{"id":11938,"date":"2021-07-19T17:18:31","date_gmt":"2021-07-19T21:18:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary-3\/"},"modified":"2021-07-19T17:18:31","modified_gmt":"2021-07-19T21:18:31","slug":"glossary-3","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Glossary"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"cm-glossary tiles\"><div class=\"glossary-container \"><input type=\"hidden\" class=\"cmtt-attribute-field\" name=\"glossary_index_style\" value=\"small-tiles\"><div id=\"glossaryList-nav\" class=\"listNav \" role=\"tablist\"><\/div><ul class=\"glossaryList\" role=\"tablist\" id=\"glossaryList\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTermSet\"><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/botan\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: botan\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;botan&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Peony&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">botan<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/chirimen\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: chirimen\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;chirimen&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;A type of textured silk crepe, less casual than rinzu&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">chirimen<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/chuuya\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: chuuya\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;chuuya&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Popular vintage style of&nbsp;obi. Literally means night\/day, typified by two contrasting sides, usually one light and one dark.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">chuuya<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/eri\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: eri\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;eri&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Collar&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">eri<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/fudangi\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: fudangi\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;fudangi&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Broad term for a variety of casual, everyday kimono.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">fudangi<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/fukuro\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: fukuro\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;fukuro&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Full-width formal&nbsp;obi, can be fully decorated (zentsuu) or 60% patterned to save fabric (rokutsuu).&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">fukuro<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/furisode\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: furisode\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;furisode&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Long-sleeved kimono worn by young, unmarried women&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">furisode<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/geiko\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: geiko\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;geiko&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Kyoto dialect for Geisha&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">geiko<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/geta\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: geta\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;geta&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Casual kimono sandals with a wooden sole&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">geta<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/hakama\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: hakama\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;hakama&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Pleated trouser- or skirt-like garment worn over kimono, by both men and women&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">hakama<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/hakata\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: hakata\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;hakata&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;A type of textile weave typified by graphic, geometric-like stripes. Lush silk, from the Hakata region.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">hakata<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/hakkake\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: hakkake\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;hakkake&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Lining of the bottom half of kimono, often decorative.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">hakkake<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/haneri\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: haneri\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;haneri&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Decorative collar sewn onto the under-robe to protect the garment as well as accessorise&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">haneri<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/hanhaba\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: hanhaba\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;hanhaba&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Casual, half-width&nbsp;obi.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">hanhaba<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/haori\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: heisei\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;heisei&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Era from 1989 to 2019&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">heisei<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/haori-2\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: haori\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;haori&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;A type of&nbsp;kimono&nbsp;jacket.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">haori<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/hikae\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: Hikae\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Hikae&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;The shortest stem in an ikebana arrangement, representing&nbsp;earth&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">Hikae<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/hikizuri\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: hikizuri\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;hikizuri&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Long, trailing kimono often worn by geisha and performers. These will drape elegantly across the floor during traditional dances. (also: susohiki)&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">hikizuri<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/hiyoku\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: hiyoku\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;hiyoku&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;An inner layer on formal kimono, to give the impression of wearing multiple garments.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">hiyoku<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/houmongi\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: houmongi\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;houmongi&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;&amp;quot;Visiting wear&rdquo; dressy kimono with over-arching designs from shoulder to hem, and on sleeves. Sleeves of a mid length, can be worn by almost all women. Dressy but versatile. (also h\u014dmongi, homongi)&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">houmongi<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/ikebana\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: ikebana\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;ikebana&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Art of traditional Japanese flower arrangement&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">ikebana<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/iromuji\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: iromuji\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;iromuji&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Solid-coloured kimono. Generally subdued but pretty colours, pinks, greens, purples, etc. Very versatile, can be worn by married or unmarried women, dressed up or dressed down.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">iromuji<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/irotomesode\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: irotomesode\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;irotomesode&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Coloured short-sleeved kimono with designs only below the knees. Formal, typically worn by married women but may occasionally be worn by older, unmarried women.