Tomesode and houmongi kimonos

The Tomesode and Houmongi are high-quality, formal Japanese kimonos that are worn during ceremonial occasions, where the design is characterized by the Eba-moyo technique in which the patterns run seamlessly over the seams. The Tomesode is the most formal kimono for married women and is always provided with official family crests (Kamon) and only has patterns below the waistband—with the jet black one Kurotomesode as the standard for mothers at weddings. The Houmongi (literally "visit kimono"), on the other hand, is suitable for both married and unmarried women and features flowing patterns that run across the shoulders, sleeves and bottom edge, making it the perfect, elegant choice for galas, chic receptions and formal tea ceremonies.