Japanese Haori or Kimono Jacket with Cherry Blossom Motif

Calmly, a short pale jacket scattered with pink petals, sleeves held wide open.

This silk haori or kimono jacket with cherry blossom motif is from Japan, and dates to the 20th century. Cherry blossoms are among the most familiar seasonal motifs in Japanese textiles, and they are often taken to evoke spring and the brief beauty of the season. Presented simply, a short, wide-sleeved jacket in cream with soft pink cloud-like washes and small red and pink blossoms. It opens at the front over a plain white inner panel and lies flat with straight, open sleeves. It is 48 inches wide and 30 long.

Soft shades, a cheerful scatter of petals and perfect posture.