Japanese Brides Are Turning Traditional Kimonos Into Extraordinary Wedding Dresses

It’s not unusual for modern Japanese weddings to combine Shinto wedding traditions with several elements of Western Nuptials. Expectedly, a Japanese bride wears a furisode long-sleeve Kimono, but presently some brides are turning their commonly-used garments into a unique spin.

Folding the sleeves down, brides are now adding up decorative bow at the back, making their Kimonos an elegant strapless dress. The best part of it all:  The changes are all superficial, meaning the wedding dress can be turned back into the original Kimono.

So, instead of having your wedding dress wore once and abandoned in a closet to collect dust, you can wholeheartedly try out this unique style.

More Info: h/t: rocketnews | The Oriental Wasou

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