There are too many to get lost! ? Let’s choose yukata patterns by dividing them into 4 types

There are too many to get lost! ? Let’s choose yukata patterns by dividing them into 4 types

I want to buy a new yukata this year! When I went to see the Yukata section of a department store.
Or when you rent a yukata to go to the event.
Yukatas with various colors and patterns in front of you.
"Wow! There are so many!" ! We will give you tips on how to choose a yukata that can be difficult to choose from.

It’s fun to choose a yukata, but…hard!

What pattern do you think of yukata patterns?
Do you think of a flower pattern first? Japanese flowers such as morning glory, hydrangea and Nadeshiko.There are many patterns of Western flowers such as roses and dahlia.In addition, there are many unique patterns such as cats and fish, animals, cars, and guitars that will surprise you, such as “Yukata has this pattern !?”.

Because there are many kinds of patterns, there are both fun and difficulty in choosing yukata.I’ve heard a lot of voices saying that while trying on several pieces, I gradually don’t know what I want and what I want, and I’m tired of shopping.

Let’s divide yukata into four pattern types

How do you choose a yukata pattern?
Yukata patterns can be roughly divided into four types according to the shape and impression given to the viewer.

Curve system Round pattern.
It looks cute and sometimes childish.
Example:Morning glory flower, round fan, cloisonne pattern
streamline system
Impression that is feminine while having the feminine softness.
Example:Draw around the morning glory vine, flowing water pattern
slanted system
For a clean, crisp adult impression.
Example) Diagonal lattice, Edo Kiriko pattern, hemp leaf pattern, lily flower
Linear system What
A cool, cool and dramatic impression.
Example) Striped pattern, camellia flower pattern, Yoshiwara Tsunagi

First of all, it is easy to understand what type of yukata you already have.For those who think that wearing a yukata is too cute, the yukata you have may have a round curvy pattern.If that’s the case, when you choose a new yukata, you can change it to a different impression by choosing a yukata with a different type of pattern.

Before going to the store, first decide on the image you want to become

If you want to choose a new yukata, imagine what kind of yukata you want to be before going to the store.

  • Cute romantic impression
  • Elegant adult woman impression
  • Neat and mature impression
  • Cool and dramatic impression

Did you decide?
Once the image you want to become is decided, the pattern type you choose will be decided.

  • I want a cute romantic impression!
    → Choose a curvy pattern
  • Elegant adult female impression
    → Choose a streamline pattern
  • Neat and mature impression
    → Slant lines Choose a pattern
  • A cool and dramatic impression
    → Let’s choose a straight pattern

When you go to the store, choose 3-4 yukatas of that type and try them on.Having your own “selection criteria” makes it very easy to choose.Since you can squeeze a lot, shopping for yukata will be a very enjoyable and satisfying time.

Even with the same pattern, the impression changes depending on the size and color of the pattern!

If you take a step further, the impression of each of the four pattern types will vary depending on [pattern size] and [degree of color contrast].

For example, the morning glory pattern is a curved pattern, so it looks cute.

When the size of each flower of this morning glory increases, it becomes cute.When the flowers are small, cute elements will settle down.The standard for large or small is the size of your palm.If you apply your palm, the pattern will be larger if it is larger than the palm and smaller if it fits in the palm.

In addition, a red morning glory flower on a white background and a contrasting color scheme will enhance the cute impression.If it becomes a similar color pattern with the morning glory white on a light aqua background, the cute impression will calm down and you will be close to an adult-like atmosphere.

If you want a yukata with a morning glory pattern, but you want to be mature without being too cute, you should choose a flower with a morning glory or a similar color scheme.


Yukata now has a lot of patterns.Recently, even with the same pattern, 2 to 3 patterns with different colors are increasing.Yukata can be of any image, there are variations that much.Please find yourself different in yukata!

Mariko Uesugi

President of “Waso Juku-Another Self Who Charms With Kimono”. The appearance complex of lack of fashion sense wearing only a chubby figure and black clothes is eliminated with kimono, and it is immersed in the charm of kimono. As the strongest self-expression tool that draws out the appeal of each person, he proposes how to choose kimono, coat and wear.

上杉 惠理子
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