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nqth, I might type the thing out after all. Scanning and photos probably will be abit hard to read. I just need to find the proper time >.<
1970s-1990s The Japanese Avant-garde
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Last year CdG had this type of event for employees and then opened it up to the public a bit later. That time it was an exhibition of the flyers sent to customers over the years.
http://blog.livedoor.jp/sharo_ny/archives/cat_1504198.html
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wow i love this thread thamxx guys for beautifull fotos ...Thanks Damien:-)
Yes, there was an exh. last year. I think we have some info about it here in tFS.
I also found this
http://www.pingmag.jp/2005/08/31/an-exhibition-of-comme-des-garcons/
“An exhibition of Comme des Garcons for Comme des Garcons” is taking place in Shinjuku Park Tower. It’s definitely a must-see. Various sized graphics decorate the walls; vibrant, black and white works of photography, grotesque paintings, simple and clean typographic art, and ones with all these styles combined - each of them having a distinctive style and vibe. Comme des Garcons doesn’t stick to only one style and is continuing it’s trend of reinventing itself.
This exhibition consists of Comme des Garcons print work, produced in last 30 years. The flyers, invitation cards, DM were made based on Rei Kawakubo’s belief that, “Print can be fashion, too.”
The age group of the visitors is very broad. Younger visitors seems to be blown away by the intense graphics, while older generations seem to enjoy reminiscing. One lady said, “hey I remember this flyer! This brings back memories.” This lady had completely dressed herself up in Comme des Garcons from top to bottom. Comme des Garcons always seems one step ahead of the current generation and is always bringing us new ideas.
Initially this exhibition was originally intended only for Comme des Garcons sales staff and corporate members but was later opened to the public. Rei Kawakubo planned and directed the whole thing and exhibited it in the Aoyama HQ. Ms. Kawakubo said, “Comme des Garcons has been 32 years since its foundation. I wanted younger generations to understand the spirit of the brand. I would love to have an exhibition time to time in some form in the future”.
It is amazing to think that they’ve been in business for over 30 years now. The brand has achieved worldwide fame, and still growing. Rei Kawakubo still has a lot of energy. Even though I am not in the fashion sphere, I really respect her as a person in creative fields. I am looking forward to seeing Garcons progress.
Talking of Comme des Garcons, what comes to my mind is “polka dots” whereas many people associate the brand with their trademark “black sweater with holes.”
When I was in University, I went to see the re-opening of the Aoyama shop after it was refurbished. The shop was cone-shaped with transparent walls, which were decorated with “aqua-coloured polka dots”. The atmosphere was intimidating for students like myself, but I convinced myself to go in. The shop itself was a maze-like store with distinctive clothes and high price-tags… it was an extraordinary experience. Since then I constantly go back to see the Aoyama shop. I don’t buy anything from them usually because of price (and probably they won’t look good on me….) , but I still I believe I can learn something from them.
An exhibition of Comme des Garcons for Comme des Garcons
20 AUG(SAT) - 31AUG(WED)
Shinjuku Park Tower 1F, 3-7-1, Nishi Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
Gallery 3, Atrium
Written by Takahashi
Translated by Kyoko
Yes, there was an exh. last year. I think we have some info about it here in tFS.
I also found this
http://www.pingmag.jp/2005/08/31/an-exhibition-of-comme-des-garcons/
“An exhibition of Comme des Garcons for Comme des Garcons” is taking place in Shinjuku Park Tower. It’s definitely a must-see. Various sized graphics decorate the walls; vibrant, black and white works of photography, grotesque paintings, simple and clean typographic art, and ones with all these styles combined - each of them having a distinctive style and vibe. Comme des Garcons doesn’t stick to only one style and is continuing it’s trend of reinventing itself.
This exhibition consists of Comme des Garcons print work, produced in last 30 years. The flyers, invitation cards, DM were made based on Rei Kawakubo’s belief that, “Print can be fashion, too.”
