This silk haori demonstrates the masterful application of shibori resist-dyeing techniques to create a dynamic composition of contrasting patterns and textures. The garment features a sophisticated interplay between geometric and organic elements, with coral-orange lozenge-shaped motifs in diamond-shaped lattice formations against deep indigo blue sections that showcase delicate leaf and botanical motifs rendered in white resist patterns. The shibori technique creates characteristic textural variations and subtle gradations in color intensity, particularly visible in the white dotted accents that punctuate the design and the slightly irregular edges where the resist binding has created organic, hand-crafted effects that machine production cannot replicate.
The alternating sections create a striking checkerboard-like arrangement that suggests both traditional Japanese textile patterns and contemporary graphic design sensibilities. The leaf patterns symbolize growth and natural harmony.
It measures 51 inches (130 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end, with a height of 31 inches (79 cm).