White Obi Belt 'Ume

The white brocade obi dotted with tiny flowers

This brocade obi works a fine, all-over floral across a bright white-and-silver ground — small flowers in red, green, violet and gold scattered evenly, with a twisted gold cord drawn across the front. It's fine and detailed, a light, intricate sash that feels fresh and celebratory at once.

The pattern is all in the small scale: dozens of tiny, gold-outlined blossoms in mixed colors dot the pale ground, fine enough to read as rich texture from a distance and as intricate floral work up close. The accompanying gold cord adds a finishing flourish, lending the sash an extra note of occasion. The twisted gold cord across the front adds a sculptural finishing touch to all that fine detail.

Tied into its full bow over a kimono or yukata, the white brocade lifts the whole look with a bright, intricate richness. The pale ground keeps it feeling light and spring-like, while the dense little flowers and gold cord ensure it never reads as plain.

A white-ground brocade like this pairs beautifully with almost any robe, lifting darker tones and harmonizing with paler ones. The scattered multicolor flowers mean it picks up and complements a wide range of colors beneath it.

Made from thick woven fabric in a unisex cut, it's a one-size sash with an adjustable closure, easy to wear over a kimono, yukata or haori. A bright, finely floral brocade for fresh, celebratory dressing.

The obi has always been the defining piece of a traditional outfit, and a finely patterned one signals real care in the dressing. This white brocade, dense with tiny flowers and finished with its gold cord, brings that sense of intricate occasion — a bright, detailed sash for festivals, ceremonies and celebratory wear.

• Material: Thick cotton
• Unisex design — suits men and women
• Pre-tied knot with adjustable closure
• One size fits all (based on Western sizing)
• Easy to wear over kimono, yukata, or haori