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">irotomesode<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/juban\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: juban\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;juban&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Decorative under-robe worn beneath kimono, over undergarments.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">juban<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/kenzan\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: Kenzan\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Kenzan&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Metal spiked flower-holder used in ikebana (also referred to as a frog in English)&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">Kenzan<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/kiku\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: momiji\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;momiji&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Maple leaf&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">momiji<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/kiku-2\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: kiku\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;kiku&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Chrysanthemum&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">kiku<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/kimono\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: kimono\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;kimono&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;The main garment. Typically silk but may also be synthetic, linen, hemp, cotton, etc. Very linear in shape, with a long straight body and square or long rectangular sleeve&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">kimono<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/kitsuke\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: kitsuke\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;kitsuke&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;The act and art of wearing kimono.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">kitsuke<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/komon\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: komon\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;komon&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Casual kimono with an evenly-spaced all over design. Can vary from very subdued to very bold&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">komon<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/komono\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: komono\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;komono&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Small items and accessories necessary for dressing.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">komono<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/kurotomesode\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: kurotomesode\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;kurotomesode&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Black short-sleeved kimono with designs only below the knees. Very formal, worn by married women.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">kurotomesode<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/maiko\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: maiko\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;maiko&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Apprentice geisha (notably in Kyoto)&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">maiko<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/maru\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: maru\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;maru&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Vintage style of formal&nbsp;obi, typified by a small allover pattern.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">maru<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/meiji\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: meiji\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;meiji&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Historical era, from 1868 to 1912.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">meiji<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/meisen\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: meisen\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;meisen&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;A textile where the threads are pre-dyed and woven in a specific manner to form a distinct pattern. Typified by slightly &amp;quot;blurry&rdquo; edges of the design.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">meisen<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/michiyuki\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: michiyuki\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;michiyuki&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Typically longer coat than haori, closes in the front with snaps or buttons, also has at least one pocket.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">michiyuki<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/mofuku\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: mofuku\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;mofuku&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;&amp;quot;Mourning clothes&rdquo;. Solid black garments worn only to funeral. Generally taboo to wear otherwise, but small accessories in black are becoming more commonplace.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">mofuku<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/moribana\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: Moribana\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Moribana&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Low and wide or &amp;quot;piled up&amp;quot; form of Ikebana&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">Moribana<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/musubi\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: musubi\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;musubi&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt; Decorative obi knot or bow tied in the back.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">musubi<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/nageire\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: Nageire\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Nageire&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Upright form of Ikebana&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">Nageire<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/nagoya\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: nagoya\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;nagoya&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Casual practical style of&nbsp;obi, narrow around the waist and widening in the drum part.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">nagoya<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/obi\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: obi\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;obi&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;The sash tied around the waist. Typically six (casual) or twelve (formal) inches wide, and about 120 to 150 inches long. Can be made of silk, synthetic, hemp, cotton, etc.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">obi<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/obiage\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: obiage\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;obiage&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Silk scarf that is both decorative and functional, used to hide the cushions used in more ornate obi musubi.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">obiage<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/obidome\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: obidome\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;obidome&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt; Brooch-like jewelry worn on the obijime&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">obidome<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/obijime\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: obijime\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;obijime&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Silk cord that holds the obi and musubi in place.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">obijime<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/ohashori\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: ohashori\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;ohashori&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;A fold at the waist of the kimono, used to adjust length and shape, and generally visible below the obi. A sign of a well-fitting kimono is the ability to make a tidy ohashori.