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92Baby Kimono - Traditional Japanese Style
Baby Kimono are a natural off-shoot of the Japanese kimono for adults - the traditional dress of Japan. 'Kimono' in Japanese is a combination of the words 'ki' which means 'to wear' and 'mono' which means 'thing'. The basic 'wrap style' of the...
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86Japan Facts ; Kimonos
Find out all the Japan Facts about kimonos, yukatas, and happi coats. Instructions on how to put on a kimono, buy a yukata or happi coat as a souvenir, and places where you can wear a kimono, yukata, or happi coat. Including summer festivals, ryokans, and onsens.
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84Traditional Japanese kimono fabrics
Kimonos are the traditional dress of Japan. Traditionally hand made from silk, modern kimonos are now often made from easy-care fabrics that are easier, faster and less expensive to manufacture. The fabric and its weave affect the comfort, durability, and warmth of the kimono. Rougher fabrics are less formal than the smoother silk kimonos, which are worn on formal occasions.
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86Wedding Traditions in Different Countries around the World
Wedding traditions vary from country to country. Even within a country, there could be variations among regions based on tribal, ethnicity, cultural and religious affiliations. As I went over wedding traditions from all over the world, I got so...
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83Japanese Festivals
The Japanese culture is one of the most fascinating and colorful cultures in the world. Every thing about the Japanese culture, from the food to the dressing and to the festivals are unique and attention grabbing. The Japanese festivals called...
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84Ooh, La, La - Luscious Satin Robes
There are few things in this life as soft and sensual as the feel of a satin robe against your skin. Just imagine the luxury of matching robes for you and your special someone, long or short, silk or satin, lined with super-soft cashmere for cozy warmth.
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82Knitting~how to design a Sweater
Designing a knitted sweater can be very simple. All you need is a pencil, paper, tape measure,a calculator, some basic math skills, and a good imagination. First you'll want to take some measurements. *You may need someone to help you* ...
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78Kimono and Obi Costuming
Kimono is a favorite of fashion historians, costumers and cosplayers alike. Learn more about kimono costuming, how to wear kimono and tips on how to tie an obi.
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78Facts of Japan -Traditional clothes
The traditional clothe of Japan is the Kimono. It is also called as Gofuku which means clothes of Wu. The Han Chinese clothing in fact influenced the earlier Kimonos of 5th Century. It was only during the Heian period, that kimonos went into a...
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81The Likeness Between Today's Fashion Trends and Star Wars Costumes
Where do we draw the line between fantasy and reality? Does it even matter?To me, fantasy and reality seem to always mimic each other. They are not quite identical, yet inseparably...
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