Fluttering Butterflies
This is a VINTAGE Japanese Houmongi. Houmongi are semi-formal kimono that can be worn by both married and unmarried women. They are characterized by artfully arranged patterns that flow seamlessly across the garment's seams. This kimono displays a whimsical pattern of colourful butterflies fluttering across a black background This kimono likely originates in the mid to late Showa Period (1926 - 1989). It is rinzu silk, woven with a pattern of parasols and hail stones.
I have inspected this kimono in detail, there is very minimal damage; only some slight marks on the exterior, and some stains on the lining. Overall, I would rate this kimono in excellent vintage condition. This garment is 100% silk.
MEASUREMENTS:
Length: 153cm
Arm Span: 124cm
Width Across Back: 57cm
Total Width of Skirt: 128cm
Sleeve Drop: 47cm
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 143cm (4'8") - 163cm (5'4") tall, with hips about 85cm (33.5") around. There is some give and take in these measurements though.
Fluttering Butterflies
This is a VINTAGE Japanese Houmongi. Houmongi are semi-formal kimono that can be worn by both married and unmarried women. They are characterized by artfully arranged patterns that flow seamlessly across the garment's seams. This kimono displays a whimsical pattern of colourful butterflies fluttering across a black background This kimono likely originates in the mid to late Showa Period (1926 - 1989). It is rinzu silk, woven with a pattern of parasols and hail stones.
I have inspected this kimono in detail, there is very minimal damage; only some slight marks on the exterior, and some stains on the lining. Overall, I would rate this kimono in excellent vintage condition. This garment is 100% silk.
MEASUREMENTS:
Length: 153cm
Arm Span: 124cm
Width Across Back: 57cm
Total Width of Skirt: 128cm
Sleeve Drop: 47cm
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 143cm (4'8") - 163cm (5'4") tall, with hips about 85cm (33.5") around. There is some give and take in these measurements though.