Description
This is a single hairpin that expresses the appearance of blowing cotton in a three-dimensional form. The fluffy cotton is decorated with pearl beads and the whole piece is finished in silver for an elegant look.
At the tip of the shaft, a deformed cotton flower has been incorporated into the ornamental hairpin. A silver closure (utena) that matches the color of the shaft adds an accent, wrapping the cotton. The fluffy cotton flower gives a sense of warmth to the hairpin, which is made of inorganic metal and beads. At the bottom, pearl beads are adorned to resemble falling cotton balls. The different shines of the silver shaft and the soft pearl beads catch the light and sparkle brilliantly.
Designer's thoughts
This hairpin is based on the motif of cottonseed, also known as cotton bolls because they look like blooming white flowers. The design is kept to a minimum to create a simple look that captures the clean, elegant appearance that is characteristic of cotton. The fluffy cotton bolls are depicted with pearls of various sizes, wrapped in a calyx. Because of their unique characteristics, cotton bolls are associated with flower meanings such as "envelop me" and "excellence." With these flower meanings and a simple design suitable for any age or occasion, this hairpin makes a perfect gift.
| Item details | |
| material |
Brass (rhodium-plated), shell pearl |
| size |
Total length approx. 14.6cm / shaft length approx. 9.4cm / motif length approx. 5.4cm x width approx. 3.4cm |
| Shaft Features | Although it is made of brass and is strong, it is a little short and thin, so it may bend if you apply too much force. For those with long or thick hair, it is recommended to insert it into a half-up style or tied up, or as a second hairpin for hairstyles. For those with shorter hair, it can be inserted into braids, etc. |
*You can use just one to tie up your hair.
*When using, please hold the shaft gently.
We sell handmade hairpins (kanzashi), each one carefully crafted to perfection.
We sell original hairpins and collaborative works by artists that can be worn casually with everyday wear or yukata, as well as traditional tortoiseshell hairpins, flower hairpins, and tsumami hairpins that go well with kimonos such as tomesode (long-sleeved kimono), furisode (long-sleeved kimono), and Shichi-Go-San (celebration of Shichi-Go-San). We also carry hair accessories and goods such as hair ties.
