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  2. Obi (sash) - Wikipedia

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    An obi is a belt of varying size and shape worn with both traditional Japanese clothing and uniforms for Japanese martial arts styles. Originating as a simple thin belt in Heian period Japan, the obi developed over time into a belt with a number of different varieties, with a number of different sizes and proportions, lengths, and methods of tying.

  3. Uwa-obi - Wikipedia

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    Uwa-obi (上帯 [1]) a type of belt/sash that was worn by the samurai class and their retainers in feudal Japan. The uwa-obi was used to attach the sageo (saya cord) of the sword or swords worn by a samurai in order to secure it, other weapons and equipment would be tied to the uwa-obi as well. The uwa-obi was made from linen and cloth made of ...

  4. Japanese armour - Wikipedia

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    Uwa-obi or himo, a cloth sash or belt used for attaching various weapons and other items such as the katana, wakizashi and tantō. Fundoshi, a simple loin cloth. Kyahan or kiahan, tight gaiters made of cloth which covered the shins. Hakama, a type of pants worn underneath the armour, hakama could be long or short like the kobakama.

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  6. Hakata-ori - Wikipedia

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    Kenjo hakata-ori is woven in a traditional pattern related to Buddhist beliefs, and was influenced by fabrics produced in Sui dynasty China. [vague] Mon ori hakata-ori is the name used for hakata-ori containing multi-coloured designs. [2] Hakata-ori is most commonly found as the material for men's obi, though both men and women wear hakata-ori obi.

  7. Obi (martial arts) - Wikipedia

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    Many Japanese martial arts feature an obi (Japanese: 帯) as part of their exercise outfit. Such an obi is often made of thick cotton and is about 5 cm (2 in) wide. The martial arts obi are most often worn in the koma-musubi knot ( square knot ); in practice where a hakama is worn, the obi is tied in other ways.

  8. Pattern (sewing) - Wikipedia

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    Three patterns for pants (2022) Pattern making is taught on a scale of 1:4, to conserve paper. Storage of patterns Fitting a nettle/canvas-fabric on a dress form. In sewing and fashion design, a pattern is the template from which the parts of a garment are traced onto woven or knitted fabrics before being cut out and assembled.

  9. Helmut Lang (artist) - Wikipedia

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    S/S '96. New take on lace for men and women, delicate materials, electro vibe, visible bras, apron belts and contrast layering. [50] 1996: A/W '96–'97. Techno jungle, covered sequins, floral patterns, cargo styles, Japanese Obi style tops and evening dresses. Introduces signature uniform outerwear. Presented with gold blanked covered audience ...