Silver Threads
This is a VINTAGE Japanese Large Patterned Komon. Komon are informal kimono worn at home and about town. They are essentially the jeans and t-shirt combo of the kimono world. The smaller the pattern on a komon, the more casual it is. This one has a large pattern, so it's a less casual piece. This kimono likely originates in the mid Showa Period (1926 - 1989). This komon has an abstract pattern that includes silver, laquered threads (urushi).
I have inspected this kimono in detail, and there are a few faint marks on the exterior. The lining is also heavily covered in patina. 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:150cm - Long (Collar to Hem)124cm - Arm span58cm - Width across the back124cm - Total width of skirt49cm - Sleeve drop
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 140cm (4'7") - 160cm (5'3") tall, with hips about 85cm (33.5") around. There is some give and take in these measurements though.
Silver Threads
This is a VINTAGE Japanese Large Patterned Komon. Komon are informal kimono worn at home and about town. They are essentially the jeans and t-shirt combo of the kimono world. The smaller the pattern on a komon, the more casual it is. This one has a large pattern, so it's a less casual piece. This kimono likely originates in the mid Showa Period (1926 - 1989). This komon has an abstract pattern that includes silver, laquered threads (urushi).
I have inspected this kimono in detail, and there are a few faint marks on the exterior. The lining is also heavily covered in patina. 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:150cm - Long (Collar to Hem)124cm - Arm span58cm - Width across the back124cm - Total width of skirt49cm - Sleeve drop
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 140cm (4'7") - 160cm (5'3") tall, with hips about 85cm (33.5") around. There is some give and take in these measurements though.