Kanzashi & Hair Accessories

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Kanzashi : the sublime Japanese hair pin Style your hair with elegance with the kanzashi. This Japanese hair jewel known for its beauty offers a particularly refined style. It is a stylish way to dress up your hair for an evening, a special occasion or for everyday use. What is a kanzashi? If you love Japanese culture, you may have already noticed these beautiful ornaments in the hair of maiko (geisha apprentices). The kanzashi is a traditional beauty accessory that has been adorning Japanese women's hair for thousands of years. This head jewelry decorated with flowers, pearls or butterflies is made of different materials such as metal, lacquered wood, precious stones, silk or paper. Traditionally, each piece is handmade, which makes it a unique and highly appreciated piece of jewelry. In addition, tsumami zaiku is a handicraft technique of folding small squares of fabric into petal shapes and assembling them to create flowers and other designs. This method has been used since the Edo period to make kanzashi and other ornaments. A Japanese hair accessory During the Jomon era, spikes were used to ward off evil spirits. Later on, the kanzashi was used to designate all the ornaments that can be pinned in the hair such as pins, chopsticks or combs. The Edo period marked a real turning point for this Japanese pin which wonderfully decorated the most elaborate hairstyles. Note that kanzashi with a long stem are also a discreet weapon for self-defense. Kanzashi: for what occasions? In Japan, these elegant hair pieces are traditionally worn with a kimono. They gracefully adorn the buns of brides, maiko and geishas . Today, this jewel is appreciated by all women who wish to add a refined touch to their hairstyle. The simple models are easy to wear on a daily basis while the more elaborate kanzashi are reserved for special occasions such as traditional ceremonies and festivals. If you are invited to a wedding or a fancy event, exchange your barrettes with this pretty Japanese