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A form of traditional Japanese clothing that is worn in formal
occasions,
Kimonos range from extremely formal to casual. The level of formality is determined mostly by the pattern fabric, and color. Young
women's kimonos
tend to be more elaborate than older women's kimonos. Men's kimonos are
usually one basic shape and are mainly worn in subdued colors. Formality is
also determined by the type and color of accessories and fabric.
Silk is the most desirable, and most formal, fabric. Kimonos made of cotton and polyester
generally reflect a more casual style. Choosing an appropriate type of
kimono requires knowledge of the garment's symbolism and subtle social
messages, reflecting the woman's age, marital status, and the level of
formality of the occasion.
Kurotomesode
a black kimono patterned only below the waistline, kurotomesode are the
most formal kimonos for married women.,
Furisode
are the most formal kimonos for unmarried women, with patterns that cover
the entire garment. .
Irotomesode
single-color kimonos, patterned only below the waistline are slightly
less formal than kurotomesode, and are worn by married women, usually close
relatives of the bride and groom at weddings.
Hōmongi
or visiting wear. may be worn by both married and unmarried women;
often friends of the bride will wear hōmongi at weddings and receptions.
Tsukesage
has more modest patterns that cover a smaller area—-mainly below the
waist-—than the more formal hōmongi. They may also be worn by married women.
Iromuji
single-colored kimonos mainly worn to tea ceremonies.
"fine pattern".
Kimonos with a small, repeated pattern throughout the
garment are more casual and may be worn around town, or dressed
up with a formal obi for a restaurant. Both married and unmarried women may
wear komon.
Edo Komon
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