Indigo Shibori Kit - Azuma
Regular price $99.00
Our partner, POJ Studio has collaborated with Takeda Kahei to bring you this authentic shibori, or Japanese tie dye, kit. The Takeda family has been at the center of Japanese shibori and an anchor throughout history.
This authentic tie dye kit, is a wonderful way of making a unique piece to treasure for a lifetime. The Azuma bag, an ancient style of Japanese bag, is such a useful size and easily folds down when not being used. You will get many comments about this beautiful piece. Every piece being unique to its owner.
This kit includes a large eco-bag called 'azuma bukuro' that has been around for centuries but is timeless and beautiful.
Note, you can use this shibori kit on anything you choose, you are not limited to the bag provided in this kit.
KIT INCLUDES
- Indigo 'aizome' dye
- Azuma Bag
- Dye fixative
- Chopsticks 4x
- 'Aobana' pen
- Needles 3x
- Rubber bands 8x
- Threader 2x
- Yarn 5m
MASTER CLASS
This kit comes with a comprehensive series of master classes teaching various shibori patterns and indigo dyeing. Click here to view the Master Class opportunities.
How Our Kimono Robes Fit
Our kimono robes are designed with a relaxed adjustable wrap fit, allowing flexibility across a wide range of body shapes, heights and styling preferences.
Unlike structured western tailoring, kimono robes are intentionally designed to wrap, overlap and adjust naturally around the body, creating a comfortable and forgiving fit across a wide range of personal styling preferences.
This guide will help you choose the kimono robe style that may suit you best.
Women’s Kimono Robes
Jacket Kimonos
Generally best suited to women who usually wear AU 8–14 / US 6–12.
Designed as a lightweight relaxed layer with easy movement and elegant drape.
Short Kimono Robes
Generally best suited to women who usually wear AU 8–14 / US 6–12.
Selected styles in our newer larger sizing comfortably accommodate up to approximately AU 16–18 / US 14–16.
Designed with a relaxed adjustable wrap fit for comfortable movement and effortless everyday wear.
Long Kimono Robes
Generally best suited to women who usually wear AU 10–20 / US 8–18.
Designed with additional length and flowing wrap coverage for a more sweeping relaxed silhouette.
Plus Size Kimonos
Designed to comfortably suit beyond AU 22+ / beyond US 20+ with additional wrap flexibility and generous coverage.
Men’s Kimono Robes
Jacket Kimonos
Generally best suited to men who usually wear XS–XL.
Designed with a shorter, lighter silhouette intended for relaxed layering and casual everyday wear.
Short Kimono Robes
Generally best suited to men who usually wear M–3XL.
Designed with a relaxed adjustable wrap fit and generous overlap for comfortable movement and easy everyday wear.
Long Kimono Robes
Generally best suited to men who usually wear L–4XL.
Long kimono robes offer additional wrap coverage, comfortable movement and a more relaxed full-length silhouette. They are popular for luxurious lounging, cooler evenings and make a superb beach cover-up.
Plus Size Kimonos
Designed for broader frames above 4XL with additional wrap coverage and extra room through the chest, shoulders and body.
Fit Notes
All kimono robes are designed with an adjustable wrap fit. If you prefer a more generous wrap or sweeping overlap, we recommend selecting the larger style for additional lounge comfort.
Long kimono robes may naturally sit differently depending on height, body proportions and preferred styling look.
As kimono robes are intentionally relaxed garments, many customers can comfortably wear multiple styles depending on how they prefer the robe to drape and wrap.
Short vs Long Kimono Robes
Short kimono robes are lightweight, practical and easy to wear year-round. They are popular for relaxed homewear, travel, layering and warmer climates.
Long kimono robes offer additional wrap coverage, comfortable movement and a more relaxed full-length silhouette. They are popular for luxurious lounging, cooler evenings and make a superb beach cover-up.
Need Help Choosing?
If you are unsure which kimono robe style may suit you best, please feel welcome to contact us.
We’re always happy to help guide sizing, fit and styling preferences.
DAILY SHIPPING
FAST & FREE STANDARD SHIPPING
We provide FAST shipping for all our customers dispatched promptly from our Melbourne, Australia warehouse.
All Kimonos SHIP FREE, and some items have at cost shipping costs applied, to ensure they get to you promptly and in one piece.
If you live outside of Australia, we make this super easy. Our 12 years logistics experience and awesome free shipping and customer services means easy and SUPER FAST Shipping.