The age group of the visitors is very broad. Younger visitors seems to be blown away by the intense graphics, while older generations seem to enjoy reminiscing. One lady said, “hey I remember this flyer! This brings back memories.” This lady had completely dressed herself up in Comme des Garcons from top to bottom. Comme des Garcons always seems one step ahead of the current generation and is always bringing us new ideas.
Initially this exhibition was originally intended only for Comme des Garcons sales staff and corporate members but was later opened to the public. Rei Kawakubo planned and directed the whole thing and exhibited it in the Aoyama HQ. Ms. Kawakubo said, “Comme des Garcons has been 32 years since its foundation. I wanted younger generations to understand the spirit of the brand. I would love to have an exhibition time to time in some form in the future”.
It is amazing to think that they’ve been in business for over 30 years now. The brand has achieved worldwide fame, and still growing. Rei Kawakubo still has a lot of energy. Even though I am not in the fashion sphere, I really respect her as a person in creative fields. I am looking forward to seeing Garcons progress.
Talking of Comme des Garcons, what comes to my mind is “polka dots” whereas many people associate the brand with their trademark “black sweater with holes.”
When I was in University, I went to see the re-opening of the Aoyama shop after it was refurbished. The shop was cone-shaped with transparent walls, which were decorated with “aqua-coloured polka dots”. The atmosphere was intimidating for students like myself, but I convinced myself to go in. The shop itself was a maze-like store with distinctive clothes and high price-tags… it was an extraordinary experience. Since then I constantly go back to see the Aoyama shop. I don’t buy anything from them usually because of price (and probably they won’t look good on me….) , but I still I believe I can learn something from them.
An exhibition of Comme des Garcons for Comme des Garcons
20 AUG(SAT) - 31AUG(WED)
Shinjuku Park Tower 1F, 3-7-1, Nishi Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
Gallery 3, Atrium
Written by Takahashi
Translated by Kyoko
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thanks for this encyclopedic thread!
I have some issey miyake pieces from the 70s & 80s that i've recently reintroduced into my wardrobe because they still work, even all these years later.
Actually, I've even been able to bring back some of my Kenzo pieces recently, but if i could, i would snap up all of that yy stuff...so beautiful!
and no, I actually wasn't around (as an adult) when these pieces came out, but I was fortunate enough to have inherited quite a closet...
I have some issey miyake pieces from the 70s & 80s that i've recently reintroduced into my wardrobe because they still work, even all these years later.
Actually, I've even been able to bring back some of my Kenzo pieces recently, but if i could, i would snap up all of that yy stuff...so beautiful!
and no, I actually wasn't around (as an adult) when these pieces came out, but I was fortunate enough to have inherited quite a closet...
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Fall 1983
Issey Miyakie, Yohji Yamamoto & [SIZE=-1]Comme des Garçons images only...if interested you can see the entire edit posted here[/SIZE]
US Vogue July 1983
Photographs for these pages by Hans Feurer
Models: ?
Stylist: Polly Allen Mellen
Hair: John Sahag
Makeup: Tyen of Paris
[SIZE=-1]
source: scanned by MMA
[/SIZE]
Issey Miyakie, Yohji Yamamoto & [SIZE=-1]Comme des Garçons images only...if interested you can see the entire edit posted here[/SIZE]
US Vogue July 1983
Photographs for these pages by Hans Feurer
Models: ?
