfranco Ferre black & creme kimono jacket

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in Toronto, ON

Vintage Gianfranco Ferre black & creme kimono jacket with drop shoulders and creme cuff detail it

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1980s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Michaele Vollbracht Quilted Silk Kimono/Jacket, 1980s
Michaele Vollbracht Quilted Silk Kimono/Jacket, 1980s

Michaele Vollbracht Quilted Silk Kimono/Jacket, 1980s

By Michaele Vollbracht

Located in Houston, TX

! Made of quilted silk and designed in a kimono style, this jacket is made of Volbracht's signature bold

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1980s American Coats and Outerwear

Japanese red silk brocade Sakura Furisode Vintage Kimono
Japanese red silk brocade Sakura Furisode Vintage Kimono

Japanese red silk brocade Sakura Furisode Vintage Kimono

Located in Boston, MA

: excellent Red/pink silk brocade kimono is hand-sewn and made in Japan. Exquisite design of sakura (cherry

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1890s Japanese Peignoirs

RARE Vintage Unisex Japanese Long Robe Kimono Silk
RARE Vintage Unisex Japanese Long Robe Kimono Silk

RARE Vintage Unisex Japanese Long Robe Kimono Silk

Located in Asheville, NC

Unbranded, Kimono, Silk, Impeccably Lined, Weighted Lapels, Hidden Pattern in Geometric Weave, Rare

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Early 20th Century Robes

Ichiban Open Kimono Robe Red & Orange, Japan , 1960s
Ichiban Open Kimono Robe Red & Orange, Japan , 1960s

Ichiban Open Kimono Robe Red & Orange, Japan , 1960s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Ichiban Lounge Kimono made in japan,1960s soft, silk kimono robe with a print in orange,white,blue

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1960s Japanese Loungewear

Japanese red peach silk brocade Sakura Kimono - Vintage
Japanese red peach silk brocade Sakura Kimono - Vintage

Japanese red peach silk brocade Sakura Kimono - Vintage

Located in Boston, MA

: excellent. Red silk brocade kimono is hand-sewn and made in Japan. Exquisite design of sakura (cherry

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1890s Japanese Peignoirs

1930's Pink, Red, & Magenta Printed Silk Kimono
1930's Pink, Red, & Magenta Printed Silk Kimono

1930's Pink, Red, & Magenta Printed Silk Kimono

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this extraordinary silk printed Japanese kimono in hues of pink, magenta, and

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Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Robes

Krizia Silk Kimono Jacket with Pearl Beads
Krizia Silk Kimono Jacket with Pearl Beads

Krizia Silk Kimono Jacket with Pearl Beads

By Krizia

Located in New York, NY

Krizia iconic silk floral print jacket with pearl beads on the sleeves

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1970s Italian Jackets

Dries Van Noten Silk Ribbon Embroidered Kimono Jacket
Dries Van Noten Silk Ribbon Embroidered Kimono Jacket

Dries Van Noten Silk Ribbon Embroidered Kimono Jacket

By Dries van Noten

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Dries Van Noten kimono jacket with ribbon embroidery on silk mesh netting, tie front closure and

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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Jackets

Japanese vintage foliage print silk kimono Haori jacket
Japanese vintage foliage print silk kimono Haori jacket

Japanese vintage foliage print silk kimono Haori jacket

Located in Boston, MA

Antique Silk Haori kimono jacket Fabric: heavy silk crepe in red black foliage print Peach plaid

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Early 20th Century Japanese Jackets

Vintage Roberta Di Camerino Kimono Style Hostess Dress
Vintage Roberta Di Camerino Kimono Style Hostess Dress

Vintage Roberta Di Camerino Kimono Style Hostess Dress

By Roberta Di Camerino

Located in Lake Park, FL

Vintage Roberta Di Camerino kimono style jersey red, grey & black dress. MIssing lable

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1970s Italian Informal Dresses

Japanese vintage wheatgrass print all silk handmade kimono
Japanese vintage wheatgrass print all silk handmade kimono

Japanese vintage wheatgrass print all silk handmade kimono

Located in Boston, MA

Wheat-ground printed all silk kimono is hand-sewn and handmade in Japan. Total length 34". Sleeve end

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1890s Japanese Loungewear

Vintage Poppy Print with Gold Strokes Japanese kimono
Vintage Poppy Print with Gold Strokes Japanese kimono

Vintage Poppy Print with Gold Strokes Japanese kimono

Located in Boston, MA

kimono is hand-sewn and handmade in Japan. Mix-print silk jacquard lining. Hand-painted gold strokes

