Hibiscus Silk Kimono
By Akané
Description
This Hibuscus Mulberry Silk Kimono has been hand dyed using hibuscus flowers collected from local temples. All Akane’s kimonos are free size making it extremely versatile whether you are lounging in your house or going for a night out. The lovely handwoven and slightly translucent silk feels really luxurious and soft on the skin and makes you feel extremely relaxed.
Made in India
Details & Fit
- Naturally dyed on pure handwoven Mulberry silk
- Hand wash with cold water and mild soap. Do not bleach, do not scrub. Dry it in the shade. Iron at medium temperature. Natural colour bleeding is part of the process; with additional washes the colour loss will stabilise.
- Free Size
- Length - 40in
The Story
Akané, pronounced as Ah-Kah-Nay, is the Japanese word for madder root or Manjishtha which has been used as a natural dye material traditionally to derive a deep red colour since ancient times. Akané creates naturally dyed, versatile and timeless products. They respect the process of making a product by involving local artisans, sourcing locally & ensuring zero waste. They use of natural dye materials that are easily available in the environment such as flowers, seeds, roots and leaves. alternatives for our customers.