Vintage Obi Silk Cravat — Multicolor Arrow Feather & Wave Motifs 矢羽根立波文

Product Description

A refined reinterpretation of Japanese ceremonial silk and classic neckwear — this handcrafted cravat is made from a vintage 100% silk obi.

The textile features traditional Japanese motifs such as standing waves and arrow-feather patterns, arranged in a vivid multicolor composition of deep red, gold, green, ivory, and warm earthy tones. Depending on the styling, it can feel preppy, elegant, expressive, or quietly poetic.

Designed to be worn not only as a cravat, but also as a scarf or an alternative to a necktie, it pairs beautifully with jackets, coats, or shirts and brings a distinctive accent to everyday dressing. Because each piece is cut from a different section of a vintage obi, every cravat reveals its own balance of pattern, color, and textile character.

Key Features

• Made from vintage 100% silk obi
• Both front and reverse use original obi fabric
• Matcha-green reverse side adds a subtle contrasting accent
• Can be styled as a cravat, scarf, or neckwear alternative
• Different knots and styling methods reveal different aspects of the textile
• One-of-a-kind pattern placement due to the nature of vintage obi

Materials & Construction

Outer: Vintage obi fabric, 100% silk
Reverse: Vintage obi reverse fabric, 100% silk
Construction: Handmade in Japan

Total length: approx. 125 cm
Blade width: approx. 15 cm
Neck width: approx. 6 cm

The neck section is gently tucked to create shape and a balanced drape.

About the Cravat

The cravat is a classic form of neckwear that predates the modern necktie, long associated with tailored dress and expressive personal style.

This piece reimagines that tradition through vintage Japanese silk, translating the ceremonial richness of obi textiles into a versatile modern accessory.

It can be styled neatly under a shirt collar, worn loosely with a jacket, or used as a small scarf to add color and texture to simple outfits.

Notes on Vintage Textiles

This piece is made from vintage silk obi fabric. Subtle age-related traces, thread irregularities, slight discoloration, or signs of previous textile storage may remain. These are part of the textile’s history and authenticity.

Because each piece is cut from vintage obi, pattern placement and color balance vary from piece to piece. No two pieces can be exactly the same.

Photos are taken with a Nikon DSLR in natural daylight without flash. Actual colors may vary slightly depending on indoor lighting and display settings.

Styling and outfit images are for reference only.

Care

Dry clean only.
Do not machine wash.
Store away from direct sunlight and humidity.

Shipping

Ships from Japan with tracking and insurance.
Express international shipping typically takes 5–10 business days after dispatch, depending on destination, flight schedules, customs processing, and local conditions.

Please review your country’s import regulations before purchasing. Import duties, VAT, customs handling fees, or other local charges may be collected by local customs authorities and are the responsibility of the buyer.

For styling, sizing, or custom inquiries, please contact us before purchase.