1960s Japanese Silk Screen Printed Tomesode Kimono vintage_jeff_banks This 2005 Fall collection Christian

This 2005 Fall collection Christian Dior purple coat was designed by John Galliano during his lauded tenure as Creative Director

The top has short sleeves and a rounded neckline that gives way at the back to a skin-flashing low-back that wraps around the waist and ties at the side with three large buckles

On very close inspection

Hardy Amies earnt his stripes designing womenswear

and clear glass beads which very realistically emulate rock crystal

1960s Japanese Silk Screen Printed Tomesode Kimono vintage_jeff_banks This 2005 Fall collection ChristianThis 1960s Japanese tomesode kimono is a striking example of postwar textile artistry, crafted from lustrous silk and decorated with a meticulously hand silk screened design. It is distinguished by its elegant black ground and elaborate patterning of floral blooms in white, peach, violet and jungle green. The silk screen technique, popularised during the 1960s as Japan embraced both technological innovation and export craftsmanship, allowed for vivid