With Kimono now in the heart of fashion all over the world, if you do not already have at least a piece of this outfit in your wardrobe collections, it’s about time you get one.
  
Still wondering why? It is because your most valuable outfits are wardrobe staples pieces, and Kimono falls into this category based on its versatility, such that it can be worn in different ways for all outings, formal, semi-formal, party and casual.
  
Interestingly, the essential ankle-length gown with long, expansive sleeves and a V-neck is originally a Japanese traditional garment. Kimono plays an integral role in Japanese society as it is worn at very important occasions.
  
However, this elegant piece has long become a global outfit and taken a centre stage as wardrobe basics even here in Nigeria.
 
This perfect mix of elegance and ease is worn by both men and women, but seems to appeal more to women in this part of the world due to its effortless features.

Features Of Kimono
• Simplicity – The straight-seamed easy to wear garment is about the easiest but elegant outfit in the world of fashion today.
• It can be designed with any fabric, silks, chiffon, Adire, Ankara, mesh, organza etc.
• It can be combined with any piece of choice.
• It comes out perfect in both long and short gown designs.
• It can be worn with any footwear, depending on the occasion.

Wearing Kimono
Because it has neither buttons nor ties, it is lapped left over right across the chest and secured at the waist by a broad sash known as an obi.