Wave & Spring Treasures
Motif
This vintage obi is a real party garment: a black background with big gold contrasting curly waves motifs, and small details to enjoy as you fix your attention closer to it, including cherry and plum blossoms. The flowers are arranged in cloud-shaped element, and another auspicious motif is joining them, called shippou, which translates as “seven treasures”. This traditional motif take its root in ancient buddhism.
Framing
When ordering a Phone bag or a Bumbag, you can choose the details and colours of the motif you would like to feature on your bag. A bigger design like the Computer bag or the Weekender will allow the entire motif to show.
a focus on the plum blossoms and the curls of the waves
a focus o the cherry blossoms
In-person workshop in Kyoto
If you are visiting Kyoto and would like to spend some time discovering these fabrics in person, you are welcome to visit my studio.
Together, we will design your bag from A to Z. You will choose your favourite obi and even cut the fabric yourself, selecting the exact part of the motif you love most.
I will then carefully sew and finish your bag and ship it to you once it is complete.
→ Book a studio visit and experience the fabrics with your own eyes