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 Black LACE cotton fabric Japanese Geisha style Obi waist belt sash tie  US $21.17
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 SILK JAPANESE KIMOMO NAGOYA OBI SASH US $9.99
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 KIMONO GEISHA ROBE SASH OBI LADIES SIMPLICITY PATTERN 4080 SZ 14 20 US $4.99
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 KIMONO GEISHA ROBE SASH OBI LADIES SIMPLICITY PATTERN 4080 SZ 6 12 US $4.99
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 Anthropologie A Common Thread Boho Top w Obi Sash Belt $98 Small US $12.00
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 Vintage Japanese Metallic Butterfly Woven Obi Sash Fabric 50 Patchwork Quilt US $9.99
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Geisha Costumes – Be Exotic In A Traditional Japanese Costume
As Halloween fast approaches, people are scratching their heads trying to come up with a fancy dress costume. The stock standard issue outfits are your witch, pirate, zombie and other scary type costumes, but for something out of the box what about an Oriental theme. For men, this is the Samurai costume. For women, it is the Geisha costume. This article will cover what a Geisha costume is made up of and why you might want to wear one for Halloween.
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A Geisha is a woman that has been trained in the art of entertaining – Japanese style. A Geisha will go through a rigorous apprenticeship period where she will learn everything required to be a hostess. And her trade is multipurpose, she will have skills in performing various ceremonies, like the tea ceremony, and also be able to play musical instruments and recite poetry. In brief, she is a Japanese cultural icon and upholds many traditions that are unique to Japan.
Apart form what she does, a Geisha also has a truly unique look. The most stunning feature of a Geisha is her makeup. Young Geishas (known as Maiko) will completely cover their faces in a heavy, white makeup. The lips will be heavily rouged to offset the pale face and create a striking look. The hairstyle is also unique. It is drawn back away from the face in a bun shape.
A Geisha will wear a kimono. The kimono can be an elaborate or plain piece of apparel depending on the individual and the occasion. On her waist the Geisha will tie an Obi. This is a sash that can also be very elaborate. It will be tied at the back in a creative shape and often give the outfit it shape and look.
These are the key elements of a Geisha costume. As kimonos are quite popular, it would be easy to approximate a Geisha costume yourself bit you can also get fancy dress and genuine outfits to wear. They are a highly original costume that will get plenty of gushing remarks at any Halloween party.
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"The Obi" -sash belt
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Black LACE cotton fabric Japanese Geisha style Obi waist belt sash tie US $21.17
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SILK JAPANESE KIMOMO NAGOYA OBI SASH US $9.99
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KIMONO GEISHA ROBE SASH OBI LADIES SIMPLICITY PATTERN 4080 SZ 14 20 US $4.99
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KIMONO GEISHA ROBE SASH OBI LADIES SIMPLICITY PATTERN 4080 SZ 6 12 US $4.99
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Anthropologie A Common Thread Boho Top w Obi Sash Belt $98 Small US $12.00
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Vintage Japanese Metallic Butterfly Woven Obi Sash Fabric 50 Patchwork Quilt US $9.99
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 Vintage Japanese Metallic Wave Woven Obi Sash Fabric 49 Patchwork Quilt US $9.99
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 Narrow BLACK cotton fabric Oriental Asian style Obi waist belt sash tie US $14.90
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 BRAVE10 Isanami Cosplay Costume Kimono Dress obi sash shorts hair clip US $88.31
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 Black Teal sash obi belt size 3x120 long 3x135 long new extra long US $15.60
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 Rosewood obi hanger with two sashes 22wide 17 display width US $89.00
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 CALYPSO ST BARTH for Target Beaded Obi Sash Belt Khaki US $16.95
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 SASH LIFE GOES ON CD JAPAN IMPORT N OBI 46 US $4.19
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 Vintage Japanese Nagoya Obi Sash Blue Floral Blossom Orange on Cobalt US $80.00
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 VINTAGE JAPANESE OBI PINK SASH KIMONO SHIBORI TIE DYE GIRS NYLON FESTIVAL BELT US $13.95
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 Anthropologie 08 Chalkboard Dress Silk Blend Kimono Obi Sash RicRac US $4.99
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 SIMPLICITY 4080 LADIES GEISHA GIRL KIMONO OBI SASH COSTUME PATTERN 6 20 uc US $5.00
