The kimono, derived from the Japanese words ki (wear) and mono (thing), is a traditional garment that holds cultural ...

The traditional Japanese designs received a ... Featuring brilliant colors, detailed embroidery, gold leaves and other decorations, Kyo-yuzen kimono are known for their lavish beauty.

For centuries, Kyoto has been the hub of kimono fashion, spawning the weaving and dyeing industries. Today, designers take inspiration from traditional ... While seemingly Japanese, the coat's ...

A native Briton spends nearly 365 days of the year wearing kimono, even though daily use of the traditional Japanese clothing is on the decline among modern Japanese fashionistas. Sheila Cliffe ...

Growing up she was fascinated by the traditional garment and to this day her mother runs a kimono draper shop in Japan. After completing a two-year specialised course at a kimono ...