This story originally ran in our Nisei Week supplement on August 5, 2014. To purchase a printed copy of the supplement, visit our office or call us at 213-629-2231.
Photos by MARIO G. REYES
The Fashion Event made a colorful return to the Nisei Week schedule on July 27, with a stunning display of kimono couture at the Japanese American National Museum. Featured were designs from Sueko Oshimoto as well as Yokang, modeled by a host of local icons, including former Nisei Week court members Monika Teuffel and Amber Piatt.