This listing is for a traditional vintage furisode kimono originally created for a young, unmarried woman.

We rarely see a subtle use of neutral colors create such a dramatic and delicate design. Huge paper peonies in shades of gray and white seem to burst forth from the cream-colored background. Most have a bit of yellow at their centers, which adds exactly the right accent to the motif. When you look closely you can also see the fluffy cloud jacquard as an extra layer of design.

As with most vintage kimono with a light-colored background, there are a few blemishes here and there (see last photos), but we do not believe they detract from the beauty and wearability of this kimono.  

Furisode are worn for formal events, such as Seijin-no-hi (Coming of Age Day, sometimes translated as Adults Day) in early January. Furisode are also worn for weddings, recitals, receptions, and other celebrations calling for formal attire. Note the long sleeves (furi = long, sode = sleeves) sometimes called "butterfly sleeves", which flow with grace when she gestures, attracting male attention!

If you'd like to display the kimono, we offer hanging rods in three colors (brown, black, and red) - see the Add a Display Rod? tab below.

If you'd like to wear or display this kimono with a traditional obi, browse our or email us if you don't see one you like. Although it isn't traditional, if you'd like one of our simple cotton sashes to wear with this, we'll choose a complimenting color for $15 (see Add a Sash? above).

For more information on wearing a furisode or the traditional textile techniques used to make this kimono, see videos below.