This pink and ivory silk and linen blend kimono features an auspicious pattern derived from the shape of the tortoiseshell (hexagon), which represents longevity. This kimono features gathered sleeves, and a multi-technique embroidery at the collar, sleeves and back hem. This kimono also features...

This full length vintage dark purple silk kimono with ivory negative peacock print at hem has straight sleeves and in-seam pockets. This kimono also features a "tsuta-mon" (Ivy leaf family crest) at the center back. This ivy crest was used by the Matsunaga clan- a Japanese samurai...

Japan and China have a long history of exchange. The countries share many cultural traditions, and historically Japan celebrated Lunar New Year, however during the Meiji Era (late 19th-early 20th c.) the Japanese government moved towards Westernization by adopting the Gregorian calendar (with the...

This one of a kind kimono is made from a grey vintage chirimen silk (crepe) kimono. The kimono features an all over red floral pattern and would have been considered casual. I have taken inspiration from the floral pattern and embellished the...

Mariko Ichikawa's "few-of-a-kind" mauve facemask is neutral enough to go with everything but has enough color enough not to wash you out.  Made from a silk printed with a stylized floral motif with black synthetic lining. These facemasks are made from up-cycled kimono...

With a pattern originally inspired by the european "toile," this cropped kimono it's been re-cut and re-imagined for a decadent night out in Miami. This cropped kimono is embellished with gold and silver beading at the collar, back and cuffs and features white ostrich feathers and an ivory...

This one of a kind kimono is made from a silk komon (all-over) patterned brocade kimono. The all-over floral pattern and coloring meant it would have been worn in the spring. I have taken the original, long sleeves and gathered...

This one of a kind kimono is made from a vintage silk shibori dyed haori. A haori is a traditional Japanese hip-length jacket, worn over a kimono that historically only men wore. During the early 19th c. the geisha of...

Inspired by Mondrian, this one-of-a-kind blue, white and red kimono features ruffle sleeves and a full-length embroidered collar. one size silk kimono in seam pockets navy blue silk lining bead and sequin embroidery 22" wide x 59" long x 11" sleeve Complimentary alterations are...

Inspired by the earrings Mike Todd gave Elizabeth Taylor, this full length vintage floral komon (all-over) floral motif silk kimono with floral printed motif is embroidered with white feather and seed bead collar, straight sleeves, embroidered patch pockets and and white...

Inspired by the eccentric American architect Addison Mizner, this full length, one-of-a-kind vintage pale green kimono features handpainted flowers, in-seam pockets, gathered sleeves and multi-technique embroidered collar. one size silk kimono in seam pockets light blue silk lining feather, faux pearl and organza...

The Obi Pochette is made from up-cycled obi belts that used to match the kimonos I up-cycle. Limited in run and made in Italy, these pochettes are modern evening clutches or chic bag within bags (and a nod to my own Japanese-Italian heritage!) Red, Silver, Gold, Green and...