Designer's Voice
Which choice for today?
This Samurai mode skirt HAKKAKE focuses on the “hakkake” of the kimono.
The hakake refers to the lining of a kimono in a different color, and is a chic and fashionable way of showing a glimpse of a lining of a different color or pattern from the outer lining as you walk. I tried to express this in a modern skirt.
Moreover, I made this part of the hakake removable.
This is a skirt that can be loved for a long time without getting tired of it, with the pleasure of changing the pattern according to your feeling.
-Takahiro Sato
What is HAKKAKE?
Hakkake is one of the parts used in a traditional kimono.It is attached to the inside of the hem and cuffs, and is glimpsed when a person moves, such as when walking lightly or when moving one's hands through the cuffs.It not only adds color to the appearance of the kimono, but also plays a practical role in protecting the outer fabric from friction with the hands and feet that move around a lot.In traditional kimonos, the Hakkake, which is especially subject to a lot of friction, could be worn out, and by replacing and re-tailoring only the Hakkake, the kimono could be worn with care for a long time.You can enjoy dressing in various styles with color combinations, such as using the same color for the outer fabric and Hakkake, or daring to use a different color to make it stand out.