Trying a Kimono
We both love all aspects of Japan including their fashion. One thing we have never tried in Japan is renting kimonos to wear to get the real experience of living a traditional Japanese life. Kimono actually just means “worn object” and has come to mean the long robe that’s so closely associated with Japan. Rather than the traditional wedding dress and tuxedo, we are considering buying kimonos; however, since neither of us have tried one Jen sought out a place in Toronto to wear them. Thankfully there is one Japanese kimono teacher (it takes a while to learn how to properly dress in a kimono) who rents kimonos for special events and photo shoots. She was kind enough to let us come to her house to try wearing a few different styles and to learn more about them.
Once Jen get excited about something there is no stopping her enthusiasm. Many kimono books were purchased and devoured learning about the history, fabrics, colours and patterns of the different types of womans kimonos. Mathew decided he should invest some time into researching men’s kimonos. There’s only one style for men; pick a dark colour and you’re done. With the research done is was fashion show time!
