At the heart of our work is love—and loss. We collaborate closely with widows, sons, daughters, and anyone carrying the weight of grief to create something lasting, beautiful, and deeply personal. Using clothing and textiles from loved ones—old flannel shirts, wedding ties, favorite scarves—we craft bespoke fashion pieces that you can carry with you, or wear. It’s something that I saw bring strength to someone very dear to me who lost the love of her life. And now carries his ties as her handbag. That her hand still holds.
Our process honors the emotional significance of every thread. Whether it’s kimono lined with his college t-shirt or a clutch made from your mom’s favorite summer dress, we transform garments once tucked away in boxes into couture keepsakes that can walk with you through life. This is more than upcycling; it’s a way of keeping someone’s presence gently wrapped around you, and it’s more than a job for us.
Memory doesn’t have to fade—it can be carried. A bracelet brushed with the hem of a beloved’s tie, a handbag made from the pattern of his Sunday morning robe, a shawl that still smells like her favorite perfume. These pieces are quiet but powerful companions. Linus had his blanket; now you can have it. In couture form.
To learn more, please email us at design@kimonoir.com
