We remember Issey Miyake: The Prince of Pleats
Actually, Issey Miyake's dream was to become a dancer. Although this dream did not become reality, his love of dance is reflected in many of his creations.
Born and raised in Japan, he enriched the fashion world with his innovative creations like no other. Equally known as one of the pioneers of the pleat, Issey Miyake became the Prince of Pleats with the "Pleats Please!" collection in 1993. Based on the pleated art that changed the world in the 1930s by Spanish designer Mariano Fortuny, who (along with his wife Henriette Negrin) invented the Delphos Dress.
Driven by technology, innovation and craftsmanship, Miyake ultimately created artful yet everyday design pieces.
"I was interested in making fashion that would be worn by people 'in the real world,'" says Issey Miyake - probably one of the reasons for his commercial success, which made his brand and name known around the world, not leaving the beauty sector untouched.
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For this reason, Issey Miyake often collaborates with dancers and acrobats for his shows that would bring movement to his collections.
Colorful silk fabrics and polyester "shaped" by heat were his favorite materials, which were the basis of his creations and created couture on a new level. With this concept, he launched his own brand in 1971, which eventually gave birth to the famous Miyake Perfumes. A global success that transcended far beyond fashion.
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