An Obi is a sash or a belt used to hold in place a kimono, a Japanese traditional dress. This Corset is a unique piece made from a Japanese Obi coming from Kyoto from the Showa Era.
In this piece is are the elegant white Herons flying over a irregular geometrical pattern and multicoloured garden of flowers, with beautiful small gold cherry blossoms and fans. Some touches of golden threads are added to the cream background, further enriching this splendid fabric.
Throughout Asia, the Heron is a symbol of happiness and eternal youth. In Japan especially, it is considered a holy creature and symbolises good fortune and longevity.
Historically, Japanese Hand Fans were tools of aristocrats and samurai class. They were a way to signify social standing, and even communicate messages. The Gold coloured fans are believed to attract wealth and prosperity.
The Chrysanthemum is a Japanese national symbol and it is celebrated the ‘Festival of Happiness’ every year in his honour. The yellow Chrysanthemum represents the sun and the light, auspicious of immortality.
| Weight | 1 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 35 × 35 × 15 cm |
All the Collection Corsets are size UK 8 (EU40).
However, the fit can be slightly different depending on the thickness of the specific Obi used.
The main measureaments in centimetres are:
Waist size 67 cm
Bust size 88 cm
High hip 84 cm.
Our corsets are made to gently squeeze the waist by 2 to 4 cm from the actual “relaxed” waist measurement. Our Collection Corsets are tailored for a “relaxed” waist size of 70 cm, but the corset will actually embrace your waist from 66 to 68 cm, thanks to an internal adjustable belt, which will help you to close the Corset at your comfortable measurement.
