Kasuri : indigo scarf
A collage of patched Japanese textiles, this generous, fringed scarf will make a fabulous indigo accent to the layered wardrobe. Fine cotton and wool gauze panels harmonise with stunning kasuri woven stripes, creating an overall aesthetic that's distinctly Japanese, with lightweight warmth. Each scarf is very similar, but there are slight differences in the placement of the textiles.
material : 100% cotton
care :
Unevenness and complexity are a lovely feature of authentic indigo's natural character. Some colour may transfer to lighter surfaces, so take care during the first 5 washes.
We recommend separate cold hand washing for this piece. Do not wring, but press excess water out (or blot by rolling in a flat towel), then hang to air dry in the shade. Iron the reverse with a cool iron if you really want to.
length : 180cm
width : 48cm
Woven and constructed in Fukuoka since 1971, Kurume Kasuri (aka Giemon) aim to modernise a traditional weaving style which has a history in Japan reaching back over 220 years.
Kasuri (絣) is a process of skilfully binding warp and/or weft threads before they are indigo dyed. Once woven, undyed sections create complex and distinctive patterns, often with soft or 'blurred' edges; the verb kasureru (かすれる) means "to blur" or "to fade".
In 1957, the traditional techniques of Kurume Kasuri were designated an Important Intangible Cultural Property of Japan, and the company is proud to preserve this beautiful tradition with simple designs for daily use.