“I run my hands down the fabric and trace the intricate pattern. The maple leaves are hand-painted, outlined in gold and silver on a peach background. Mom's kimono is light orange and ombre the color of the sunset, with cranes alighting from the hem. The gowns are yūzen kimonos, part of a dying art in Japan.” DesignsDyeKimono Book:Tokyo Dreaming Source: Tokyo Dreaming
“I take a deep breath. Hard to do since my waist in cinched so tight. Mariko certainly worked her fairy godmother magic. My kimono is teal silk stitched with silver threads to mimic rippling water and embroidered with multi-colored lily pads. Hair pulled back in a low bun with a chrysanthemum pin complements the outfit.” KyotoJapanese FashionKimono Book:Tokyo Ever After Source: Tokyo Ever After