Long Open Front Kimono
Flow through your day with effortless style in the Long Open Front Kimono. Made from upcycled, lightweight fabric that drapes beautifully, this piece feels silky soft against the skin and elevates any outfit with ease. Its open-front design makes it versatile enough to wear as a layer over casual looks, evening wear, or even as a beach cover-up—a wardrobe essential with both elegance and meaning.
Each kimono is handmade in South Africa by survivors of trafficking and gender-based violence through Not I But We, a Shared Trade partner. By creating dignified work with fair wages, training, and opportunity, these artisans are breaking the cycle of exploitation while crafting sustainable fashion that honors both people and the planet. Every kimono is more than clothing—it’s a celebration of resilience, freedom, and hope.
Details:
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Dimensions: 43" center back length; 21.5" shoulder to hand
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Origin: Handmade in South Africa by Not I But We artisans
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Material: 97% rayon; 3% spandex
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Design: Soft, lightweight, open-front silhouette with fluid drape
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Unique: Each kimono is made from upcycled fabric, creating a one-of-a-kind piece
A kimono that embodies Purpose, Power, and Peace—purpose in offering dignified employment, power in reclaiming independence, and peace in wearing sustainable fashion that uplifts lives.
Thistle Farms' Shared Trade is an aligned network of artisan enterprises supporting women's dignity and economic freedom, providing fair wages and collaborative mentorship. The program aims to amplify marginalized artisan voices, eliminate isolation, and lift communities out of poverty.
• Hang to dry
• Do not bleach
• Iron on low heat
Shipping
We currently ship to contiguous United States, Alaska, and Hawaii.
- Free shipping on orders over $99
- Gifts or items containing matches are not eligible for shipping to Hawaii or expedited shipping.
Orders are processed and shipped Monday-Friday. Fulfillment may take 3-5 business days (though we will do our best for it to be faster).
We primarily ship via UPS. USPS is used for PO Boxes or when customers make specific arrangements. Additional shipping charges may apply if an order is returned to us by the carrier.
Please email customerservice@thistlefarms.org for more information.
Return Policy
We offer a 30 day return window for product purchased from ThistleFarms.org, The Shop At Thistle Farms or at an official Thistle Farms pop-up event. For exchanges, please process a return and re-order the item you wish to receive.
Updated May 27, 2025.
Thistle Farms’ dedication to using natural ingredients keeps our products fresh for a shorter period of time. Our products are only guaranteed when purchased directly from
- ThistleFarms.org
- The Shop at Thistle Farms
- A Thistle Farms pop-up event
For issues with Thistle Farms products purchased from other retailers, please contact that retailer directly for a replacement or refund.
If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, you can send it back for a full refund within 30 days of receiving your order. To be eligible for a return, we require a receipt or proof of purchase, and your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it.
A pre-paid shipping label will be provided and a $7 shipping cost dedicated from the refund. Once your return is received and inspected, we will send an email to notify you when your refund has been processed.
The only items we cannot issue a refund on are items purchased that have been marked down, gift cards, special orders, and shipping charges.
Exchange Policy
We are only able to process returns at this time. If you would like to exchange a product, please follow our return policy above.
You can re-order at any time during this process.
NOTE: When shipping an item valued over $75 on your own, consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance, as we cannot guarantee that we will receive the returned item.
Meet the Artisans
Not I But We
Drawing on the Ubuntu philosophy of our inextricable interconnectedness - “I am because we are”- Not I But We seeks to create space for survivors to dream again.
By working alongside residential and reintegration programs, Not I But We creates meaningful employment for survivors of trafficking in a trauma-informed social enterprise.
Economic justice is a crucial piece in the restoration process. With high statistics of gender based violence and a 50% unemployment rate in South Africa, the vulnerability of poverty creates a heighten risk exploitative cycles. Not I But We seeks to break the cycle of exploitation and provide the necessary tools for survivors to rewrite their story.
Learn More
Shared Trade
A network of social enterprises addressing sexual exploitation, trafficking, and extreme poverty in 21 countries around the world.
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