If you're choosing an obijime...
Hello, this is Yukiwa❄.
This is sudden, but!
What criteria do you use when choosing an obijime?
When choosing an obijime, the first thing you should consider is the color.
Perhaps the first thing that catches your eye is the color.
Because this is the outfit.
There are groups where the dress code is "a certain color."
A kimono or obi would be too big, so I think I'll try it with accessories.
Like "lipstick" in makeup,
An obijime can change the overall impression with just a small area.
I think color is definitely a top priority.
What is the most commonly used obijime?
Now, next.
What kind of obijime is used so often?
What color or design do you like?
Personally, though...
Color is important, but more than that,
"It holds up well and doesn't crumble easily"
I think that's a very important priority.
The day when you take the time to choose a kimono instead of Western clothes is a little more special than any other day.
On days like that, you want to wear items that you don't have to worry about coming undone.
How to distinguish a good obijime (in stores)
So...how do you choose an obijime that will tie well?
For example, if you buy it in store.
It's almost impossible to actually tighten it.
In such cases, we recommend
The "lightly touch and check" method.
① Try holding it lightly
The obijime that is tightly fastened is,
If you hold it lightly, the shape of your hand will remain firmly in place.
② Try standing it up lightly
If you try to stand it up lightly...it stands up.
③ Try moving it a little closer
If you move it a little closer, that part will become congested.
(Can you see how the center part is closer together and a little thicker?)
You don't need that much force.
In fact, the change is noticeable with just a light touch of your fingertip.
*Please make sure to get permission from the store.
Points to consider when choosing an obijime from an online shop
When you shop online, you can't touch the product to check it out.
In that case, the first thing you should check is
This is the notation for "tegumi (hand-assembled)" .
The obijime is hand-assembled by skilled craftsmen,
Again, it tightens well.
In addition, at our store,
"When I squeeze it tightly, it feels like it will tighten especially well."
We try to include as much of our actual impressions of the product in the product description as possible.
However, this is just a personal feeling.
It said "it will tighten well" but it doesn't tighten.
Please note that we cannot accept any claims regarding this.
Of course, an obijime without any comments does not necessarily mean that it is difficult to tie.
Enjoy the color while also valuing the tightness
While cherishing your favorite color,
"Does it seem like it will tighten well?"
Just as a bonus point ,
Please use this as a reference when shopping.
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