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kimono
noun
ki·mo·no
kə-ˈmō-(ˌ)nō 
-nə
plural kimonos
1
: a long robe with wide sleeves traditionally worn with a broad sash as an outer garment by the Japanese
2
: a loose dressing gown or jacket
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The parents also carry profile pictures, many of them professionally shot, some showing young women dressed to impress in traditional kimonos.
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Chris Lau, CNN, 2 Sep. 2023
Additional items include kimonos and bespoke Japanese clothing, decorative arts, and handwritten drafts for Queen’s iconic music catalog.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2023
Today, he’s known for the elaborate references that inspire his creations—from 16th-century Ottoman porcelain to the wardrobe of Louis XV’s mistress Madame de Pompadour to his Japanese grandmother’s 19th-century kimonos—with an archive of more than 10,000 pieces.
—Hayley Maitland, Vogue, 17 June 2023
Bob and Naomi previously told EW that there were almost more kimonos on the season 8 Night of 1,000 Madonnas runway.
—Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 14 June 2023
The stunning campaign features photos of the star modeling different pieces from the new collection including silk bras, underwear, PJs and kimonos.
—Tracey Harrington McCoy, Peoplemag, 11 May 2023
Enjoy everything from traditional sweets to rental kimonos on your way to and from the castle.
—John Walton, CNN, 4 May 2023
The prince is wearing a traditional three-piece morning suit, while the princess is wearing a traditional Japanese kimono.
—Isiah Magsino, Town & Country, 7 May 2023
Spiritum Tulum On top of a great selection of flowing dresses, kaftans, and kimonos, this sustainable fashion brand also offers a great selection of casual and formal menswear.
—Jamie Ditaranto, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2023
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Chris Lau, CNN, 2 Sep. 2023
Additional items include kimonos and bespoke Japanese clothing, decorative arts, and handwritten drafts for Queen’s iconic music catalog.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2023
Today, he’s known for the elaborate references that inspire his creations—from 16th-century Ottoman porcelain to the wardrobe of Louis XV’s mistress Madame de Pompadour to his Japanese grandmother’s 19th-century kimonos—with an archive of more than 10,000 pieces.
—Hayley Maitland, Vogue, 17 June 2023
Bob and Naomi previously told EW that there were almost more kimonos on the season 8 Night of 1,000 Madonnas runway.
—Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 14 June 2023
The stunning campaign features photos of the star modeling different pieces from the new collection including silk bras, underwear, PJs and kimonos.
—Tracey Harrington McCoy, Peoplemag, 11 May 2023
Enjoy everything from traditional sweets to rental kimonos on your way to and from the castle.
—John Walton, CNN, 4 May 2023
The prince is wearing a traditional three-piece morning suit, while the princess is wearing a traditional Japanese kimono.
—Isiah Magsino, Town & Country, 7 May 2023
Spiritum Tulum On top of a great selection of flowing dresses, kaftans, and kimonos, this sustainable fashion brand also offers a great selection of casual and formal menswear.
—Jamie Ditaranto, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2023
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Word History
Etymology
Japanese, clothes, from ki wearing + mono thing
First Known Use
1886, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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“Kimono.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kimono. Accessed 2 Dec. 2023.
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kimono
noun
ki·mo·no
kə-ˈmō-nō
plural kimonos
1
: a loose robe with wide sleeves that is traditionally worn with a broad sash as an outer garment by the Japanese
2
: a loose dressing gown worn chiefly by women
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