Rei Kawakubo
Founder, Comme des Garçons
Fashion’s most celebrated contrarian has attracted a global cult following for her spirited belief in unadulterated creation.
In Paris, New Elegance and the Revolution That Wasn’t
Amid the much-anticipated, streetwear-inflected disruption at Louis Vuitton and Dior, it was the need for new elegance that stood out, writes Angelo Flaccavento.
In Paris, New Elegance and the Revolution That Wasn’t
Amid the much-anticipated, streetwear-inflected disruption at Louis Vuitton and Dior, it was the need for new elegance that stood out, writes Angelo Flaccavento.
Sartorial Autopsies at Comme des Garçons
Rei Kawakubo returned to the mutated Edwardian silhouette that has underpinned her menswear from almost the beginning. But although there was buoyant colour, Kawakubo’s dissection of the suit had teeth.
Sartorial Autopsies at Comme des Garçons
Rei Kawakubo returned to the mutated Edwardian silhouette that has underpinned her menswear from almost the beginning. But although there was buoyant colour, Kawakubo’s dissection of the suit had teeth.
In Milan, Escaping the Sportswear Trap
Milan seems to have turned into sportswear fashion week — it's time to move on and test new grounds, writes Angelo Flaccavento.
In Milan, Escaping the Sportswear Trap
Milan seems to have turned into sportswear fashion week — it's time to move on and test new grounds, writes Angelo Flaccavento.
A Child of Comme Strikes Out on His Own
The Japanese designer Fumito Ganryu, who began his career at Comme des Garçons, spoke exclusively to BoF about the launch of his eponymous label debuting today at Pitti Uomo.
A Child of Comme Strikes Out on His Own
The Japanese designer Fumito Ganryu, who began his career at Comme des Garçons, spoke exclusively to BoF about the launch of his eponymous label debuting today at Pitti Uomo.
The Japanese Fashion School That Could Birth the Next Rei Kawakubo
A Tokyo-based institution with an unorthodox approach to teaching, Coconogacco has emerged as a new breeding ground for Japanese fashion talent.
The Japanese Fashion School That Could Birth the Next Rei Kawakubo
A Tokyo-based institution with an unorthodox approach to teaching, Coconogacco has emerged as a new breeding ground for Japanese fashion talent.
Hyères Festival Turns a Page
It seemed appropriate to the festival's free spirit that the people who won the big prizes all engaged with issues that are shaping the wider world, reports Tim Blanks.
Hyères Festival Turns a Page
It seemed appropriate to the festival's free spirit that the people who won the big prizes all engaged with issues that are shaping the wider world, reports Tim Blanks.
A Ghost Hovers Over Miu Miu's Rebel Spirit
Mounting witty challenges to “good” taste has been Miuccia Prada’s default position throughout her career, and this Cookie Mueller-inspired collection was no exception.
A Ghost Hovers Over Miu Miu's Rebel Spirit
Mounting witty challenges to “good” taste has been Miuccia Prada’s default position throughout her career, and this Cookie Mueller-inspired collection was no exception.
In Paris, Few Break Free From Comfort Zone
While even Rei Kawakubo and Rick Owens seemed to stay in their creative comfort zones, Undercover and Y-Project emerged as winners of the week.
In Paris, Few Break Free From Comfort Zone
While even Rei Kawakubo and Rick Owens seemed to stay in their creative comfort zones, Undercover and Y-Project emerged as winners of the week.
A New Beauty at Sacai
Chitose Abe elevated her mission of hybridization to new heights, bringing a sly wit that tricked the eye with deliberate mismatches.
A New Beauty at Sacai
Chitose Abe elevated her mission of hybridization to new heights, bringing a sly wit that tricked the eye with deliberate mismatches.
Comme des Garçons' Celebration of Artificiality
Rei Kawakubo sticks her finger in the wind and nails the moment, demonstrating the enduring outsider status of camp.
Comme des Garçons' Celebration of Artificiality
Rei Kawakubo sticks her finger in the wind and nails the moment, demonstrating the enduring outsider status of camp.
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