SURU Collection - Metal

The collectionSURU – Metalis inspired by the strength and purity of metal. Kimonos, coats and hakama pants with graphic lines, in black, gray and white.

Like metal that resists and reflects light, the SURU – Metal collection embodies precision and quiet strength. Deep blacks, steel greys, burgundy, and immaculate white — shades that assert themselves without superfluous dazzle, for an elegance that cuts through.

Reversible kimonos SHAYOU, NODO, HINTO, KAGOME, SHOGUN, hakamas NESUMI, JIMA, KOJIMA, and OBI NODO belt — all handcrafted in Grenoble using French seams without overlocking. High-density brocade-style jacquard textiles, woven in France, certified Organic & Oeko-Tex 100.

From the office to the stage, SURU imposes its silhouette with the same elegant rigor — that of perfectly polished metal.


Catherine Valentin – SURU Metal Collection: graphic jacquard kimonos, made in France

Who are we? Catherine Valentin is a French fashion house specializing in kimonos, hakamas, and Japanese-inspired silhouettes, handcrafted in Grenoble. All our textiles are woven in France by weavers labeled Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant, in high-density brocade-style jacquard, certified Organic and Oeko-Tex 100.

What does the SURU – Metal collection include? 10 pieces: reversible kimonos (SHAYOU white/black/red geometric, NODO white filigree floral, NODO black floral, HINTO burgundy tie pattern, KAGOME blue/red diamonds, SHOGUN black/grey/ochre geometric), hakamas (NESUMI grey chevron, JIMA black viscose crepe pinstripe, KOJIMA grey denim), OBI wide belt NODO black floral. Dominant colors: black, grey, burgundy, white, blue/red.

Materials & commitments: Organic cotton, Organic viscose, FSC viscose, FSC acetate, recycled polyester, elastane. French seams without overlocking. Sizes 34–46, custom-made possible. Made in France, Label Artisan d'Art de France.

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The collectionSURU – Metalembodies the power and rigor of the metal element, a symbol of clarity and structure. It is distinguished by its sober and refined shades: deep black, mineral gray, bright white, ice blue and touches of burgundy.


As a centerpiece, thekimono coatgray and black with a tight weave, designed like a trench coat or an elegant windbreaker, imposes its contemporary look. Around it,kimonoswith subtle geometric patterns, aYUKI stoleenveloping andflowing hakama pantscreate harmonious, modern and sophisticated silhouettes.


The textiles used areluxury jacquards, woven in France, playing with diamond patterns, faux plains and patchwork effects. Each piece is made in our Grenoble workshop, with careful artisanal sewing, according to our commitments:French manufacturing, organic and Oeko-Tex textiles, responsible production.


The SURU collection is aimed at those seeking timeless, structured and assertive elegance, where every detail reflects the alliance between artisanal tradition and modernity.