TOffascant, emblematic and imbued with tradition, Kimono is much more than a simple garment. Impossible to talk about it without first having explored its millennial history, which as a symbolic dress of Japanese culture led him to become a trendy icon in the panorama of contemporary fashion.
Transversal to the seasons, embraces a refined aesthetic but also the leisurewearis wearing as an elegant dress or in a casual guise instead of the blazer, with his own intrinsic oriental charm to act as a fil rouge in every possible interpretation.
History of Kimono, between tradition and trend
Today the Kimono indicates the typical Japanese T -shaped dress, but originally the term – literal translation of “thing to wear” – it was referred to any generic dress. His first appearance in Japan dates back to over 1300 years agoduring the Nara period, but it is with the Edo dynasty that the kimono becomes in all respects the traditional dress that we know today, more or less sumptuous according to the social class.
With the passing of the dynasties, fashion also evolves, up to the present day. Japan opens up to western influences, and, gradually, kimono is intended almost exclusively for traditional rites such as weddings, funerals and tea ceremonies. Parallel, too the West he lets himself be influenced, enthusiastically welcoming the idea of kimono as a fashionable garment. From the atemporal models of Issey Miyake to the richly decorated ones of Yves Saint Laurentinspired by his trips to Japan, still finding the kimono among the current collections is not so difficult, an indication of a trend capable of resisting the passage of time.
Kimono Donna, the spring-summer models 2025
As proof of the versatility of the kimono, the Spring-Summer Passerelle 2025 They showed us the numerous facets of this timeless piece. From Hui, the influence of the Rising Sun encounters the European taste, giving life to a maxi coat-kimono decorated, combined with an en pendant skirt and the most classic of the shirts, the striped one. From Boss, the elegant silk effect model On the catwalk he recalls the night lingerie, while Etro proposes a contemporary reinterpretation of the Kimono Which, while presenting the traditional floral print, is inspired by the most common cardigan. Finally, the brocade model of Imane Ayissi, with large sleeves and a very close belt alive, is worn in the guise of a jacket over the long dress, chosen in the same color palette.
From the spring-summer 2025 collection of Boss (Spotlight Launchmetrics).
Casual or chic? How to wear kimono from morning to night
Versatile and multifunctional, the kimono easily adapts to Different Dress Codes, Getting from casual look to more refined outfits. During the day he is wearing indiscriminately together with top and t-shirts, jeans and linen trousers, fully embracing the spring mood. To choose In neutral colors and with floral printsis an excellent alternative to Trentch and blazer, especially during the hottest days. For the evening, however, space for ton sur ton combinations decidedly chic: the kimono becomes monochrome And he is worn with elegant clothes and trousers in the same nuances.
The kimono with asymmetrical cutto be worn with a tone -on -tone look, it is perfect for the summer (Photo: Valentina Frugiuele/Getty Images).
After centuries of history, the Kimono keeps his head of the Evergreen chief intact, at the same time fascinating and versatile. For modern fashionists who draw on the past, with a firm look at the fashion of the present.
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