How a King turned old curtains into fashionable kimonos
A royal initiative for sustainability King Harald V of Norway has launched a creative project to recycle old curtains from his palace into stylish kimonos. The king, who is known for his passion for environmental issues, said he wanted to promote the idea of reusing materials and reducing waste. He also said he was inspired by the Japanese culture and the beauty of their traditional garments. The king collaborated with a local designer, Anna Sui, who transformed the curtains into kimonos using various techniques such as dyeing, embroidering, and patchworking. The kimonos feature different patterns and colors, reflecting the history…