- A rare find of a o-chigo (child's) antique Shinto Shōzoku ensemble. Beautiful gold glinting in the purple kariginu (top) and lovely, purple-blue hakama
- Would make a fabulous display item, the small child's size means it doesn't need too much space to display it.
- Also a good option for using the fabrics to make something else
- I also, at time of writing, have this with a purple version of the top
- Made in Japan
- Type: Shinto shozoku, child's size
- Silk
Condition:
I have a few of these, so the marks inside the tops vary, the photos show examples of typical marks that each top will have.
Very good - some grubbiness inside the top, though this is a very old garment and therefore in extremely good, strong condition.
Measurements:
I have a few of these, so measurements will vary a little, the size given below is representative.
Top:
Sleeve end to sleeve end approximately 80cm
Sleeve seam to sleeve seam approximately 27cm
Length approximately 52cm
Hakama:
Length approximately 63cm
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Child's Antique Shinto Shōzoku Ensemble - Red
Kimono require a sash to hold them closed. This is always bought separately. Men usually wear a kaku obi with their kimono or, casually at home, a soft heko obi
Sizing: Japanese clothing is usually of adjustable fit, being mostly wrap-over or tie-to-fit items, so most garments fit a range of sizes. Because of this (and only really knowing my own size anyway) I can't really advise anyone on the fit. Please judge fit from the measurements given. Check length given for the garment, then measure from base of back of your neck down to judge that length on you
Also measure from centre back of neck, along shoulder and down the arm to the wrist, then double that and compare it with the sleeve end measurement to judge sleeve length
Storage: Hang up your garment for a few hours prior to wearing, to remove fold creases. They should also be hung out to air 4 times per year, if not worn frequently
Some of my garments have white stitching (shitsuke) round the outside edges to keep the edges flat during long periods of storage, these stitches just get pulled out before wearing the garment
Cleaning: Be very cautious about washing kimonos. All cleaning is done entirely at your own risk, as is standard with all vintage garments and items. I would advise only dry cleaning