I never thought fashion was the job for me, because I'm Japanese. Clothes! That was a European, society thing.
Issey MiyakeRead
My touchstone started out being - and is still - exploring the ways by which to make clothing from a single piece of cloth.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Issey Miyake emphasizes the innovative approach of creating clothing from one piece of cloth.
This quote reflects Issey Miyake's dedication to exploring the artistry and craftsmanship in fashion design, specifically through the technique of creating garments from a single piece of fabric. It highlights his creative process and his commitment to finding new ways to express fashion, emphasizing simplicity and innovation in design.
Themes
FashionDesignInnovationArtistrySimplicity
In practice
Example use cases
In a fashion seminar discussing minimalist design principles.
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From the beginning I thought about working with the body in movement, the space between the body and clothes. I wanted the clothes to move when people moved. The clothes are also for people to dance or laugh
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