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 Vintage Japanese Maru Obi Sash Marriage Floral Cranes Mother of the Bride US $230.00
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 SASH Encore Une Fois The Greatest Hits JAPAN 2CD OBI US $15.99
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 VINTAGE GIRLS JAPANESE OBI BLUE GREEN SASH KIMONO SHIBORI TIE DYE NYLON BELT US $16.95
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 VINTAGE GIRLS JAPANESE OBI PINK SASH KIMONO SHIBORI TIE DYE NYLON BELT US $13.95
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 Vintage Japanese Silk Nagoya Obi Sash Kids at Play Purple Ningyo US $120.00
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 Vintage Japanese Silk Nagoya Obi Sash Red Floral Shibori Bouquet US $80.00
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 Vintage Japanese Silk Nagoya Obi Sash Floral Mum Stunning Stencil US $100.00
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 Agnes lined wedding satin obi sash belt dark red BN US $23.51
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 GIRLS VINTAGE JAPANESE OBI SASH KIMONO SHIBORI TIE DYE NYLON US $13.95
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 A406E Vintage Japanese Kimono FUKURO OBI Sash Black Gold Weave US $125.80
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 Vintage Japanese KIMONO Belt OBI SASH possbily MEXICAN Black Red Fringe US $29.94
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 Vintage Japanese Silk Nagoya Obi Sash Metallic Blossom Shine On US $50.00
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 Vintage Japanese Silk Nagoya Obi Sash Retro Red Noshi Crepe US $120.00
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 Vintage Japanese Silk Nagoya Obi Sash Colorful Birds of a Feather US $100.00
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 Vintage Japanese Silk Nagoya Obi Sash Purple Blossom Summer Gold US $80.00
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 Vintage Japanese Silk Fukuro Obi Sash Metallic Honeycomb Pinks US $100.00
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 Japanese fixed kimono obi sash cherry cherry blossom type from japan US $85.00
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 A406H Vintage Japanese Kimono FUKURO OBI Sash Shiny White Silver US $49.30
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 EMMA CAINE Soft Leather Obi Sash Belt NWT Ret $16500 US $64.40
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 NEW HOT Fashion Leather WIDE Wrap Around Tie Corset OBI Sash Waist Belt BLACK US $9.99
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 J CREW Blue Hanky Cotton Band Collar Obi Sash Pin TUck Blouse Top Tunic 8 EEUC US $16.99
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 Japanese Kimono Sensu Fan Pattern Silk Fabric Obi Sash Belt Casual 61 x 65 US $29.99
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 OBI OR SASH KATAZOME FROM TAKUMI NEW IN BOX FREE SH US $9.99
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 SIMPLICITY 6242 semi fitted DRESS OBI SASH SEWING PATTERN 8 uncut US $3.99
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 Japanese Obi Belt Sash Checkered Blue White 142 Inches Kinomo Obi US $17.97
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 Marc Jacobs obi sash belted swimsuit S 4 6 nwt $173 US $59.99
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 MISSES SEMI FITTED DRESS OBI SASH SIZE14 S6242 NEW US $7.99
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 A1026D Used Japanese Kimono FUKURO OBI Sash Bright Apple Green US $32.30
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 VINTAGE GIRLS JAPANESE OBI PINK YELLOW SASH KIMONO SHIBORI TIE DYE NYLON BELT US $9.95
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 Oriental Robe Obi Sash Costume Pattern XS XL US $7.95
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 111223 Japanese brocade silk Fukuro Obi sash Kimono finished US $53.10
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 111222 Japanese brocade silk Fukuro Obi sash Kimono finished US $44.10
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 111221 Japanese brocade silk Fukuro Obi sash Kimono unsewed US $59.00
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 111220 Japanese brocade silk Fukuro Obi sash Kimono finished US $53.10
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 A1026F Vintage Japanese Kimono FUKURO OBI Sash Bright Green US $32.30
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 Vintage Japanese Silk Fukuro Obi Sash Red Designer Signed Set Free Shipping US $29.99
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 9624A Vintage Japanese Kimono FUKURO Obi sash Peony Mum US $173.60
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 NEW HOT Fashion Leather WIDE Wrap Tie Corset OBI Sash Waist Belt Tan Brown US $9.99
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 SUNLOUNGER The Downtempo Edition 2010 Taiwan w obi 2 CD New DJ SASH US $29.99
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 PETITEPOINT OBI SASHES INSET PILLOW TOP 24 MONO US $19.76
