Pure White
This is a VINTAGE Japanese Donuki. Donuki are kimono meant for layeing. They are usually worn beneath a more ornate outer robe. This donuki likely originates in the late Showa Period (1926 - 1989) or Heisei Period (1989 - present). This donuki is made from pure whit, fine habbotai silk.
I have inspected this kimono in detail, and there are some faint marks on the exterior, but most will be hidden if the garment is worn beneath another kimono. The sleeve ends have also been tacked up by about 8 cm and can be let out if desired. Overall I would rate this kimono as being in good vintage condition. There are no tears, holes or seam separations. I believe this garment is 100% silk.
MEASUREMENTS:
162cm - Long (Collar to Hem)
126cm - Arm span
58cm - Width across the back
126cm - Total width of skirt
46cm - Sleeve drop (54cm if let out)
SIZING:
If you are unsure of how to interpret the kimono's size it is important to know that the length (collar - hem) should be approximately 10cm longer to 10cm shorter than the wearer's overall height (longer is better). This is because the excess length will be folded up at the waist. Meanwhile, the skirt should wrap around the hips a full 1.5 times. The armspan should also reach wrist to wrist on the wearer. In this case, the kimono will ideally fit a woman about 152cm (5'0") - 172cm (5'8") tall, with hips about 84cm (33") around. There is some give and take in these measurements though.
Pure White
This is a VINTAGE Japanese Donuki. Donuki are kimono meant for layeing. They are usually worn beneath a more ornate outer robe. This donuki likely originates in the late Showa Period (1926 - 1989) or Heisei Period (1989 - present). This donuki is made from pure whit, fine habbotai silk.
I have inspected this kimono in detail, and there are some faint marks on the exterior, but most will be hidden if the garment is worn beneath another kimono. The sleeve ends have also been tacked up by about 8 cm and can be let out if desired. Overall I would rate this kimono as being in good vintage condition. There are no tears, holes or seam separations. I believe this garment is 100% silk.
MEASUREMENTS:
162cm - Long (Collar to Hem)
126cm - Arm span
58cm - Width across the back
126cm - Total width of skirt
46cm - Sleeve drop (54cm if let out)
SIZING:
If you are unsure of how to interpret the kimono's size it is important to know that the length (collar - hem) should be approximately 10cm longer to 10cm shorter than the wearer's overall height (longer is better). This is because the excess length will be folded up at the waist. Meanwhile, the skirt should wrap around the hips a full 1.5 times. The armspan should also reach wrist to wrist on the wearer. In this case, the kimono will ideally fit a woman about 152cm (5'0") - 172cm (5'8") tall, with hips about 84cm (33") around. There is some give and take in these measurements though.