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Afterwards, I thought about how those different situations speak to the charged complexities of a garment which is easily definable in shape straight-seamed, wide-sleeved but hard to absolutely pin down in terms of use: the kimono has been both formal and casual, liberating and restrictive, masculine and feminine, for centuries now

Sometimes opting for the non-obvious footwear choice makes for the best outfit (and probably the most comfortable)

I wear it regularly for medieval fairs and get great feedback

An invisible back zip with a hook and eye closure ensures a perfect fit

Look for styles with a rubber or suede sole if you want the option of stepping outside briefly