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La philosophie Wabi Sabi et le minimalisme - CATHERINE VALENTIN

The Wabi Sabi philosophy and minimalism

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Tagged: élégance naturelle féminité Kawakubo minimalisme mode philosophie wabi sabi

What is the Wabi Sabi philosophy?

Philosophically the term Wabi means simple, immaterialist, humble by choice and in harmony with nature /strong>. The notion of Wabi thus refers to simplicity and natural elegance.

Les Nabis - CATHERINE VALENTIN

The Nabis

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Tagged: art nouveau arts décoratifs beau féminité femmes intériorité japon japonisme Nabis peintres peintures quotidien

Who are the Nabis?

From the second half of the 19th century, a group of friends and painters aged around twenty formed the Nabis group. The term Nabi means “prophet,” “inspired,” in Arabic and Hebrew.

Le kimono au Japon - CATHERINE VALENTIN

The kimono in Japan

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Tagged: ceinture obi coton kimono kimono traditionnel lin manches longues noeud Obi soie vêtement traditionnel yukata

KIMONO (from kiru and mono) literally means: “Something you carry on yourself”. The kimono is a multifaceted garment that carries centuries of history in its fabric. Although old and associated with Japan, it remains a timeless worldwide.