Carol Ziogas, Kimonomomo
Subtle Arts: The Layering & Meaning of Japanese Kimonos
What makes a kimono formal? What can sleeves tell us about the wearer? How many layers are there?! Explore the significance of details in kimono design and how they influence modern styles in both Eastern and Western clothing today through Carol’s collection of 19th and 20th century kimono and related garments.
Kimono generally means “something worn”, but within that meaning there are many variations. Such a garment can tell you from a glance the gender, marital status, social standing, interests, and wealth of the wearer, as well as the season, location, and event for which they might be wearing that particular kimono. From a tattered Buddhist pilgrim’s coat to the formal dress of a young city socialite, kimono speak a language that has stood for centuries in Japan, and continues to evolve today. Each layer within a kimono ensemble serves a purpose, and nothing goes to waste. Explore a selection of these pieces including fine silks, cotton, and bast fibers native to Japan, and broaden your understanding of how this classic garment can teach us more about Japanese art, history, and culture from a very human perspective.
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