Hakama appearance

 

For university graduation ceremonies, you can wear either hakama or furisode, whichever you prefer.

When it comes to gorgeous attire that will brighten up a special occasion, the hakama is the standard.

However, many people seem to be unsure whether to choose hakama or furisode.

Hakama is a type of kimono, and refers to the bottom-like part worn on the lower body.

Hair ornaments: Since pollen is difficult to remove once it adheres to kimonos and hakama, avoid hair ornaments made with fresh flowers and use dried flowers instead.

Graduation ceremonies are formal events, so it is generally taboo to wear sneakers with hakama.

Avoid matching hakama with casual kimono such as wool, cotton, or yukata.

Formal visiting kimono and komon are common.

The hakama look makes you look active. It's dashing and I admire it.

Among the men, figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu wore a crested hakama at the People's Honor Award ceremony.

Yuzuru Hanyu is an Olympic gold medalist and I'm a big fan.

I have written a general overview about kimonos, and from next time I will write about Obi.

After that, I plan to write about the origin, size, etc.

Well, see you next time.