But Kardashian West’s appropriation of the word “kimono” for a line of products that have nothing to do with kimonos is problematic because it completely removes the word from any cultural ...

For centuries, the kimono has been one of Japan’s most important and recognizable cultural exports. Under Japan’s sakoku isolationist policy, the Dutch East India company enjoyed exclusive ...

She hasn’t, but she has tried. Through her attorneys, Kardashian attempted to trademark “Kimono Intimates” in 2018, according to filings with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

I’ve been passionate about this for 15 years. Kimono is my take on shapewear and solutions for women that actually work,” Kardashian wrote Tuesday on Instagram.

The kimono, a garment that dates back to the 5th century A.D. and worn by westerners for at least 150 years, inhabits the slippery gray area between cultural appropriation and cultural appreciation.

After all, it’s not wrong to respect most people’s feelings.” The anti-kimono incident and the ensuing heated debate occurred amid the rising of hyper-nationalism in China.

If you want a kimono of your own, beware: they are not cheap. They are often handmade. Even when a machine is used for stitching, some of it still has to be done by hand. You could pay as much as ...

A kimono worn by the late Freddie Mercury is to be shown at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London. The garment, which was worn by the Queen frontman in his home, is going to be put on display for ...