下した前まえ

noun

inner front panel; underlap

Refers to the part of a kimono or similar wrapped garment that is tucked closest to the body, under the outer front panel (上前). Used in contexts of dressing, tailoring, or describing kimono construction.

See also: 上前

• 着き物ものを着きるときは、下した前まえを先さきに合あわせてから上うわ前まえを重かさねます。

  When putting on a kimono, first bring the inner front panel together, then overlap the outer front panel.

• 下した前まえの衿えりが少すこし見みえているので、直なおしてください。

  The collar of the inner panel is showing a little, so please fix it.