Creative Design: Undergraduate

The Boro Kimono

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Abstract

The Boro Kimono is designed to showcase the concept of zero waste fashion, encompassing the elements of historical Japanese Boro mending and is elevated with unique transformable elements. The cohesiveness of this design is conveyed through the use of 100% recycled denim and cotton materials throughout the entirety of this garment. The patchwork denim outer jacket and patchwork cotton lining bring together the traditional Japanese influences and techniques, while the addition of elements such as silver safety pins and grommets add a level of modernity and innovation to the design. Sustainable fashion and Boro mending centralize around the concept of repurposing old materials while bringing a new garment to life containing history and intricate craftsmanship, and this denim kimono showcases all of these elements.

Keywords: hand-stitching, denim, zero waste fashion, sustainability

How to Cite:

Krull, E. & Lee, Y., (2020) “The Boro Kimono”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings 77(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/itaa.11779