When we think of traditional Japanese history of costume, it consists of basic pieces such as the Kimono, Obi, and Hakama, This clothing originated in the Edo Period (1601-1867 A.D.) Japanese clothing is as remarkably simple as it is complex and elegant. Ushered in by Tokugawa Ieyasu’s appointment as Shogun or military leader by the Emperor, the Edo period reflects a socially stable and economically prosperous time for Japan. Tokugawa shoguns held control of Japan for over 250 years during which they enforced isolation from the rest of the world by forbidding foreign literature and art and outgoing travel to western countries. Japanese fashion developed independently of other countries which is apparent as their traditional clothing remained in widespread use until post World War II.
Modern designers such as Kenzo have shown collections with the distinctive mark that Japanese costume has left on the modern designer of today . . .
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| Kenzo Resort 2011 |
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| Kenzo: Resort 2011 |
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| Kenzo: Resort 2011 |
I want all of these!!!
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