Kimono : vanishing tradition : Japanese textiles of the 20th century / Kimonos Textile fabrics Textile design

Imperatore, Cheryl,

Kimono : vanishing tradition : Japanese textiles of the 20th century / Cheryl Imperatore & Paul MacLardy, with Tena Turner. - Revised and expanded second edition. - 256 pages : colour illustrations ; 29 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (page 250) and index.

History -- Yukata cotton robes -- Nagajuban undergarments -- Women's kimono -- Tomesode kimono for formal occasions -- Obi & accessories -- Women's haori short silk jackets -- Michiyuki overcoats -- Men's apparel -- Uchikake and furisode -- Children's kimono -- Furoshiki & fukusa ceremonial cloths -- Religious & ceremonial wear -- Fragments into finery Japanese textiles renewed.

"Kimono is a generic term for traditional Japanese clothing; it means “thing to wear.” This revised and expanded second edition provides an overview of various traditional garments, introduces types of designs found in twentieth century kimono that are still available, and presents wearable art and home décor inspired by kimono from contemporary artists. Because wearing kimono is diminishing and kimono are disappearing from Japanese wardrobes, they will become increasingly collectible. Each of the fourteen chapters opens with the definition of the type of apparel covered including everyday, formal, etc., as well as their use in Japanese life. The terms are further explained in the glossary. Over 525 color photographs display brilliant and subtle textile designs and demonstrate beauty in men’s, women’s, and children’s garments and accessories. Textile and clothing designers will find a wealth of inspiration here, as well as vintage clothing enthusiasts and those who wish to wear kimono traditionally."--Page [2] of book jacket.

9780764350504 0764350501

2015952475


Kimonos--History.
Textile fabrics--History--Japan--20th century.
Textile design--History--Japan--20th century.

GT1560 / .I46 2016

391/.00952