The most important thing is the width!
The most important thing when choosing the size of a recycled kimono is the width of the body.
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For those who are unsure about the size
When purchasing a recycled kimono,
We often hear people say, "I'm worried about the size because I can't try it on."
In our previous blog, we have introduced in detail the points to consider when choosing the right size.
If you haven't already, please take a look here.
Why is body width important?
Of course, the length of the garment and the length of the sleeves are important,
In fact , the width of the body is the most difficult to adjust .
In scenes where you walk, bend, or sit,
The ideal width is slightly larger than your hip size.
A "wider width" is especially safe when sitting in seiza, such as at a tea ceremony.
How to check your chest width
So how can you check the width?
Located at the bottom of each product page on our website
■Please see the [Front width] and [Rear width] in the product information .
Don't judge by the S/M/L label alone
On this site, the sizes are S, M, and L.
It is based on "body length (= height)" .
Therefore, just because it is an L size does not necessarily mean that it is wide.
Check your hip size with simple calculations
If you have a kimono that you are used to wearing,
The best way to be sure is to compare it with the dimensions.
However, if you want to check it a little more simply, try the following formula:
[Front width] + [Back width] + [Back width] + [15] ≒ Hip size
If you apply this formula and the numbers are roughly the same or have a little margin,
The size is comfortable to wear.
summary
The key to wearing recycled kimonos beautifully is to
Above all, it's the width of the body .
If you find a kimono with a design that interests you,
First of all, be sure to check the width.
