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Silver 2-Pronged Kanzashi Hair Decoration, Chrysanthemum
A kanzashi hair decoration with an intricate flower design. Kanzashi are traditional Japanese women's hair decorations. They saw the height of their popularity in the 18th and 19th centuries in the latter half of the Edo era , when specialist artisans flourished and poured their skills into a wide variety of fine pieces. In modern Japan they have tended to be part of traditional coiffures--such as those worn by geishas and brides--but in recent years they are taking center stage once more as young Japanese women adopt them into Western outfits to add a touch of grace and elegance.
Silver Kanzashi Hair Decoration, Layered Cherry Blossoms
With two cherry blossoms, one on top of the other, for a design with depth and presence. Kanzashi are traditional Japanese women's hair decorations. They saw the height of their popularity in the 18th and 19th centuries in the latter half of the Edo era , when specialist artisans flourished and poured their skills into a wide variety of fine pieces. In modern Japan they have tended to be part of traditional coiffures--such as those worn by geishas and brides--but in recent years they are taking center stage once more as young Japanese women adopt them into Western outfits to add a touch of grace and elegance.
Silver Kanzashi Hair Decoration, Butterfly
The open spaces in the butterfly's wings give it life and energy. The dangling flower is based on the "birabira" kanzashi hair decorations worn by maiko (apprentice geisha). Being aware of the way this decoration sways with each step you take can naturally make the way you walk more beautiful!
Flower designs hand-cut one by one, and attached to silver chains to create netsuke (traditionally used to secure belongings to a belt). The swaying motifs are subtly stylish. Wear in the season in which that flower blooms for an added level of style, and change the straps to create different effects with different colors. They can be worn as beautiful pendants too by swapping the strap for a chain.
Netsukes (traditionally used to secure belongings to belts) made from lucky motifs rendered in silver. Wear on the belt of a kimono for a subtle accent, or attach to something you keep with you--like your wallet or cell phone--so fortune is close by at all times.
Netsuke (traditionally used to secure belongings to a belt) featuring animals from the Chinese Zodiac. These make wonderful presents; give the animal for the year that person was born in, or simply that person's favorite animal.
Silver Incense Stand Strap, Cherry Blossom
In a flower design engraved on both sides and made slightly thick, like a tea ceremony sweet. With a silver catch, so it can be removed from the strap and attached to anything you want. The strap is pure silk and is tied as a Kyoto braid.
Silver Incense Stand Strap, Moonflower
In a flower design engraved on both sides and made slightly thick, like a tea ceremony sweet. With a silver catch, so it can be removed from the strap and attached to anything you want. The strap is pure silk and is tied as a Kyoto braid.
Silver Incense Stand Strap, Maple Leaf
In a flower design engraved on both sides and made slightly thick, like a tea ceremony sweet. With a silver catch, so it can be removed from the strap and attached to anything you want. The strap is pure silk and is tied as a Kyoto braid.
Silver Incense Stand Strap, Camellia
In a flower design engraved on both sides and made slightly thick, like a tea ceremony sweet. With a silver catch, so it can be removed from the strap and attached to anything you want. The strap is pure silk and is tied as a Kyoto braid.
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