★ This is a silk重ね襟 (kasane-eri, a decorative collar) that enhances the beauty of a kimono and brightens the complexion. ★ These are being offered at a bargain price (less than half the usual price) due to an overstock of certain colors. ★ The purple areas on the surface have gold thread woven in, making them very luxurious. ★ There are four ways to use it, depending on how you arrange it: gold only, solid purple only, gold and solid purple, and solid purple and gold. (The color is a slightly reddish purple) ★ Please use it with furisode (long-sleeved kimono), two-foot sleeves, visiting kimonos, etc. ★ Material: Surface: 100% silk, Lining: 100% nylon, Core: 100% cotton