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1920s Japanese Loungewear

Vintage Japanese Scroll print silk kimono Boho jacket
Vintage Japanese Scroll print silk kimono Boho jacket

Vintage Japanese Scroll print silk kimono Boho jacket

Located in Boston, MA

silk kimono is hand-sewn and handmade in Japan. Some shading unsure if it's original print design or

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20th Century Japanese Loungewear

1950s Kimono Style Evening Jacket by Howard Shoup
1950s Kimono Style Evening Jacket by Howard Shoup

1950s Kimono Style Evening Jacket by Howard Shoup

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning kimono style evening bolero by renowned academy award nominated costume designer Howard

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1950s American Bolero Jackets

1960's Eleanor Brenner Printed Jumpsuit & Matching Kimono
1960's Eleanor Brenner Printed Jumpsuit & Matching Kimono

1960's Eleanor Brenner Printed Jumpsuit & Matching Kimono

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a striking late 1960's sleeveless printed jumpsuit and matching kimono robe in a turquoise

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1960s American Loungewear

Flora Kung Emerald Print Kimono Silk Dress - NWT
Flora Kung Emerald Print Kimono Silk Dress - NWT

Flora Kung Emerald Print Kimono Silk Dress - NWT

By Flora Kung

Located in Boston, MA

Condition: NEW WITH TAG. Deep plunge V-neck. kimono sleeves. Exclusive Wood Block print in black on

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2010s American Aesthetic Day Dresses

Rare Yamamoto Kansai 2pc Black Embroidered Kimono Skirtset
Rare Yamamoto Kansai 2pc Black Embroidered Kimono Skirtset

Rare Yamamoto Kansai 2pc Black Embroidered Kimono Skirtset

By Kansai Yamamoto

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

threading throughout. * The kimono styled jacket is open with full sleeves & two slant pockets. * The

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1970s Japanese Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Gucci Kimono Shirt - Tom Ford Era - S/S 2001
Gucci Kimono Shirt - Tom Ford Era - S/S 2001

Gucci Kimono Shirt - Tom Ford Era - S/S 2001

By Gucci

Located in Venezia, IT

Rare Gucci Kimono Shirt Tom Ford Era Spring / Summer 2001 100% Silk - NO RETURNS If you need more

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Early 2000s Italian Shirts

Issa London Mixed Hearts Silk Kimono Mini Dress
Issa London Mixed Hearts Silk Kimono Mini Dress

Issa London Mixed Hearts Silk Kimono Mini Dress

By Issa London

Located in Boston, MA

Hearts galore! Issa London preloved silk jersey wrap-around dress. Mixed hearts print in ecru and black. Very good condition. We offer combined shipping. Express shipping is also...

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2010s British Mini Dress

Pale Green Japanese Silk Brocade Kimono Cocoon Jacket vintage
Pale Green Japanese Silk Brocade Kimono Cocoon Jacket vintage

Pale Green Japanese Silk Brocade Kimono Cocoon Jacket vintage

Located in Boston, MA

spots It's a thick yet soft short kimono but drapes like a cocoon on the body. Perfect for entertaining

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1930s Japanese Dinner Jackets

Fall 1996 Comme des Garçons flocked velvet top kimono
Fall 1996 Comme des Garçons flocked velvet top kimono

Fall 1996 Comme des Garçons flocked velvet top kimono

By Comme des Garçons

Located in London, GB

Fall 1996 Comme des Garçons Crafted in Japan from pure wool, this kimono top features a square

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1990s Japanese Coats and Outerwear

Japanese Ercu with Red Flowers Silk Furisode Vintage Kimono
Japanese Ercu with Red Flowers Silk Furisode Vintage Kimono

Japanese Ercu with Red Flowers Silk Furisode Vintage Kimono

Located in Boston, MA

Condition: good. See actual photos of streaks at collar. Ecru silk with lovely flower print. Kimono only

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1930s Japanese Peignoirs

1920's Japanese Apricot Silk Embroidered Kimono with Sash
1920's Japanese Apricot Silk Embroidered Kimono with Sash

1920's Japanese Apricot Silk Embroidered Kimono with Sash

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a beautifully hand-embroidered, 1920's vintage, apricot silk kimono with matching sash. The

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Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Clothing

Gorgeous  30s  Purple Japanese Silk Kimono with Floral Print
Gorgeous  30s  Purple Japanese Silk Kimono with Floral Print

Gorgeous 30s Purple Japanese Silk Kimono with Floral Print

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Simple yet stunning Japanese kimono in purple silk with floral print around lower half. Light

