So you've never worn kimono before and you don't know where to start. Or maybe you've just started learning, but feel a bit lost on how to progress. Well, here I've compiled all of the useful information I have added to this blog over the years. You can reference back to this list of topics any time you feel stuck to help you find your way.
An Introduction to Kimono
https://kimonoseikatsu.weebly.com/kimono-blog/an-introduction-to-kimono
Basic Types of Kimono
https://kimonoseikatsu.weebly.com/kimono-blog/basic-types-of-kimono
Basic Types of Obi
https://kimonoseikatsu.weebly.com/kimono-blog/basic-types-of-obi
How to Start Wearing Kimono
https://kimonoseikatsu.weebly.com/kimono-blog/how-to-start-wearing-kimono
An Introduction to Kimono
https://kimonoseikatsu.weebly.com/kimono-blog/an-introduction-to-kimono
- What is kimono?
- Brief history of kimono
- Overview of materials and accessories
Basic Types of Kimono
https://kimonoseikatsu.weebly.com/kimono-blog/basic-types-of-kimono
- Reviews the various types of kimono, what they mean, and when to wear them.
- Includes men's and women's, but not children's
Basic Types of Obi
https://kimonoseikatsu.weebly.com/kimono-blog/basic-types-of-obi
- Reviews the various types of obi and their formality
How to Start Wearing Kimono
https://kimonoseikatsu.weebly.com/kimono-blog/how-to-start-wearing-kimono
- Everything you need to know to wear a kimono for the first time
- Includes kimono and yukata information
- Includes video tutorials
Frequently Asked Questions
https://kimonoseikatsu.weebly.com/kimono-blog/commonly-asked-questions
Online Kimono Sellers
https://kimonoseikatsu.weebly.com/kimono-blog/online-kimono-sellers
How to Spot Fake Kimono
https://kimonoseikatsu.weebly.com/kimono-blog/how-to-spot-fake-kimono
A Visual Guide to Kimono Terminology
https://kimonoseikatsu.weebly.com/kimono-blog/kimono-terms
If there are any other topics you'd like to learn about, please let me know!
https://kimonoseikatsu.weebly.com/kimono-blog/commonly-asked-questions
- 13 of the most common / important questions beginners have about kimono
Online Kimono Sellers
https://kimonoseikatsu.weebly.com/kimono-blog/online-kimono-sellers
- A list of more than 20+ online kimono sellers
How to Spot Fake Kimono
https://kimonoseikatsu.weebly.com/kimono-blog/how-to-spot-fake-kimono
- Useful guide to buying authentic, traditional kimono
- How to avoid buying nightgowns, bathrobes, and "tourist kimono"
A Visual Guide to Kimono Terminology
https://kimonoseikatsu.weebly.com/kimono-blog/kimono-terms
- A guide of all the various kimono terms along with pictures
- Includes names for most basic kimono dressing accessories
If there are any other topics you'd like to learn about, please let me know!