Butterfly Ume Vintage Kimono Silk Handbag

Fabric – Exterior fabric is imported Japanese Vintage wedding kimono silk, preserved for over 20 years. This beautiful fabric was once part of the Wedding Kimono, a rare finding. There are no duplicates. Interior lining is made from matching silk.

Colour and motifs – Brown base with mixture of pastel floral and butterfly motifs. Motifs of graceful butterfly. In Japanese culture, the butterfly is associated with femininity. Also because of its grace and beauty, in Japanese symbolism, the butterfly is a sign of good luck in love and finding your soul mate.

Frame – Bronze frame with kisslock top with fixed handle.

Size – Top frame is 18cm. Overall bag about 23x15x5cm.

Includes cotton storage bag and long chain. This bag is paired with a handmade silk tassel.

Each piece is slightly different, none are identical. Each is made from the same fabric but depending on the cut of the fabric, there will be slight difference. For example, the motifs may position higher or lower on each bag.