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27 Feb

To understand Neutral, Muted, and Toned down Colors, and their Advantages for Clothes

February 27, 2020
Posted by Polina Couture

The neutral, muted and toned down are becoming more and more popular, in fashion and home decoration. Which are they? What are their advantages? Here is what is important to know, though the example of a belt, made with a Japanese fabric.

02 Feb

Understand Quality, The universe of fabrics

To understand all differences between silk and satin. And nomore be misled.

February 24, 2020
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The difference between silk and satin is very simple: silk is a material and satin is a way to weave. So, you can find satins of silk, cotton, polyester, etc. High end and low end. Here is a simple and clear guide, to understand all subtilities.

09 Jan

Harmony of Colors, The World of Colors

The Color Combinations for Winter of the Imperial Japan.

January 9, 2020
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Get dressed in winter with colors is not that easy. It's cold, landscapes are naked, the days are grey, it impacts our mood, and...

06 Jan

Art & Craft, Japanese fabrics

Haute Couture Japanese Fabrics. What a beauty!

January 6, 2020
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I love the fabrics from Hermès, and from Japan. If most of us figure out the style of high fashion manufacturers, that's not really...

28 Dec

Japanese Aesthetics, Japanese Cuisine

The Japanese Zen Aesthetics in Kitchen and Plates

January 6, 2020
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The ability to create beauty with just a few things is fascinating. And it's the same for the ability to create the good (taste)...

12 Dec

Japanese Aesthetics, The World of Colors

How Japanese traditionally combine colors? And why this know-how started in Middle Age

January 6, 2020
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Let's quickly start by comparing the fashion and importance of color schemes in France and Japan, in cc. 1,000 AD. In France, we don't really...

05 Nov

News

Silk Obi Belts – 2019 / 2020 Collection

November 23, 2019
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There are many different types of silk: satin, duchesse, organza, taffeta, ... But there 3 essential things to know and keep in mind: Silk...

16 Oct

Japanese Cuisine, The World of Colors

The Japanese colors for Tea

January 6, 2020
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Since I love tea and colors ... In many countries, tea is called "Cha". Or "Chai" (Russia). And not only in Asia, since Cha is...

16 Oct

Japanese Patterns, The World of Colors

The Japanese Patterns of Autumn

January 6, 2020
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After the colors (former post), here is a review about the patterns, animals, flowers and textures for the fall / autumn season. A quick historic...

15 Oct

News

Now in 40+ Countries

December 23, 2019
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With this year end 2019, few new countries can be added to the list of those where I sold at least 1 item. So, the...

01 Oct

Japanese fabrics, Japanese Patterns

The Meaning of Animals on Japanese Fabrics

January 13, 2020
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This post presents you the meaning of animal pattern on Japanese or other artisanal objects. And it follows those concerning flowers, geometric patterns, and...