yesterday: Utagawa Hiroshige 's exibition- here in Rome



I was so surprised by the space and architectural organization of the museum, there was a really japanese atmosphere! even the girls working at the museum were wearing kimonos!!
so, today's inspiration is dedicated to kimonos (old and new).



wedding kimono from 19th century with cherry and peony flowers (satin de soie)
(courtesy of http://dianepernet.typepad.com/)



kimono parts
(courtesy of http://www.burdafashion.com)



contemporary kimono


for the find of the day : Anna Nipponica makes kimono dresses using pure silk and the best quality kimono with gorgeous prints. it is a wonderful story between a grandmother and her granddaughter and their outstanding kimonos.





and, finishing, one picture from my trip to Paris last year..