Among the thousands of kimonos I've seen over the years, there is nothing even remotely similar to this very artistic interpretation of morning glory – featuring bold, blue leaves. To achieve the subtle speckles on the leaves and blossoms using stencils requires a special talent. Faded gold metallic pigmented dots are also sprinkled throughout the pattern for extra dazzle. A very bold statement even for kimono, this artistic silk is the only one of its kind. Also stenciled onto silk crepe, the lining features a small scale komon pattern. The intricate blue and white patchwork of hexagons contains a glossary of traditional Japanese komon motifs. Though in a completely different vein than the outer fabric, the lining also showcases the stencil-cutter's art with its intricacy and precision. Both of these silks come from vintage kimonos that I sourced and deconstructed. And the pattern for the bomber jacket is one that I have been developing for a few years. The dress form has a size 40 chest, and the sizing is equivalent to medium-large.