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Coats and Outerwear

Pink Jacquard Japanese Kimono with Gold Embroidered Floral Print
Pink Jacquard Japanese Kimono with Gold Embroidered Floral Print

Pink Jacquard Japanese Kimono with Gold Embroidered Floral Print

Located in Los Angeles, CA

stunning kimono in rose pink jacquard with scattered floral print accented with multi-color

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Coats and Outerwear

Tom Ford for Gucci Spring 2003 Iconic Yellow Kimono
Tom Ford for Gucci Spring 2003 Iconic Yellow Kimono

Tom Ford for Gucci Spring 2003 Iconic Yellow Kimono

By Tom Ford, Gucci

Located in Brisbane, Queensland

Tom Ford for Gucci Spring 2003 Iconic Yellow Kimono Features in Campaign Ad Only a few made

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Early 2000s Italian Jackets

1980s Japanese Black Pleated Dress w/ Kimono Silk Trim
1980s Japanese Black Pleated Dress w/ Kimono Silk Trim

1980s Japanese Black Pleated Dress w/ Kimono Silk Trim

Located in San Francisco, CA

1980s Japanese Black Pleated Dress w/ Kimono Silk Trim. Set pleats and floral jacquard fabric. No

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1980s Day Dresses

Flowers & Temari Yellow Silk Jacquard Kimono with Colorful Embroidery
Flowers & Temari Yellow Silk Jacquard Kimono with Colorful Embroidery

Flowers & Temari Yellow Silk Jacquard Kimono with Colorful Embroidery

Located in San Francisco, CA

Flowers & Temari Yellow Silk Jacquard Kimono with Colorful Embroidery. Yellow and cream dyed silk

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20th Century Japanese Coats and Outerwear

GUCCI Rose Garden Print Silk Kimono IT42 US4-6
GUCCI Rose Garden Print Silk Kimono IT42 US4-6

GUCCI Rose Garden Print Silk Kimono IT42 US4-6

By Gucci

Located in Brossard, QC

Roses in bloom climb up toward the top of this silk kimono with blue and red Web trim and belt

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vests

Flora Kung Rose Print Kimono Wrap Silk Dress - NWT
Flora Kung Rose Print Kimono Wrap Silk Dress - NWT

Flora Kung Rose Print Kimono Wrap Silk Dress - NWT

By Flora Kung

Located in Boston, MA

True wrap dress with kimono sleeve. Print: Deep pink and red climbing roses on black background

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2010s American Informal Dresses

1994 Yohji Yamamoto black wool gabardine kimono style dress
1994 Yohji Yamamoto black wool gabardine kimono style dress

1994 Yohji Yamamoto black wool gabardine kimono style dress

By Yohji Yamamoto

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Yohji Yamamoto black wool gabardine kimono style dress from the 1994 Autumn/Winter collection. It

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1990s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Neutral Floral NWT ethereal silk kimono dress - FLORA KUNG
Neutral Floral NWT ethereal silk kimono dress - FLORA KUNG

Neutral Floral NWT ethereal silk kimono dress - FLORA KUNG

By Flora Kung

Located in Boston, MA

seasonless. Just enough flare on the kimono sleeve. 5" slit on either side. Print: Gray and black free-hand

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Early 2000s American Aesthetic Day Dresses

Roberto Cavalli Pink Floral Print Jersey Kimono Top M
Roberto Cavalli Pink Floral Print Jersey Kimono Top M

Roberto Cavalli Pink Floral Print Jersey Kimono Top M

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Find great style and comfort while wearing this designer top. Tailored using the best fabrics the creation has been given immense detail. Style it with a pair of jeans and flats.

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2010s Blouses and Tops

Lovely Missoni 2-Piece Skirt and Kimono Top Ensemble
Lovely Missoni 2-Piece Skirt and Kimono Top Ensemble

Lovely Missoni 2-Piece Skirt and Kimono Top Ensemble

By Missoni

Located in Yucca Valley, CA

tunic too with kimono sleeves features a gathered waist and open sided attached skirt that ties on each

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Late 20th Century Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Roberto Cavalli Pink Floral Print Jersey Kimono Top M
Roberto Cavalli Pink Floral Print Jersey Kimono Top M

Roberto Cavalli Pink Floral Print Jersey Kimono Top M

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Find great style and comfort while wearing this designer top. Tailored using the best fabrics the creation has been given immense detail. Style it with a pair of jeans and flats.