Dispatch: Most orders ship within 1 day of ordering (we do not ship Saturdays, Sundays, or holidays), we will keep you informed with Tracking info. Please ensure you allow your email address to accept emails from our system via info@beautiful-robes.com.au.
Standard FREE Shipping: Your order will be shipped via standard Australia Post services.
If you need your item for a particular date, we offer EXPRESS Shipping - select at checkout.
We also offer Courier Shipping with DHL Express if that is your preference. We back Australia Post for most services however.
International Shipments: We ship orders to more than 100 countries.
Please note, any Customs fees are to be borne by the buyer. Please check your local authorities for an indication of the costs associated.
SHIPPING TIMES & PRICES
For Kimonos:
Free Standard Shipping within Australia: est < 5 business days
Express Rate Shipping within Australia: $12.75 est 1-2 business days
Free International Shipping: est < 10 business days
For Other Items:
Very reasonable at cost shipping rates depending on weight. Starts at $5.50 and Express Post options. All postage costs passed on at cost.
DHL International Express: Fast reliable international service | 2 day New Zealand shipping | 3 - 7 Business days rest of world- $50AU
Fragile Items:
Flat Rate Shipping within Australia: $9.50, est < 5 business days
Express Rate Shipping within Australia: $12.75 est < 2 business days
International Australia Post Small : 0 -700gs: $14.00 est 10+ business days
International Australia Post Medium : 0.701 - 1.45kgs: $20.00 est 10+ business days
International Australia Post Large : 1.45kgs+ - : $25.00 est 10+ business days
DHL International Express: Fast reliable international service | 2 day New Zealand shipping | 3 - 7 Business days rest of world- $50AU
100 DAYS RETURNS
RETURNS POLICY
We are strong advocates of helping protect your customer rights and our 100 day Returns Policy aligns with the Australian Consumer Law Customer Guarantee. When you buy an item from Beautiful Robes it ensures it is of acceptable quality, lasting, free from defects, looks acceptable and does all the things you expect of homewares, sleepwear, kimonos or a dressing gown.
We’re have 12 years’ experience helping our lovely diverse customer base and our 5 start reviews attest to us being dedicated to fitting you perfectly.
We want your Beautiful Robes piece to be just right! If you find that it's not perfect, you're welcome to return any item purchased from beautiful-robes.com for:
a) any other size or item currently available on beautiful-robes.com (we will happily assist with sizing), or
b) a Store Credit (valid for 3 years), or
c) a Gift Card (valid for 3 years)
The Process
To make a return, please click on our RETURNS PORTAL .
To access it you will need your Order number and email address. Please check your email (also check Junk mail) or find it on the outside of the satchel it came in. It is an 8 digit code - and looks like 104724AU.
Items returned need to be unworn, unironed, unwashed, undamaged, unaltered and in a new, re-sellable condition (i.e. no stains, pet hair etc), folded carefully to avoid being excessively crushed and in original packaging. You may try it on, best tried with belt.
Please return Marketing/ Promotion message postcard and return hygienically in the plastic sleeve it came in.
Beautiful Robes inspect each garment prior to approving returns. We reserve the right to refuse a return.
Gift Cards, Store Credit and Exchanges will be made on the basis of the price paid by the purchaser at the time of the original purchase price.
If there is an uneven return price, you will be either provided with an invoice to pay, or will receive a Store Credit via email.
Special Notes
We do not cover associated shipping costs or custom/tax fees as part of an exchange or refund, unless the item is faulty or we sent the incorrect item.
For US customers, we collect Duties and Taxes from you at purchase so we can provide a seamless DDP (Duties Paid) delivery service. If for whatever reason a refund were to be provided, we would not refund the amount paid to US Customs authorities on your behalf. Evidence of this would be provided on a case by case basis.
There are no refunds on any change of mind or delay to shipping which is outside of our control.
Gift wrapping is non-refundable. Shipping is non-refundable.
Losses or damages incurred during return shipping are the purchaser’s responsibility, we therefore recommend using a trackable service.
No returns if seal has been broken on any homewares/ decor items. Any custom orders are non-refundable.
Please allow a minimum of 10 business days for returns to be processed from the date we receive your parcel (not from when you send it). It is the purchaser’s responsibility to track a returning item.
Beautiful Robes will send you an email notification of the status of your return via the returns portal - easy.
