This listing is for a traditional vintage furisode kimono - the most formal, long-sleeved style created for a young, unmarried woman.  See below for more detail.

Richly detailed, this vintage furisode kimono is a deep rose/plum toned silk, where flowing clouds cradle densely packed floral gardens and elegant bird pairs. The clouds are filled with peonies, mums, maple leaves, wisteria, and more, highlighted with touches of gold leaf and metallic couching that add depth and quiet shimmer. Nestled among the florals are pairs of oshidori mandarin ducks, a traditional symbol of harmony and enduring partnership, giving the design a gentle, vintage quality. The kanoko (fawn spot) shibori appears stenciled, not hand tied.

Inside, the kimono reveals a striking red silk lining patterned with scattered gold blossoms and white floral motifs, an unexpected detail that adds warmth, contrast, and a sense of hidden luxury.

Furisode are worn for formal events, such as Seijin-no-hi (Coming of Age Day, sometimes translated as Adults Day) in early January. Furisode are also worn for weddings, recitals, receptions, and other celebrations calling for formal attire. Note the long sleeves (furi = long, sode = sleeves) sometimes called "butterfly sleeves", which flow with grace when she gestures, attracting male attention!

If you'd like to display the kimono, we offer hanging rods in a variety of colors (brown, black, natural, white, and red) - see the Add a Display Rod? tab below.

If you'd like to wear or display this kimono with a traditional obi, browse our Fukuro Style Obi or email us if you don't see one you like. Although it isn't traditional, if you'd like one of our simple cotton sashes to wear with this, we'll choose a complimenting color (see Add a Sash? above).

For more information on wearing a furisode or the traditional textile techniques used to make this kimono, see videos below.