Edo Blossoms and Butterflies Embroidered Shawl*The Met Store Shop

An art shawl inspired by The Met collection.

This embroidered shawl reimagines an exquisite Edo-period (1615–1868) outer robe known as an uchikake, typically reserved for formal occasions or stage performances. Pillowy peonies and plum blossoms create an exuberant motif, with delicate butterflies fluttering between the blooms. These auspicious symbols of springtime, joy, longevity, and marital happiness are well suited to the original late 18th–early 19th-century robe’s enduring use in traditional Japanese wedding ceremonies. Our shawl is complete with stylish self-fringe edges and lurex butterflies for a little shimmer.

To find inspiration for how to style this scarf, read our blog post here.