{"product_id":"midnight-fan","title":"Midnight Fan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne-of-a-Kind Vintage Japanese Pure Silk Five-Crest Formal Kimono (Montsuki)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA true collector’s piece, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMidnight Fan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an authentic vintage Japanese formal kimono crafted from luxurious pure black silk and finished with five traditional family crests (Itsutsu-mon), a mark of the highest level of ceremonial dress in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dramatic black silk provides the perfect canvas for an extraordinary hand-finished composition of gilded fans, cranes, chrysanthemums, peonies and geometric motifs flowing across the lower half of the garment. Rich gold detailing catches the light beautifully, while soft tones of ivory, crimson, powder blue and lilac create remarkable depth and elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Japanese symbolism, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecranes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e represent longevity and good fortune, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epeonies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e signify prosperity and honour, while \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003echrysanthemums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e embody longevity and nobility. The layered fans symbolise unfolding opportunities, celebration and blessings carried through generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally worn for important occasions, this heirloom-quality kimono is now a breathtaking statement piece—equally beautiful styled as wearable art or displayed as a textile masterpiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetails\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic vintage Japanese formal kimono (Five-Crest \/ Itsutsu-mon)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% pure black silk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFive traditional family crests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-finished gold detailing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCranes, peonies, chrysanthemums and layered fan motifs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional full-length silhouette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandmade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne-of-a-kind collector’s piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurated by Akiko \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent vintage condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFree Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned with a relaxed, flowing silhouette that suits a range of body shapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA striking piece to wear open over monochrome tailoring, silk slips or eveningwear, or display as a museum-worthy textile. Its timeless black silk and intricate artwork make it an heirloom that transcends trends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an authentic vintage Japanese garment that has been carefully sourced in Japan. Gentle signs of age are part of its story and celebrate the craftsmanship and history of this one-of-a-kind piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akiko \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53824164430138,"sku":null,"price":2900.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/3972\/7674\/files\/ED78EBE5-1058-48B4-8AC8-A0AECE731F11.jpg?v=1785481637","url":"https:\/\/akikoco.co.za\/products\/midnight-fan","provider":"Akiko \u0026 Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}