Vintage silk Kimono 5 Kamon
Vintage silk Kimono 5 Kamon
This Kimono features the KAMON crest on the fabric. Entirely hand-stitched in silk.
Meaning of the Symbol: Showa (1926-1989).
- Flower Symbolism: Represents elegance, dignity, harmony, and good fortune. The four-petal symmetry evokes stability and spiritual protection.
The Role of Kamon on Kimono
In traditional Japanese attire, the presence of one or more white Kamon on a dark background defines the garment's level of formality:
- Placement: This crest is found on the back of the collar (on the back) and on the back of the sleeves and serves as the heraldic signature of the garment.
- Level of formality: A black kimono featuring these round or shaped white crests indicates that it is a formal or ceremonial dress (such as the Kurotomesode for women or the formal suit for men), intended for weddings, official ceremonies, and grand solemn occasions.
The presence of 5 Kamon (Itsutsu-mon) places the outfit at the absolute highest level of formality in Japanese tradition.
No outfit can be more elegant or solemn than a five-crested ensemble.
What it means to have 5 Kamon
- Official Ceremonial Dress: A black suit with 5 crests is the Japanese equivalent of our men's morning coat or a formal evening gown for grand receptions. Historically, it was worn for weddings (by parents and close relatives of the bride and groom), imperial ceremonies, or official state events.
- The traditional arrangement: The five crests are placed at precisely measured points to be visible from every angle: one in the center of the back (below the collar), two on the back of the sleeves, and two on the chest (right and left).
This confirms that the garment is not casual or everyday wear, but a piece of high-end vintage silk tailoring crafted with meticulous attention to detail.
Despite being a vintage kimono, it is in excellent condition.
Dimensions: 155cm length from shoulder down, width (sleeve to sleeve) 125cm, sleeve length: 60cm
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€200,00 EUR
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