Stylist: Polly Allen Mellen
Hair: John Sahag
Makeup: Tyen of Paris
[SIZE=-1]
source: scanned by MMA
[/SIZE]
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1980s Issey Miyake Sailor Skirt with Cast Hardware
Issey Miyake's Plantation line was Japan's first pret-a-porter. Designed with the same offbeat perspective, the clothes were a touch less avant garde than his main label and therefore much easier to wear every day. Inspired by the people he'd see coming in and out of the laundromat, he wanted a collection that could be easily cared for and casual without losing a bit of style. One of the first Plantation collection pieces, this unbleached cotton sailor skirt has a low apron front that closes with cast pewter toggles and matte silver buttons. Slit pocket right next to the apron, the waistband is loose and gathered and meant to be worn low on the hips and slightly crumpled. Gorgeous with a super faded army green tee and Yves Saint Laurent wedge espadrilles, this is an Issey medium and is best suited for a modern 10 or 12 with a length of 36". Flawless, unworn conditon with original hang tags. $235.00
Issey Miyake's Plantation line was Japan's first pret-a-porter. Designed with the same offbeat perspective, the clothes were a touch less avant garde than his main label and therefore much easier to wear every day. Inspired by the people he'd see coming in and out of the laundromat, he wanted a collection that could be easily cared for and casual without losing a bit of style. One of the first Plantation collection pieces, this unbleached cotton sailor skirt has a low apron front that closes with cast pewter toggles and matte silver buttons. Slit pocket right next to the apron, the waistband is loose and gathered and meant to be worn low on the hips and slightly crumpled. Gorgeous with a super faded army green tee and Yves Saint Laurent wedge espadrilles, this is an Issey medium and is best suited for a modern 10 or 12 with a length of 36". Flawless, unworn conditon with original hang tags. $235.00
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1980s Issey Miyake Pleated Black Tee
Absolutey representative of Issey Miyake, his pleated clothing is one of the first things you think of when you see his name. And really, so popular it was that it launched a spinoff label called "Pleats Please" which was launched in 1993. A sinuous element to play against his rustic Japanese linens and wool, a wisp of pleated fabric would find its way into his collections time after time. Body conscious without being vulgar, each pleated garment was pleated after it had been cut and sewn and, like many of his pieces, lays totally flat. A black tee that is Miyake's take on the classic muscle tee, it lays as a pleated rectangle but takes on its on personality on the woman's body. The shoulders stand away from the body in soft peaks and the asymmetrical crease puts a focus on the curve of the waist and hip. Poly and nylon, each of these is heated to hold its shape permanently. Bearing the brushstroke label in grey, black and gold and sized to fit a modern 6 to small-busted 10, it is 21.5" long. Excellent condition. $315.00
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Absolutey representative of Issey Miyake, his pleated clothing is one of the first things you think of when you see his name. And really, so popular it was that it launched a spinoff label called "Pleats Please" which was launched in 1993. A sinuous element to play against his rustic Japanese linens and wool, a wisp of pleated fabric would find its way into his collections time after time. Body conscious without being vulgar, each pleated garment was pleated after it had been cut and sewn and, like many of his pieces, lays totally flat. A black tee that is Miyake's take on the classic muscle tee, it lays as a pleated rectangle but takes on its on personality on the woman's body. The shoulders stand away from the body in soft peaks and the asymmetrical crease puts a focus on the curve of the waist and hip. Poly and nylon, each of these is heated to hold its shape permanently. Bearing the brushstroke label in grey, black and gold and sized to fit a modern 6 to small-busted 10, it is 21.5" long. Excellent condition. $315.00
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1980s Issey Miyake Pleated Olive Wool Sweater
While we can't even fathom that anyone could be so stupid as to not like Issey Miyake's clothing, we can maybe see how someone would say,"Well it is very cool but it's just not my style". After all, the types of women who are walking around in shirts that say "Hot MILF" are not the kind of women looking at vintage Miyake and you know what? They're not the kind of women we hang out with - even when a bottle of cheap Tequila and a slot machine are involved. For a change, we're not going to say much because this is the kind of thing that you either have to have or are not even looking at. A gorgeous - oh sorry, adjectives - olive wool top pleated to the nth with a flat knit wide neck and skinny skinny sleeves. Perfect balance between the slim arm and the voluminous body, we adore this with camel Issey wool jodphurs and bespoke suede oxfords. An Issey small, this is 26.5" long. Excellent condition. We take it back and have to say it - stupendous. Ahhhhhhhhh. $945.00
