{"product_id":"ember-bloom","title":"Ember Bloom","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eVintage Japanese Embroidered Haori | Shōwa-Era Style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn heirloom of quiet luxury, where Japanese tradition meets timeless elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Story\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA captivating vintage Japanese haori in a deep, rich chocolate-brown, adorned with delicate botanical embroidery in shades of crimson, copper and muted rose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFine flowering branches cascade across the back, their intricate details emerging beautifully against the dark fabric. The dramatic kimono sleeves and flowing silhouette create an effortless sense of understated luxury.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside, a pale ivory lining reveals softly undulating blush-pink patterns, reminiscent of the traditional Japanese \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etatewaku\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rare piece of wearable Japanese artistry, created to be admired, worn and treasured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstimated Era:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Shōwa period (1926–1989), likely mid-to-late 20th century. Exact age unverified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehaori\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has a rich history in Japanese dress. Originally associated with men’s outerwear, it was embraced by women during the 19th century and became an elegant staple of Japanese fashion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditionally worn over a kimono, the haori combined practicality with personal expression, often revealing beautiful textile artistry through its decorative motifs and carefully considered linings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece reflects that tradition through its graceful silhouette, restrained floral embroidery and contrasting interior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Art of Symbolism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNature has long held a special place in Japanese textile design, celebrating the beauty of changing seasons and the fleeting moments that make life extraordinary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe delicate flowering branches evoke renewal, natural beauty and the quiet elegance of traditional Japanese aesthetics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe softly flowing lining resembles \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etatewaku\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a classical Japanese motif representing rising steam, traditionally associated with growth, progress and good fortune.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these details create a beautiful contrast between the richness of the exterior and the softness hidden within.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarment Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Authentic vintage Japanese haori\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eEra:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Estimated Shōwa period\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eColour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Deep chocolate brown with crimson and copper embroidery\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Delicate botanical embroidery\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLining:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pale ivory with blush-pink flowing geometric pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSleeves:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Traditional wide kimono sleeves\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Relaxed, flowing, unisex silhouette\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One of a kind\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear over a silk slip dress for evening elegance, with tailored trousers for understated sophistication, or effortlessly layered over denim.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA timeless meeting of heritage and modern individuality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of a kind. 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