*hangs head temporarily in defeat* .... I'm supposed to be saving up money for my trip to Japan but then this gorgeous kimono comes along and says my name. I'm such a hussy. Its an all black one, which isn't something you find all that often in women's kimono... but what makes it special is the weave. When this kimono catchs the light, its covered in a flurry of tiny cherry blossom petals and stars! Its in really good condition, particularly the exterior which is flawless.

I think it'll look really nice matched up with my cream, silver, and purple obi... and my lilac obi-age. Ah, now if only I ever had opportunity to wear it.

Update: The kimono actually isn't completely black at all. The teeny-tiny cherry blossom petals and dots have been dye-resisted on it in white. But then when the light changes, there's a pattern of larger petals that shimmers over top. Its definitely not what I was expecting, but its still very pretty.