uchikake
A highly formal over-kimono. Uchikake is not to worn with an obi but is instead worn over a complete kimono outfit with obi.
Usually worn by the bride in a traditional Japanese wedding but not always. A pure white wedding uchikake is called shiromuku.
Examples
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* !post #4354656: Shiromuku
See also
* bride
* funeral kimono
* tsunokakushi
* wataboushi
* hiki furisode
* wedding dress
* Tag group:Attire
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