Navy Blue Resist-Dyed Silk Jacquard Obi

2000s · 2010s · Japanese

This furisode kimono displays the characteristic long, flowing sleeves that extend nearly to the floor, indicating it is meant for unmarried women in formal contexts. The garment features a geometric checkerboard pattern in navy blue and olive green across the main body, with elaborate cream-colored decorative elements along the sleeve edges that appear to be floral or cloud motifs. The wide obi sash at the waist shows intricate patterning in burgundy and other colors, tied in traditional fashion. The kimono's construction follows classical Japanese tailoring with straight seams and rectangular fabric panels, while the resist-dyed jacquard silk demonstrates sophisticated textile production combining traditional Japanese dyeing methods with contemporary weaving technology.