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">ohashori<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/reiwa\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: reiwa\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;reiwa&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Current era, from 2019 onwards&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">reiwa<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/rikka\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: rikka\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;rikka&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Standing\/upright traditional Ikebana arrangement&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">rikka<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/rinzu\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: rinzu\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;rinzu&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Smooth silk with a tone-on-tone figured, damask-like woven design. Often used as the backdrop for more elaborate decoration.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">rinzu<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/ro\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: ro\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;ro&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Sheer summer weave&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">ro<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/sakura\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: sakura\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;sakura&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;cherry blossom&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">sakura<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/shibori\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: shibori\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;shibori&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;A traditional method of tie-dye typified by tiny raised bumps where the knots are tied. Incredibly labour-intensive and distinctive.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">shibori<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/shin\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: Shin\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Shin&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;The tallest stem in an ikebana arrangement, representing heaven&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">Shin<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/showa\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: showa\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;showa&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Historical era, from 1926 to 1989.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">showa<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/soe\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: Soe\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Soe&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;The middle stem in an ikebana arrangement, representing&nbsp;man&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">Soe<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/suiban\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: suiban\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;suiban&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Wide, shallow container for ikebana. May be decorated with stones and small objects, to emulate a miniature landscape.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">suiban<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/tachibana\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: tachibana\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;tachibana&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Mandarin orange flower&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">tachibana<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/taisho\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: taisho\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;taisho&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Historical era,  from 1912 to 1926.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">taisho<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/tomesode\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: Tomesode\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Tomesode&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Short-sleeved kimono worn by older, usually married women.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">Tomesode<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/tsuitake\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: tsuitake\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;tsuitake&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Kimono worn without ohashori, typically done with casual vintage kimono&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">tsuitake<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/tsukesage\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: tsukesage\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;tsukesage&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Visiting kimono, patterns separate and distinct on each fabric piece. Slightly casual but still very versatile.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">tsukesage<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/tsumugi\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: tsumugi\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;tsumugi&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;A rough, slubbed silk, similar to Dupioni. Typically less formal than other weaves, however high-end tsumugi can have an incredibly luxurious feel.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">tsumugi<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/ume\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: ume\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;ume&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Plum blossom&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">ume<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/urushi\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: urushi\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;urushi&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;A weave using lacquered threads, resulting in a stiff, shiny design.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">urushi<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/wafuku\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: wafuku\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;wafuku&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Catch-all term for Japanese traditional clothing.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">wafuku<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/yabane\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: yabane\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;yabane&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Arrow feather&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">yabane<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/yukata\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: yukata\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;yukata&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Informal cotton&nbsp;kimono, often worn during festivals or at resorts.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">yukata<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/yuzen\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: yuzen\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;yuzen&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Resist-paste dyeing that results in a rich, lush, painterly look. Often enhanced with gold paint or leaf.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">yuzen<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/glossary\/zori\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLinkMain \"  title=\"Glossary: zori\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;zori&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Dressy kimono sandals with a stacked sole, typically patent leather, silk, or nice vinyl.&lt;\/div&gt;\"><span itemprop=\"name\">zori<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"clear clearfix cmtt-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"ays-arp-under-posts-container ays-arp-elegant-layout \" id=\"ays-arp-under-posts-container-11938-69ea4e9ae79c4\"  data-id=\"69ea4e9ae79c4\" data-ratio=\"0.75\"><h2 class=\"ays-arp-under-posts-container-title\">Related Posts<\/h2><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"ays-arp-id-69ea4e9ae79c4\" value=\"11938\"><div class=\"ays-arp-under-posts\"><div class=\"ays-arp-under-post\"><div class=\"ays-arp-under-post-header\"><div class=\"ays-arp-under-post-img-row\"><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/2026\/04\/birthstone-ensembles-april-diamond\/\" class=\"ays-arp-under-post-link\"  ><img src=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/april-diamonds-2-100x100.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"ays-arp-under-post-img\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/april-diamonds-2-100x100.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"ays-arp-under-post-img ays-arp-under-post-img-mobile\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ays-arp-under-post-content\"><div class=\"ays-arp-under-post-title-row\"><div class=\"ays-arp-under-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/moonblossom.net\/blog\/2026\/04\/birthstone-ensembles-april-diamond\/\" class=\"ays-arp-under-post-link\"  >Birthstone Ensembles - 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