Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk - Non Fiction - Hardcover
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Title:
Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Hardcover
Overview:
Step into the world of the kimono beyond ceremony and ritual. Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk reclaims the garment as a living vehicle for style, material ingenuity, and cultural exchange. This hardcover volume accompanies a major Victoria & Albert Museum exhibition and gathers more than 250 garments from the V&A and collections worldwide. Through lavish photography and clear, accessible essays, the book traces the kimono’s journey from historic wardrobes in Japan to its bold reimagining on global runways and in contemporary street style. Edited by Anna Jackson for V&A Publishing, it pairs historical context with modern design, showing how colors, patterns, and silhouettes carry meaning across centuries. Readers will meet a spectrum of wearers—from courtiers and artisans to pop icons and red-carpet stars—and see how designers such as Issey Miyake, John Galliano and Alexander McQueen reinterpreted traditional forms. For students, designers, and fashion lovers alike, the book offers both a deep scholarly perspective and a visually exhilarating reading experience. It invites you to understand the kimono not as a static artifact but as a dynamic conversation between history and fashion, craft and commerce.
What Makes This Book Stand Out:
This is not a static catalog. Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk foregrounds the kimono as a dynamic style language, illustrating how technique and silhouette evolved across centuries and geographies. The 250+ garments are presented with close-up photography and captions that illuminate weaving methods, dyeing processes, embroidery, and construction. The writing threads historical context with contemporary design, showcasing the garment’s influence on pop culture—from stage costumes to red-carpet moments—and demonstrating how Western designers absorbed traditional form without erasing its cultural roots. The layout blends scholarly essays with visually arresting plates, turning a museum catalog into a storytelling experience. Because the book is tied to a celebrated exhibition, it benefits from authoritative curatorial voice and access to major collections, ensuring accuracy and depth. This makes it ideal for reference, coursework, or a personal collection that grows richer with every read.
Who This Book Is Perfect For:
Fashion historians, students of textile design, and lovers of Japanese culture will find this volume indispensable. It also speaks to costume designers, stylists, and fashion enthusiasts who want credible context for kimono-inspired looks. Gift buyers will appreciate the coffee-table-worthy photography and the accessible narrative that bridges past and present. Whether you’re building a fashion library, teaching a class, or simply seeking a visually stunning guide to a garment that travels the world, Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk offers authoritative insight and inspiring ideas for personal style and professional projects alike.
Key Highlights:
- 250+ garments from the V&A and international collections
- Hardcover format with premium image plates
- Edited by Anna Jackson for V&A Publishing
- Traces the kimono’s journey from traditional wear to modern catwalk
- Explores its influence on pop stars and fashion designers
- Rich combination of historical essays and close-up garment plates
- Elegant gift for fashion lovers, students, and collectors
About the Editor:
Anna Jackson edited Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk. This volume, published by V&A Publishing, accompanies the Victoria & Albert Museum’s major exhibition and brings together scholarly perspectives on the kimono’s history, ceremonial role, and global influence. The book draws on the V&A’s world-class collection and international holdings to present a cohesive narrative that situates traditional kimono craft within contemporary fashion. While rooted in scholarship, the text is written for a broad audience, inviting readers to connect historical techniques—such as weaving, dyeing, and embroidery—with today’s designers and wearers. The result is a definitive guide that celebrates the kimono as a living, evolving language of dress.
Why You’ll Love This Book:
Owning Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk means possessing a definitive, beautifully produced reference that elevates any fashion library. It’s a standout gift for designers, students, and culture enthusiasts, offering both inspiration and rigorous context in equal measure. The hardcover edition creates a durable keepsake that will look stunning on a coffee table or in a classroom shelf, while its cross-cultural perspective keeps it relevant to readers curious about how global fashion travels and transforms traditional dress.
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