Kuon Shirts<Arimatsu Shibori Regular Collar Shirt White

Challenging the existing notion on vintage clothing, KUON revitalizes traditional Japanese boro and re-purposes these rich materials and fabrics for the modern day.

Arimatsu Shibori is a traditional Japanese tie-dying technique, normally produced in the Nagoya region in Japan. These Harrington style jackets from KUON use this method and more specifically the Itajime method when dyeing onto coloured fabric. Dating back to the Edo period, these methods are rooted in Japanese culture – there is even a Arimatsu Shibori Museum in Nagoya. 

The Itajime dyeing method is used for cotton fabric whereby folded fabric is clamped between two wooden boards before being dyed. The clamped part is compressed, making it difficult for the dye to penetrate, giving the individual characteristics in the patterns. 

Cut from 100% cotton in Japan, the Regular Collar shirt has a regular fit that works perfectly for a modern, casual look. The shirt also features a button front and a large single chest pocket while the unique darting through the back adds a refined touch. 

• 100% cotton
• Arimatsu shibori dyeing technique
• Regular fit
• Button front
• Large single chest pocket
• Unique darting through back
• Made in Japan