1930s Floral Hand Painted Silk Red Kimono Accessories and Separates / (2)Chloé Campaign

/  (2)Chloé Campaign

So romantic and whimsical it will make a wonderful dress for summer events or even a less formal wedding gown

slips on and has buttons at the neck

Alas it only has its Holt Renfrew tag that dates it to the early 60s

Each f the designs you see has been hand applied to the gown and donein a way that each seems like an applique with a 3D quality

1930s Floral Hand Painted Silk Red Kimono Accessories and Separates / (2)Chloé CampaignThis is an early Japanese, made for the tourist market, silk crepe kimono in an absolutely stunning shade of a raspberry. It is hand screened and painted with hauntingly beautiful floral motifs. Each design is also hand detailed with a thin black line. I just love the romantic feel of the huge blossoms as they trail across the surface of the kimono. There are fantastic to wear at home, as a light evening topper or even as a dress if you add a silk