One-of-a-kind wool kimono sweater by independent designer Latifa Medjdoub

Posting for Claire


Dear LoGErs,

In preparation for an upcoming move, I am weeding my closet of items I love but seldom wear.

Item: One-of-a-kind wool kimono sweater by independent designer

Description: I bought this piece from Latifa Medjdoub, a French (now S.F.-based) designer and fiber artist. As a largely one-woman operation, all her pieces are limited edition, and handmade with high quality materials. Her designs are jaw-dropping (for more information, search her name on the internet or see examples of her work at http://cruststation.files.wordpress.com/2006/12/latifa-designs.jpg). This sweater is from her early Japanese-inspired collection. Kimono-shaped sleeves, with an interesting weave pattern. The top section is a rich claret colour on one side and a lighter tone on the other. It can be worn with either side at the front, with ties at the back. I love this piece, but just don’t have the chance to wear it.

Size & fabric: Fits a medium, or sizes 6-8. The variegated teal-coloured body is pure wool, but I think the upper-section yarn might be cotton.

Condition: Mint – worn only a handful of times. Some looser threads at the top right shoulder (see pic), which could be tightened or snipped. Not noticeable when worn.

Asking: Paid close to $400; asking $140 plus shipping costs.