Stripes are a common pattern found in Japanese clothing. Although they are a simple design consisting of vertical lines, they can create a variety of impressions by changing the thickness and color of the lines. Stripes are popular in both men's and women's yukata and are a familiar pattern in Japan, but did you know that they were once disliked in Europe? We will introduce the meaning and history of stripes.
The reason why stripes were disliked in Europe
Stripes were once hated in medieval Europe as they were considered to represent the devil. They were also often worn by clowns, traveling performers, and prisoners, giving them a strong image of being outcasts from society. Furthermore, stripes were used as a symbol of villains in books and paintings produced in medieval Europe.
Stripes in Japan
Stripes became known in Japan in the early Edo period. During the Edo period, stripes became popular among the common people, and many variations were created, such as "staggered stripes," "undulating stripes," and "checkered stripes." Even today, striped yukata continue to be created, with new arrangements being added. When you visit a yukata store, it might be worthwhile to compare the various striking patterns created by stripes.
Introducing the stylish and stylish yukata for men
The stripes on men's yukatas, combined with the deep colors, create a chic and cool look. Furthermore, since the stripes are a popular pattern, you can't go wrong. We'd like to introduce you to the striped yukatas from Yukataya Hiyori.
