Obijime Skirt
Obijime (帯締め) = a decorative cord to hold the obi on a kimono in place.
Inspired by the Obijime, this traditionally decorative cord has been used to hold up the pleated skirt. Traditional decorative ties are encouraged when wearing this skirt. This skirt has been hand dyed with organic indigo powder and is zero waste by design.
🏻 Fabric: 100% cotton, damaged deadstock, Remnant Warehouse, Australia
🗑 Dye: 100% Organic Indigo Powder, Tarai Blue, India
𓍼 Thread:100% cotton, R.Mrecht (CoS dyed with Avocado pits), Australia
🏷 Care Label: 100% cotton, Dortex, Germany
- Make Indigo Dye Vat
- Cut rectangle
- Dye fabric in indigo
- Fold box pleats along fabric
- Sew skirt hem, pleats and belt loops
- Cut knit fabric strips
- Dye fabric strips
- Cord fabric strips
- Attach obijime cord to skirt
- Sew care label
𐚁 The important measurement for the Obijime Skirt is the hip measurement. This point does not stretch so the skirt will have to fit over the hips.
The measurements are as follows:
XS: 79cm
S: 87cm
M: 95cm
L: 103cm
XL: 111cm
The length for all skirts are 50cm.
If between sizes please size up.
Due to the delicate nature of Child of Society’s handmde items, special care is required:
⛱ Store in shade away from direct sunlight.
✋︎ Cold wash with like colours inside out. Dry in shade.
✘ Do not bleach or soak. Do not tumble dry.
✿ This skirt is hand-made and hand dyed with indigo. Reflecting nature, colours will naturally change, mature, and fade over time, making it unique to you! I hope you find beauty in this process.
𓍯𓂃 The natural origins of this garment also allow it to be compostable! Please repair, re-gift, donate and dispose responsibly.
Contact Us if you have any questions.
Terms and Conditions
By ordering this item you understand that colours and patterns of the fabric will vary slightly due to the nature of natural dyes and handmade design. Please see our return & refund policies here.
By purchasing this item you also agree to dispose of it responsibly and to the best of your ability. This can include repairing, re-gifting, donating and composting (where possible). Please contact us if you need any assistance with disposal.