1960s Japanese Silk Screen Printed Tomesode Kimono Corseted_Party_Dress Gathered stitching at the shoulders

Gathered stitching at the shoulders and sleeves create a feminine balloon sleeve

The fabric has no stretch but this will suit a wide variety of sizes both open and closed

neckline and cuffs are finished with elaborate gold trim

broken up with borders of white which make the colours really pop

The skirt falls to knee-length and has a small slit in the back for ease of movement

1960s Japanese Silk Screen Printed Tomesode Kimono Corseted_Party_Dress Gathered stitching at the shouldersThis 1960s Japanese tomesode kimono is a striking example of postwar textile artistry, crafted from lustrous silk and decorated with a meticulously hand silk screened design. It is distinguished by its elegant black ground and elaborate patterning of floral blooms in white, peach, violet and jungle green. The silk screen technique, popularised during the 1960s as Japan embraced both technological innovation and export craftsmanship, allowed for vivid