絵え羽ば

noun-modifying (irregular), noun

figured; patterned

Abbreviation of 絵羽模様. Used prenominally or as a noun to describe a pattern, especially on kimono, where the design continues across seams.

See also: 絵羽模様

• この着き物ものは絵え羽ば模も様ようが美うつくしい。

  This kimono has a beautiful figured pattern.

• 絵え羽ばの帯おびを締しめる。

  I tie a patterned obi.

noun

figured haori

Abbreviation of 絵羽羽織. Refers to a haori coat with a continuous pattern across the back and sleeves.

See also: 絵羽羽織

• 彼かれは絵え羽ばを着きて式しきに出しゅっ席せきした。

  He attended the ceremony wearing a figured haori.