Vintage Obi A-Line Mini Skirt in Deep Navy Floral

Product Description

A structured A-line mini skirt handcrafted in Japan from a vintage fukuro obi — a formal kimono sash traditionally worn for ceremonial dress.

This piece combines smooth deep navy panels with vintage obi panels featuring classical Japanese floral motifs in burnt orange, ivory, muted gold, and soft metallic tones. The contrast between the calm navy base and the ornate obi textile creates a refined, tailored look with a distinctly Japanese presence.

Designed with a clean A-line silhouette, the skirt sits beautifully at the high or mid waist and pairs well with tailored shirts, bow-tie blouses, structured coats, sheer tights, loafers, heels, or ankle boots.

Because each skirt is made from a carefully selected vintage obi, the pattern placement and textile character are unique to this piece and cannot be reproduced in exactly the same way.

Key Features

• One-of-a-kind — made from a single vintage obi textile
• Vintage silk fukuro obi panels with metallic woven details
• Deep navy base with burnt orange, ivory, and gold classical floral motifs
• Structured A-line silhouette with clean panel construction
• Fully lined for comfort and opacity
• No stretch — woven textile structure
• YKK concealed zipper for a clean finish
• Early hook construction with fixed waist fit
• Tapered waistband with inner core for a sharp, structured finish
• Made in Japan with careful attention to textile placement and finish

Size & Fit

Size: S
Waist: 67 cm / 26.4 in — fixed
Length: 44 cm / 17.3 in
Waistband width: 3.5 cm / 1.4 in

Fit notes:
• Designed to be worn at the high or mid waist, depending on body proportions
• Fully lined and not sheer
• No stretch, so please check the waist measurement carefully before purchase
• This is an early production specification with a single fixed hook closure

Materials & Construction

Obi panels: Vintage fukuro obi, 100% silk with metallic threads
Plain panels: Coordinated deep navy fabric
Lining: Polyester
Zipper: YKK concealed zipper
Closure: Early hook construction, single fixed position
Construction: Structured A-line panel construction
Sewing: Made in Japan

The obi used for this piece was originally woven for formal kimono attire. Its metallic threads and traditional Japanese floral motifs give the skirt depth, texture, and a ceremonial quality that cannot be replicated in exactly the same way today.

Behind the Craft

This skirt is created by reworking a vintage ceremonial obi into a modern tailored garment.

The original obi textile is carefully selected, cut, and placed so that the woven pattern becomes part of the garment’s structure rather than a surface decoration. Due to the dense structure and delicacy of vintage obi, the fabric requires careful handling and precise sewing to preserve the integrity of the textile.

The result is a wearable fusion of Japanese formal textile heritage and contemporary tailoring.

Early Production Notes

This skirt is from an early production stage. Please note the following differences compared with later versions:

• The waist is fixed at 67 cm, as this piece uses an early hook construction rather than the later three-position hook system.
• Interior finishing is done with zigzag stitching instead of the later overlock / serger finish.
• The skirt length is 44 cm, approximately 2 cm longer than later designs.

These details are reflected in the product specification.

Notes on Vintage Textiles

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

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

Model images are for styling reference only.

Care

Dry clean only, recommended for silk and metallic threads.
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 sizing, styling, or custom inquiries, please contact us before purchase.