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Misa Amane
I know a new one costs about 80-100 dollars, I'm just wondering how much a used one would cost. On Ebay they all look fake, so don't give me prices based off of what you saw on there. ^_^ thanks!
Answer
If you are looking for one in the States, I don't know what to tell you. I could do some checking on Google and get back to you.
A used yukata of decent quality could run you as much as 1500-2000 yen, or more if the dyer is famous.
Best place to look for these is at temple "flea markets," usually held once a month, or every Saturday in the summer. Ryukoji near Kamakura has one of these markets.
Actually, a top quality indigo-dyed yukata (+ another color) on a white background, made in Japan, will cost you way more than $100. Many of the newer ones are purple, green, and bright yellow. Most are made in China. They are horrible.
I lived in Japan for years and I speak, read, and write the language.
Most Japanese women with any class at all hate these new yukatas that the young kids are wearing.
The color choice depends upon your age. If you are going to Japan, go shopping with a knowledgeable Japanese woman. If you have young Japanese friends, it is possible that their grandmother's would be pleased to be asked to sew one for you.
If you want to have it to keep, have it handmade, have it patterned with a traditional motif in indigo--they can do what is called "bokashi" so the pattern is not all dark blue. If you are under 25, have 1 or 2 additional colors--green bamboo leaves; simple red fireworks design.
You will also need some kind of an obi. Here again, it's best to ask for advice. You could ask for a "dento-teki moyo" (traditional pattern). It's always a good idea to mention that you like "shibui" things, no matter what you buy. Even the best Japanese gift shops have the mistaken impression that all non-Japanese like very showy red designs.
To get a good idea of quality Japanese gifts, kimono, yukata fabric, etc., go to Takashimaya's main Tokyo store not far from Tokyo Station. Then go somewhere else and find it cheaper. For this there are many neighborhoods in Shitamachi Tokyo which have less expensive specialty shops. Use Google.
If you want to get a decent used yukata in the U.S., the only thing I can suggest is to check out sites like the one below.
I'm not that crazy about Rakuten.
link:http://www.ichiroya.com/item/search.php?pg=1&itemcode=&keywords=&sritem=-Yukata&srhistory=0&srfabric=cotton&srcondition=very+good&srprice1=0&srprice2=0&onlysale=&tani=cm
Most of these are quite dark but several look like quality pieces. Go for the ones that say "handmade" and "quite old."
I saw one on the second page (I think) that has a touch of purple in it. It's very nice. If you are youngish, you could pair something like that with an obi in willow green or a subdued yellow.
You'll need to put in your measurements.
Kimono and yukata should be worn in a smooth line from the bust on down so as not to look like what Japanese call a "ku-no-ji." If you have a big bust and a small waist, you'll need to put some towels around your waist to even out the line.
If you are looking for one in the States, I don't know what to tell you. I could do some checking on Google and get back to you.
A used yukata of decent quality could run you as much as 1500-2000 yen, or more if the dyer is famous.
Best place to look for these is at temple "flea markets," usually held once a month, or every Saturday in the summer. Ryukoji near Kamakura has one of these markets.
Actually, a top quality indigo-dyed yukata (+ another color) on a white background, made in Japan, will cost you way more than $100. Many of the newer ones are purple, green, and bright yellow. Most are made in China. They are horrible.
I lived in Japan for years and I speak, read, and write the language.
Most Japanese women with any class at all hate these new yukatas that the young kids are wearing.
The color choice depends upon your age. If you are going to Japan, go shopping with a knowledgeable Japanese woman. If you have young Japanese friends, it is possible that their grandmother's would be pleased to be asked to sew one for you.
If you want to have it to keep, have it handmade, have it patterned with a traditional motif in indigo--they can do what is called "bokashi" so the pattern is not all dark blue. If you are under 25, have 1 or 2 additional colors--green bamboo leaves; simple red fireworks design.
You will also need some kind of an obi. Here again, it's best to ask for advice. You could ask for a "dento-teki moyo" (traditional pattern). It's always a good idea to mention that you like "shibui" things, no matter what you buy. Even the best Japanese gift shops have the mistaken impression that all non-Japanese like very showy red designs.
To get a good idea of quality Japanese gifts, kimono, yukata fabric, etc., go to Takashimaya's main Tokyo store not far from Tokyo Station. Then go somewhere else and find it cheaper. For this there are many neighborhoods in Shitamachi Tokyo which have less expensive specialty shops. Use Google.
If you want to get a decent used yukata in the U.S., the only thing I can suggest is to check out sites like the one below.
I'm not that crazy about Rakuten.
link:http://www.ichiroya.com/item/search.php?pg=1&itemcode=&keywords=&sritem=-Yukata&srhistory=0&srfabric=cotton&srcondition=very+good&srprice1=0&srprice2=0&onlysale=&tani=cm
Most of these are quite dark but several look like quality pieces. Go for the ones that say "handmade" and "quite old."
I saw one on the second page (I think) that has a touch of purple in it. It's very nice. If you are youngish, you could pair something like that with an obi in willow green or a subdued yellow.
You'll need to put in your measurements.
Kimono and yukata should be worn in a smooth line from the bust on down so as not to look like what Japanese call a "ku-no-ji." If you have a big bust and a small waist, you'll need to put some towels around your waist to even out the line.
Buying your friend a gift despite her having a boyfriend?
GrimReaper
I'm a guy and I really like my best friend but she has a boyfriend. I wouldn't want to make things weird if I bought her a gift. I like her and I value our friendship.
At the same time I don't want to tell her I bought her a gift for Xmas because she's my best friend because I hope I can be her boyfriend some day and I'm waiting. Just for the record I don't know the boyfriend at all.
What do you think? Is it okay to give your best friend a gift even if you like her?
Answer
Giving a girl a gift, whose attraction level is 80% or above, will increase attraction. In contrast, giving a girl a gift whose attraction level is below 80%, will only decrease attraction.
As for the waiting, what are you waiting on? If you are waiting for her to have an emotional epiphany and realize that YOU are the one for her, I'd say you're better off fapping to her Facebook pictures.
It is not surprising that women leave their boyfriends for more masculine men. The reason behind this is because women are hypergamous. So if your best friend perceives you as a male of higher value than her boyfriend, she will leave him and go with you. But this begs the question of how YOU can be perceived as a man of high reproductive value.
The best way to approaching your situation is NOT by professing your love to your best friend, but by increasing attraction; And what are the pillars of attraction?:
-Dominance
-Amused Mastery
-Enigma
-Charisma
-Social proof
-Jealousy
The best gift you can give a girl you are attracted to is not some $100 gift- wrapped perfume you purchased at Macy's, but the raw masculinity that your life reflects.
Giving a girl a gift, whose attraction level is 80% or above, will increase attraction. In contrast, giving a girl a gift whose attraction level is below 80%, will only decrease attraction.
As for the waiting, what are you waiting on? If you are waiting for her to have an emotional epiphany and realize that YOU are the one for her, I'd say you're better off fapping to her Facebook pictures.
It is not surprising that women leave their boyfriends for more masculine men. The reason behind this is because women are hypergamous. So if your best friend perceives you as a male of higher value than her boyfriend, she will leave him and go with you. But this begs the question of how YOU can be perceived as a man of high reproductive value.
The best way to approaching your situation is NOT by professing your love to your best friend, but by increasing attraction; And what are the pillars of attraction?:
-Dominance
-Amused Mastery
-Enigma
-Charisma
-Social proof
-Jealousy
The best gift you can give a girl you are attracted to is not some $100 gift- wrapped perfume you purchased at Macy's, but the raw masculinity that your life reflects.
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