This is my second kimono ever! A kuro-tomesode was an odd choice, seeing as how they’re only proper for older, married women going to a very formal event, and I was in my early twenties when I bought this, and never go anywhere fancier than the movies. I was not going out of my way to get one, but when I saw this one, I fell in love. I’m fairly certain it’s a rental, due to the fairly generic kamon, the synthetic lining, and the fact that there is a huge black reference number written on the lining in black marker. XD
The design is also very typically bridal, cranes are a standard motif for wedding items, and the pines are an auspicious design. That all being said, I don’t care! I love it! I tried to tone down the wedding-y feel in this outfit by using a coloured obi and lavender accessories, rather than a gold obi with white accessories.
And behold, the huge orange menace in my life officially known as Vinnie
Items used in this coordination
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- Crane and Pine Kurotomesode
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- Orange and Gold
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- Lavender Chirimen
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- Lilac with Olive
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- Orange Brocade Zori
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It’s a beautiful kimono but I really love your cat. She/he is a beauty.
Happy holidays
Thank you! You too 🙂