I found this kimono years ago, but I’m not sure how old it is. It’s at least from the 1960’s but maybe long before that.
The great thing about these older items is the exquisite detail and workmanship. Some items like these may still be available, but I have rarely seen them – even on a visit to Chinatown!
The fabric and embroidery are very fine and there is a lot of hand-done tailoring. Although the classic styles haven’t changed over the decades, you can tell the difference between those that are vintage and more modern ones.
I do also have 2 or 3 gorgeous silk robes made in the Chinese style for Saks Fifth Avenue in the’50’s, ’60’s or ’70’s that are beautifully detailed, but they are geared more to fashion than to authentic traditional Chinese costume.
I wonder where this one originally came from . . . .. . . . .. . . you just never know . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Morgana Martin, the Magicvintagespy
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That one really is interesting. How do you go about researching the age of garments?
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Most of my knowledge has come here and there from personal experience. That’s the big reason why I wrote a book about it, to make the info a little more accessible. I cover a lot of suggestions, pointers and several other books that have been very helpful. Info on the internet is sometimes contradictory, I’ve found. It’s not rocket science, but sorry I can’t give a short answer to this question!
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Outstanding story there. What happened after? Take care!
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Haven’t found another one like it – at least, not yet. But, other robes from the ’30’s and ’40’s and ’50’s, mostly in rayon and cotton, both men’s and women’s. I keep looking for more beautiful vintage Chinese and Japanese silk items . . . .
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