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Waves - Kimono Patterns

Waves - Kimono Patterns

May 28th, 2022 Kimono Dream Shop 0 comments

Seigaiha | 青海波 | Waves

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This pattern represents ocean waves, with the name literally translating as "blue ocean waves."

 

White and gold "seigaiha" waves pattern with other styles of wave patterns spread around.
 
The pattern comprises of repeating semicircles that resemble the uniform appearance of waves when gazing out into the vast ocean. As such, this pattern brings good fortune for the wearer, with the endless waves representing happiness and a peaceful life.
 
Repeating pattern of waves in the shape of squares instead of semicircles typically used. This is to replicate the look of the ocean from above.Repeating pattern of waves in the shape of squares instead of semicircles typically used. This is to replicate the look of the ocean from above. 
Traditionally, this pattern was used to represent water in maps. While this typically is used for ocean waves, some kimonos use this pattern inside of wafting rivers.
 
Red kimono with black and white patterns.
 
The name specifically points out “blue,” but this pattern is now made with every color of the rainbow.
 
Seigaiha patterns made up of gold, white, yellow, orange, beige, and red, surrounded by chrysanthemums.
 
There's an ocean of ways to represent ocean waves. While still fairly abstract, this one is one of the most realistic.
While still fairly abstract, this one is one of the most realistic.

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