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 Womens Vintage 80s Black White Polka Dot Fabric OBI Sash Tie BELT Closure 42 US $18.00
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 Vintage Mod 70s Fabric Belt OBI Waist Sash Red White Blue Patriotic SATIN 66 US $18.00
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 Womens Vintage 80s Multi Colored Rainbow Stripes Fabric OBI Sash Tie BELT 62 US $10.00
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 Simplicity 7553 VINTAGE Misses Pullover Dress With Obi Sash PATTERN 10 12 14 US $3.59
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 Womens Vintage 80s Beige Taupe Faux Leather Wrap CINCH Obi Sash Belt 35 US $12.00
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 Womens Vintage 80s Pink Gold Metallic Faux Leather Wrap CINCH Obi Sash Belt 37 US $8.00
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 Womens Vintage 1980s White Faux Leather Wrap CINCH Obi Sash Belt Disco 37 US $12.00
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 Vintage Mod 70s Fabric Belt OBI Waist Hair Sash Red White Blue Patriotic DOT 55 US $18.00
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 Vintage MOD 70s Fabric OBI Sash Belt Waist Hair Purple Pink Green Blue Pucci 43 US $26.00
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 120104 Japanese reversible brocade silk Fukuro Obi sash Kimono finished US $67.50
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 120103 Japanese brocade silk Fukuro Obi sash Kimono finished US $44.10
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 Butterick 6698 Adult Kimono Obi Sash Pattern Sizes XS S M L XL US $21.99
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 LEE Multi Colored Obi Sash Oriental Kimono handpainted HP Needlepoint Canvas US $95.00
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 NEW Simplicity 4080 KIMONO OBI SASH GEISHA ROBE Costume Pattern Size 6 8 10 12 US $9.93
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 Beige yellow dupioni silk wedding obi sash belt BN US $39.19
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 Olive dupioni silk wedding obi sash belt BN US $39.19
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 NEW HOT Fashion Leather WIDE Wrap Around Tie Corset OBI Sash Waist Belt PINK US $9.99
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 NEW Simplicity 4080 KIMONO OBI SASH GEISHA ROBE Costume Pattern Size 14 16 18 20 US $9.93
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 Sash vintage 1960s Silk Belt RETRO Wrap Tie Obi Scarf Head PLAID Christmas US $29.96
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 Sash vintage 1960s Silk Belt RETRO Wrap Tie Obi or Head African Print Scarf US $29.96
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 110901 Japanese top quality brocade silk Fukuro Obi sash finished Kimono US $173.70
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 Sash vintage Scarf OBI belt Pink Silk Wrap Tie Reversible Excellent Retro US $29.96
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 Vtg 70s Pattern Reversible Jacket Obi Sash Hood Size 8 US $10.99
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 11 2 Long Obi Asian Sash Satin US $69.99
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 VTG Butterick 4482 Women JUMPER OBI SASH Sewing Pattern US $10.99
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 Marc Jacobs Wrap Belt Obi Sash Cotton Linen Metallic Stripes NWT One S $195 US $59.99
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 McCALLS Pattern 4953 Girls Japanese Kimono Furisode Wrap Robe Obi Sash Costume US $20.00
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 Easy to Wear NEW Japanese GEISHA Sash OBI Flower YUKATA US $24.99
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 CHEAP TRICK AT BUDOKAN 33 RPM RECORD ALBUM 1979 EPIC ORIG JAPAN OBI SASH BOOKLET US $19.99
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 OBI Kimono Sash Colors of Japan Edo Showa Eras Book US $53.99
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 VINTAGE SASH SCARF OBI BELT HEADBAND 60s 70s HIPPIE PINK FLORAL ABSTRACT PRINT US $16.99
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 PATTERN WOMEN MEN JAPANESE KIMONO ROBE OBI SASH SZ XS XL 32 48 CHEST US $18.50
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 NEW GUCCI BY TOM FORD BAMBOO SILK KIMONO TOP WITH OBI SASH BELT US $956.25
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 OBI Japanese KIMONO GEISHA YUKATA Easy to wear SASH US $14.99
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 110727 Japanese brocade silk Fukuro Obi sash unsewed US $53.10
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 110726 Japanese brocade silk Fukuro Obi sash finished US $48.60
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 110716 Japanese brocade silk Fukuro Obi sash unsewed US $53.10
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 9624D Japanese Kimono Vintage FUKURO Obi sash Rose Peon US $61.60
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 19th c VINTAGE PHOTO JAPAN BACK VIEW OBI SASH 1107A606 US $15.00
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