While we can't even fathom that anyone could be so stupid as to not like Issey Miyake's clothing, we can maybe see how someone would say,"Well it is very cool but it's just not my style". After all, the types of women who are walking around in shirts that say "Hot MILF" are not the kind of women looking at vintage Miyake and you know what? They're not the kind of women we hang out with - even when a bottle of cheap Tequila and a slot machine are involved. For a change, we're not going to say much because this is the kind of thing that you either have to have or are not even looking at. A gorgeous - oh sorry, adjectives - olive wool top pleated to the nth with a flat knit wide neck and skinny skinny sleeves. Perfect balance between the slim arm and the voluminous body, we adore this with camel Issey wool jodphurs and bespoke suede oxfords. An Issey small, this is 26.5" long. Excellent condition. We take it back and have to say it - stupendous. Ahhhhhhhhh. $945.00
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1980s Issey Miyake Cropped Linen Jacket
Cropped does not always mean - and we apologize to the fabulous girls at Juicy Couture - uhhh, Juicy Couture. Even they would admit that it takes a certain kind of girl and a certain kind of body to wear their stuff and it's not usually the same woman who likes old school Issey Miyake. When left to a Japanese designer, the concept of cropped isn't about showing off your tight butt (not that you don't have one), it's about playing with proportion and scale. A cropped jacket with wrap-waisted pants and flat Comme des Garcons shoes has an intellectual vibe that says you find John Irving sexier than Brad Pitt or that Nice is a nicer place to vacation than Daytona Beach in March. So now that we have dispensed with our own inimitable sort of stereotyping and sweeping generalizations, which we often find to be most accurate, we ask you if you're Juicy or Issey 'cause you can't be both. A charcoal grey linen twoll jacket with chalkstriped edges and dramatic yoked sailor collar. Gorgeous with other edgy pieces from Japanese or Belgian designers, this has wide kimono sleeves and no closure so you leave it open along the placket to fall in unstructured waves. An Issey small, this is sized for a woman up to a modern 10 if she is on the shorter side and is 17" in length. Excellent condition. $515.00
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Cropped does not always mean - and we apologize to the fabulous girls at Juicy Couture - uhhh, Juicy Couture. Even they would admit that it takes a certain kind of girl and a certain kind of body to wear their stuff and it's not usually the same woman who likes old school Issey Miyake. When left to a Japanese designer, the concept of cropped isn't about showing off your tight butt (not that you don't have one), it's about playing with proportion and scale. A cropped jacket with wrap-waisted pants and flat Comme des Garcons shoes has an intellectual vibe that says you find John Irving sexier than Brad Pitt or that Nice is a nicer place to vacation than Daytona Beach in March. So now that we have dispensed with our own inimitable sort of stereotyping and sweeping generalizations, which we often find to be most accurate, we ask you if you're Juicy or Issey 'cause you can't be both. A charcoal grey linen twoll jacket with chalkstriped edges and dramatic yoked sailor collar. Gorgeous with other edgy pieces from Japanese or Belgian designers, this has wide kimono sleeves and no closure so you leave it open along the placket to fall in unstructured waves. An Issey small, this is sized for a woman up to a modern 10 if she is on the shorter side and is 17" in length. Excellent condition. $515.00
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1970s Issey Miyake Striped Wool Dress
Issey Miyake is a conceptual designer, envisioning the structure of each dress; how it relates to the human body and how it stands as a piece of sculpture when laying flat. Issey's clothing is often displayed flat in his boutiques in Tokyo and New York but this doesn't mean they are not meant to be worn. Unbelievably creative, his roots are firmy entrenched in ancient Japanese tradition but his designs are futuristic. A taupe and black wool knit dress that clings where it should and swings where it should move. Paired with a pair of Johnny Moke platform wedgies and a huge Kooba leather bag, we like the neck ties on this dress crossed over the V neckline and pinned with a Danish modern sterling brooch. Gathered along the ribbed yoke, it is soft and light but also very earthy. Elongated ribbed cuffs and inseam pockets at both hips, the bust measures up to 39", shoulder to shoulder 16", outer sleeve 25" and length 42.5". Excellent condition. $685.00
