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“Strolling in the Heian Period” Scarf

Supposedly this scarf was inspired by Heian-era art, which would be exciting, but I don’t entirely see it. The colors are very bright for an era known for introspection and melancholy, and not similar to what one would see in … Continue reading

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Dress Only in Layers of Robes

Ah, comfort. Is there anything better than lounging around in one’s home, dressed in a robe? If there is, the Heian people surely did not find it, for the women generally dressed in several layers of silk robes at a … Continue reading

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