"Toile du Jouy" refers to distinctive printed textiles manufactured by the Oberkampf factory in Jouy-en-Josas, near Versailles, France, from 1760. The name "toile" came to refer to the style, which became popular in Britain and France in the 18th century and was...

A little Pre-Raphaelite in feel, this one-of-a-kind kimono was inspired by the romanticized paintings of John William Waterhouse. This kimono is made from a silk komon (all over pattern) mint and green satin finished fabric featuring faux patch pockets with tree motif...

If a flame didn't burn silk, but instead cast sequins and beads on it. Mid-thigh length orange vintage rinzu silk kimono with stylized print, asymmetrical embroidered collar, gathered sleeves, in-seam pockets and red silk lining. The original silk kimono is considered antique (50+ years...

This kimono was inspired by the abayas worn by the Emirati women I knew when I lived in Dubai. This one of a kind kimono is made from a "Ro" weave kimono, or a gauze weave, which allows air to pass and...

Inspired by the Wiener Werkstätte that brought together architects, artists and designers working in ceramics, fashion, silver, furniture and the graphic arts at the turn of the 20th century in Vienna. This one of a kind kimono is made from a vintage...

Inspired by my take on the Buddhist Wheel of life, this one of a kind kimono is made from a vintage light-weight rinzu (similar to damask) silk kimono. The komon (al-over) patterned kimono features katazome and yuzen (resist dyeing techniques)....

Inspired by Edwardian-Era Orientalism. This full length vintage blue striped and floral printed taupe chirimen (crepe) kimono features in-seam pockets, beading highlights on the full length of the collar and sleeve hem with blush feather trim and new blue silk lining....