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Issey Miyake is a conceptual designer, envisioning the structure of each dress; how it relates to the human body and how it stands as a piece of sculpture when laying flat. Issey's clothing is often displayed flat in his boutiques in Tokyo and New York but this doesn't mean they are not meant to be worn. Unbelievably creative, his roots are firmy entrenched in ancient Japanese tradition but his designs are futuristic. A taupe and black wool knit dress that clings where it should and swings where it should move. Paired with a pair of Johnny Moke platform wedgies and a huge Kooba leather bag, we like the neck ties on this dress crossed over the V neckline and pinned with a Danish modern sterling brooch. Gathered along the ribbed yoke, it is soft and light but also very earthy. Elongated ribbed cuffs and inseam pockets at both hips, the bust measures up to 39", shoulder to shoulder 16", outer sleeve 25" and length 42.5". Excellent condition. $685.00
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1970s Issey Miyake Smocked Tweed Cape
Issey Miyake has never been one to modify his style to make it more palatable to Western women. He is really a traditional Japanese designer and makes extraordinary innovations with his gorgeous fabrics. While other Asian designers were creating a new fusion in fashion, Issey was bringing ancient Japan into the future, even beyond today - his clothes are still futuristic but they are also primitive in a certain charming way. Easy to wear, unbelievably comfortable and intellectually alluring, women who wear old school Miyake are usually smarter and more sophisticated than your average fashion consumer. A coffee and cream wool and linen cape with gorgeous smocked yoke and exaggerated collar. Fastens along the hidden placket with one button left exposed in the hollow of the throat, there are slits for the hands so the fabric forms a sort of voluminous sleeve. Fabulous with a floor-length Yohji Yamamoto skirt and Ann Demeulemeester boots, it bears the early red, white and blue label. Sized to fit anywhere from a modern 6 to 12, it is 55" in length so you must be tall to wear this. Excellent condition. sold
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1980s Issey Miyake Woven Chartreuse Unitard
Created with all the dancer's sensibility of a Rudi Gernreich piece, this incredible Issey Miyake unitard would have pleased Gernreich to no end. Clever as the day is long, it is shimmering chameleon skin woven of chartreuse nylon and polyurethane so it isn't constricting or tight but just clings and drapes perfectly. With a stand-up mock turtleneck, when you get to the arced seam that cuts across the chest from under each arm, there is a hidden zipper that unzips around the entire top of the garment so with just a little opening it is a scoopneck unitard with a stylized hood. Zip it farther and you are the symbolic snake shedding its skin. Modified dolman sleeve and a loop for hooking around the foot, with a hole for the heel, this really is a conceptual dance piece along the likes of Mark Morris or Twyla Tharp and one of the most inspired pieces of vintage we have had from an extremely well-respected designer. As makeshift top and slim pants, it comes together well with nothing but a simple Hermes leather wrap skirt from the Fall 2002 collection, fastened only at the waist - merci Margiela. Alternately, if you have the balls, you could wear it with just a long Richard Tyler black velvet robe coat, complete with braided silk belt. Made in Japan, it is an Issey medium, which fits a modern 8 or small 10 and is in excellent condition. $575.00
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So it's here I can find Issey Miyake,
since I couldn't find a thread just dedicated to this wonderful designer!
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Issey Miayke Prét À Porter P/E 1990
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Issey Miayke Prét À Porter A/H 1990
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Issey Miayke Prét À Porter A/H 1995
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since I couldn't find a thread just dedicated to this wonderful designer!
...Issey Miayke Prét À Porter P/E 1990
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Scanned by me
Issey Miayke Prét À Porter A/H 1990
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Issey Miayke Prét À Porter A/H 1995
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^ Absolutely stunning! Do you happen to know the photographer? Was it Irving Penn?
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