Exploring Japanese Textiles

The traditional Japanese kimono is experiencing a vibrant revival by being reimagined for modern life, shifting from a formal garment to a sustainable fashion staple. As younger generations and designers seek to reduce waste, they are finding creative ways to give old kimono fabrics a "new lease on life". With this in mind,  AJS-NSW will be teaming up with Textiles Sydney at their premises in Cremorne. Suitable for teens onwards, this event will be especially interesting for sewists, stitchers, and those curious to know more about repurposing kimono and yukata.

Our guest speaker will be Tae Gessner, who has a long history with kimono. Her mother owned a kimono business in Japan. Together with her mother, Tae did fittings for kimono shows, Nihon Buyou and backstage. She graduated from a kimono college and worked for a kimono wholesaler before coming to Sydney.

Tae is the founder of International Kimono Club Sydney and a kimono specialist in Sydney. Her recent Wabori show featured wonderful combinations of Australian indigenous art and Japanese traditional kimono. Her International Kimono Club Sydney is free to join and focuses on the passion and freedom to explore the joy of wearing Kimono and experiencing Japanese culture.

This will be an ideal opportunity to share ideas on repurposing Japanese kimono. Feel free to bring along a garment you have repurposed or want to recycle. Refreshments will be served following talk.

Textiles Sydney: https://primrosepark.com.au/textiles-sydney

Venue map: https://primrosepark.com.au/contact