Blossoms, birds, waves, and autumn leaves — these are just a few of the enchanting patterns found on Japanese kimono. Stenciled Elegance: Ise Katagami and the Art of Textile Design highlights the ...

The traditional Japanese designs received a favorable ... wrinkle resistant and softer than regular fabrics used for kimono. The new designs were unveiled during a presentation hosted by the ...

designs that once adorned kimono and other accoutrements is among the hundreds of evocative images collected in Ian Lynam’s “Fracture: Japanese Graphic Design 1875-1975.” A meticulously rese ...

The kimono is intrinsically associated with Japanese culture ... powerful, and meaningful designs. Indeed, it's one of the finest examples of how clothing confers a sense of place and identity.