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FABRIC FRIDAY- SPRING GREENS

23/2/2019

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One of the the nicest things someone said to me lately was, "I just want to follow you around to see where you go and what you're buying when you go on your sourcing days." Sourcing kimono is a key part of my job. I need to see and feel the kimono in person and nothing I buy is sourced online. I look for damaged kimono that have almost no life left in them as garments and that feel right to me in a tactile as well as in an emotional sense. I'm especially driven towards pieces that are hanging on the rack looking forgotten and forlorn, in that instant I can easily picture the kimono as something else.

This beautiful piece was a recent find at the January Boroichi (rag market) where this exact kimono sourcing process took place. It's such a thrill heading out to the market, empty suitcase trundling behind me with no idea of what's waiting to be discovered. I usually have an idea of the colours I'm looking for as the gaps in my collection are becoming quite clear these days, and over the years I've begun to understand what my customers like and the kind of fabric I enjoy working with.

There are some big changes ahead this year for my business. Starting with the complete studio move and overhaul. It's time to put some effort into the space that brings me joy. I'll be blogging about my new space over the coming weeks. Stay in touch with updates by subscribing to become a Biku Insider where you'll hear all about releases, offers, giveaways and events before anyone else.
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    • LINKS
    • Wholesale
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  • SHOP BY COLLECTION
    • EARS >
      • Zoom-Worthy Earrings
      • Ki-Mono Kimono
      • Studs
      • Glass Studs
      • French Lever
      • Statement Earrings
    • NECK >
      • Multi-Bezel Necklace
      • BRAIDED
      • Long Neckpieces
      • Short Neckpieces
      • Necklaces >
        • Small Pendant
        • Medium Pendant
        • Large Pendant
    • WRIST >
      • Single Wrap
      • Double Wrap
      • Triple Wrap
      • Obijime wrap
      • Cufflinks
    • HEADBAND >
      • Twist Headbands
      • Knot Headbands
      • Bow Headbands
      • Scarf Headbands
      • Hard Headband
    • OTHER >
      • FUKUBUKURO
      • Key Fobs
      • Stocking Fillers
      • GIFT CARDS
      • BIKU SOAP BOX
      • Kimono Lover Gift Box
      • Pins
      • Kokeshi Jewellery
    • Special Offer
    • SECRET SUBSCRIBER SALE
  • MAILING LIST