Short kimonos, originally worn by both genders, have become popular among women and are made from various fabrics. They vary in type, sleeve length, and tie or belt choice, making them a versatile garment suitable for any body size.
While the traditional Japanese-style robe is designed to touch the floor when worn, there are those short kimonos that have become quite popular. Short kimonos are worn as tunics, dresses, and even made into sweaters. Although the original Japanese-style robe was worn by both men and women, this type of kimono is most often worn by women, but there are some designs created specifically for men. Short kimonos vary in type from those worn after bathing to those that are highly embellished and can be worn as nightwear.
Continuing in both popularity and variety of uses, the short kimono is made from almost all kinds of fabrics and knits. It can be designed to be a loose, lightweight garment, or it can be tighter and made of heavier material. The material chosen for the short kimono largely depends on the type, design, and purpose of the garment. Short kimonos can be worn as an outer garment, such as those made of heavier or knitted material. There are also those types that are worn as shirts, which are made of pure silk material.
The type of kimono sleeves varies greatly in length and width. Although the most popular sleeve is long and wide, many different combinations can be found. Some sleeves are very short, but keep the width of the longer traditional sleeve. These types of kimonos are often worn in the summer or with a light, fitted knit shirt under them. There are those that fall to half length, with very different widths as well.
As for the choice of tie or belt for the short kimono, this seems to be more dependent on the type of style and the intended use of the kimono. Those worn as gowns often have a belt instead of a tie, while those worn as bathrobes will usually have a tie made of the same fabric as the robe to secure them. The tie is usually knotted on the side where the crossover falls; however, there are those users who choose to tie the tie in the center.
The short kimono is a popular choice for many people, depending on the distinctive type of garment, as it suits almost any frame and body size. It can be adjusted as the wearer loses or gains weight, making it an added draw when choosing a limited number of pieces for a wardrobe. The wide variety of weave and weave options for making all kinds of short kimonos also lends itself to the garment’s continued popularity. The short kimono is a versatile garment.
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