Evening ensemble

Design House Hanae Mori French
Designer Hanae Mori Japanese

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This evening ensemble is an early example of Hanae Mori's work. Here she uses two types of fabric printed with the same motif to create a shadow effect. The cape sleeves are reminiscent of the extended sleeves of the furisode, a formal kimono style worn by young, unmarried women.

Evening ensemble, Hanae Mori (French, 1977–2004), silk, Japanese

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