Tokyo Diaries VI

A mental travel preparation.




Mikio Sakabe Fall/Winter 2013

"When the world turns pink and boys wear lipstick, frilled diapers and duvet night gowns, we are covered in the cold sweat of erotic nightmares." - he nods and decides to not pack any underwear. The closing of his suitcase is followed by a pondering silence.
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#Wangciaga, Reality

1. Balenciaga Spring/Summer 2014
2. Alexander Wang Spring/Summer 2014

This is not a scandal. It is the logic, osmotic relationship of molecules that strive to equalize the solute concentrations of two sides. Balenciaga is being wangalized. In the end, everything is even.
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Twombly Dialogues

1. Cy Twombly Cycnus, 1978
2. Helmut Lang Fall/Winter 2004

When looking at Cy Twombly's sculptures from 1953 to 2009 I see Helmut Lang, Rick Owens, Ann Demeulemeester. And I will attempt to compile a synchronous collection, restricted to white. Starting with a palm leaf in pleated organza.
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Frills, 2013

or 'Bring In The Clowns'






























T-Shirt Comme des Garçons Homme Plus
Waistcoat Issey Miyake
Sleeveless shirt Valentino
Frill bib Comme des Garçons Homme Plus
Trousers Acne
Sandals Damir Doma

Staged in a Comédia Japonais, we are witnessing a frivolous play in three parts. A tragic costume drama based on the true story of a rose-frill shoulder, a crinkled stripe and a rushing collar piece.
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Fall/Women 2013

J.W. Anderson Fall/Winter 2013

Fashion must be disturbing, otherwise it's just clothes. Those who dare and let us feel uncomfortable will succeed, and sell. A frill dress will inspire to buy a solid T-shirt. Consumerism does not kill creativity. Congrats to J.W. Anderson and Martine Rose who did not copy anyone (except Balenciaga) but re-interpret themselves.
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Image credits Style.com