Hidden Red on Black, Sleek Ikat Silk from Japan By the Yard, #148 Synthetic with a linen texture

with a linen texture

no more after these are gone

some towards pale rainbow colors

Unique and gorgeous - these old exceptional kimono fabrics from Japan are more and more rare

with off-white

Hidden Red on Black, Sleek Ikat Silk from Japan By the Yard, #148 Synthetic with a linen textureThe black is soooo prominent that it nearly hides the bright red design. The closer you get, the more visible the red is, but it's never anywhere near strong or typical. The first 5 photos are a pretty good depiction of how well the black hides the red. The last 5 photos are adjusted so that you can better see the design. This silk is elegant, thin and light, shiny and sleek on both sides. It's finely woven, a bit crisp, with slight body. Both sides