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2010s Blouses and Tops

Romantic Christian Rupert Silk Maxi Dress with Kimono Sleeves
Romantic Christian Rupert Silk Maxi Dress with Kimono Sleeves

Romantic Christian Rupert Silk Maxi Dress with Kimono Sleeves

Located in Yucca Valley, CA

dress features a high bateau neckline with elbow-length draped kimono sleeves, nipped elastic waist and

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20th Century Day Dresses

Babani "Le Niu-Tse"  Silk Kimono with Gold Embroidery
Babani "Le Niu-Tse"  Silk Kimono with Gold Embroidery

Babani "Le Niu-Tse" Silk Kimono with Gold Embroidery

By Babani

Located in Topanga, CA

Rare Babani couture silk kimono, decorated with the most intricate pink, green and yellow gold

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Clothing

1920's White/Pink Hand-Embroided Kimono with Ombre Treatment
1920's White/Pink Hand-Embroided Kimono with Ombre Treatment

1920's White/Pink Hand-Embroided Kimono with Ombre Treatment

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is an exquisitely crafted, hand-embroidered, circa 1920's, buttery soft silk Japanese kimono

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Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Clothing

Pop Art Print Silk Satin Boxer Kimono - NWT Flora Kung
Pop Art Print Silk Satin Boxer Kimono - NWT Flora Kung

Pop Art Print Silk Satin Boxer Kimono - NWT Flora Kung

By Flora Kung

Located in Boston, MA

Shawl-collar luxurious satin charmeuse boxer kimono robe with pockets and dramatic statement

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1990s Loungewear

Kimono Sleeves Champagne Floral Silk Wrap Dress - Flora Kung NWT
Kimono Sleeves Champagne Floral Silk Wrap Dress - Flora Kung NWT

Kimono Sleeves Champagne Floral Silk Wrap Dress - Flora Kung NWT

By Flora Kung

Located in Boston, MA

Shawl collar fitted wrap dress with kimono sleeves. Name: Flora Kung Dessa dress. Entry: True wrap

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1980s American Tunics and Wrap Dresses

Japanese Woodblock Print Boho Kimono Silk dress Flora Kung - NWT
Japanese Woodblock Print Boho Kimono Silk dress Flora Kung - NWT

Japanese Woodblock Print Boho Kimono Silk dress Flora Kung - NWT

By Flora Kung

Located in Boston, MA

Deep rich red color with original Japanese woodblock print. Split kimono sleeves. Mixed dot print

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Early 2000s American Aesthetic Day Dresses

70s Hanae Mori Pink and Blue Chiffon Kimono Style Jumpsuit
70s Hanae Mori Pink and Blue Chiffon Kimono Style Jumpsuit

70s Hanae Mori Pink and Blue Chiffon Kimono Style Jumpsuit

By Hanae Mori

Located in Los Angeles, CA

and blue color scheme. Dropped kimono-esque sleeves with wide legs. Wide obi-like belt goes over

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1970s Japanese Jumpsuits

Louis Vuitton Black Suede Kimono Peep Toe Pumps Size 35.5
Louis Vuitton Black Suede Kimono Peep Toe Pumps Size 35.5

Louis Vuitton Black Suede Kimono Peep Toe Pumps Size 35.5

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Make a chic style statement with these designer pumps. They showcase sturdy heels and durable soles perfect for your fashionable outings

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2010s Heels

Vintage Rust Burgundy Silk Kimono w/ Gold Metallic Embroidery for Fall
Vintage Rust Burgundy Silk Kimono w/ Gold Metallic Embroidery for Fall

Vintage Rust Burgundy Silk Kimono w/ Gold Metallic Embroidery for Fall

Located in Portland, OR

This gorgeous kimono is another of the beautiful pieces we acquired when we purchased an estate of

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Early 20th Century Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Tom Ford for Gucci Spring/Summer 2003 Menswear Blue Silk Kimono
Tom Ford for Gucci Spring/Summer 2003 Menswear Blue Silk Kimono

Tom Ford for Gucci Spring/Summer 2003 Menswear Blue Silk Kimono

By Gucci, Tom Ford

Located in Brisbane, Queensland

collectable Only about 10 of each kimono was made by Gucci - the Men's kimonos being more rare - Unisex

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Early 2000s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Orchid Print Silk Kimono Tee Dress - NWT Vintage Flora Kung
Orchid Print Silk Kimono Tee Dress - NWT Vintage Flora Kung

Orchid Print Silk Kimono Tee Dress - NWT Vintage Flora Kung

By Flora Kung

Located in Boston, MA

Never used. Fresh from FLORA KUNG design library archive. Name: Flora Kung Orchid dress. Fabric: 100% silk petal jacquard. Print: Turquoise, pink, blue orchid on white Circa: 1984 Co...

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1980s American Shift Dresses

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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 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.
  • 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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