Tag: Tokyo

HAENGNAE - A fashion brand for
Ethical Fashion

HAENGNAE - A fashion brand for "romantic edgy" who inherit the philosophy of love

HAENGNAE is a fashion brand created by Anna Choi, a Korean designer born in 1992 and raised in Japan. She studied fashion design in New York as well as in Japan, and in 2017, while attending Bunka Fashion College, she won a special prize at the Kobe Fashion Contest and got to study at Nottingham Trent University in England as a scholarship student.

TOMO KOIZUMI presented collection Autumn-Winter 2023/2024 at Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo
World fashion

TOMO KOIZUMI presented collection Autumn-Winter 2023/2024 at Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo

Tomo Koizumi is known for his hand-sewn, voluminous, ruffled dresses, made from Japanese polyester. Take a look of the designer's collection Autumn/Winter 2023/2024.

AKIKOAOKI presented collection Autumn-Winter 2023/2024 at Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo
World fashion

AKIKOAOKI presented collection Autumn-Winter 2023/2024 at Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo

On 16th March I attended the fashion show of AKIKOAOKI brand at Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo. After graduating from Joshibi University of Art and Design in Tokyo, Akiko continued her studies at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design in London.

Jean Paul Gaultier's Fashion Freak Show was presented in Tokyo
Fashion shows

Jean Paul Gaultier's Fashion Freak Show was presented in Tokyo

A presentation of Jean Paul Gaultier Fashion Freak Show was made during Tokyo Creative Salon 2023 on 19 th March 2023. The show is coming to Tokyo's Orb Theater in from 19th May to 4th June 2023.

ZERO-TEX fabric at Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo
Sustainable fabrics

ZERO-TEX fabric at Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo

ZERO-TEX is a multifunctional fabric for all situations. It is durale, breathable, antistatic, anti-fouling, water-repellent and much more. I was able to see and touch this fabric at Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo. I met the designer Chieko Ikegami, who made a collection using this fabric and won the grand prize in the brand contest.

Tender Person collection at Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo 2023
Young designers

Tender Person collection at Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo 2023

On 15 March 2023 I attended the fashion show of the japanese brand TENDER PERSON at Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo. Designers of the collection for Autumn/Winter 2023/2024 are Yashige Yuto and Bianca. The theme of the collection is "Dreaming of me".

Seivson brand at Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo 2023
Fashion shows

Seivson brand at Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo 2023

Today I attended the fashion show of the Seivson brand at Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo. Creative director of the collection for Autumn/Winter 2023 is Tzu Chin Shen. The theme of the collection is "Roomservice".

Asahi Kasei collaborates on development of recycling technology for inexpensive, high-quality carbon fiber
Sustainable fashion

Asahi Kasei collaborates on development of recycling technology for inexpensive, high-quality carbon fiber

Asahi Kasei, a diversified Japanese multinational company, has developed a new technology for recycling carbon fiber plastic compounds together with the National Institute of Technology, Kitakyushu College and Tokyo University of Science.

Fashion World Tokyo - big numbers and conclusions
Events

Fashion World Tokyo - big numbers and conclusions

The show was attracted by 813 exhibitors from 31 countries/regions, 17,103 trade visitors and 7,686 conference attendees in 3 days.

Fashion World Tokyo -  a wide range of elements, from fashion sourcing to brands exhibits since its first launch
Events

Fashion World Tokyo - a wide range of elements, from fashion sourcing to brands exhibits since its first launch

FASHION WORLD TOKYO and FASHION WORLD TOKYO-FACTORY- were held in a lively atmosphere from Oct. 22 – 24, 2018 at Tokyo Big Sight, Japan. The event attracted 976* exhibitors from 39 countries/regions, 19,952* trade visitors and 8,548 conference attendees in 3 days.

Japanese bespoke shoes by TYE Shoemaker
Menswear accessories

Japanese bespoke shoes by TYE Shoemaker

Tsuyoshi Ohno is a bespoke only shoemaker based in Tokyo. He first trained with Chihiro Yamaguchi at Guild of Crafts, where he mastered the craft of last-making.

Fashion Fairs and Trade Shows 2017 in Europe and USA
Events

Fashion Fairs and Trade Shows 2017 in Europe and USA

We are going to present you the fairs that are coming during the next year. You will see the dates, the places and a brief description of the fair so you could choose which of them to visit. We will separate the fairs in two groups - Menswear Trade Fairs and Textile Trade Fairs.

Japan's Largest Fashion Trade Expo Invites Global Fashion Industry Professionals
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Japan's Largest Fashion Trade Expo Invites Global Fashion Industry Professionals

FASHION WORLD TOKYO is Japan’s largest fashion trade show and held twice a year in April and November. The show gathers all kinds of fashion wear, bags, shoes, fashion accessories, fashion jewellery, men’s fashion, textile and OEM/ODM products from around the world. With 850* exhibitors & 28,000* visitors, the next FASHION WORLD TOKYO [2016 NOVEMBER 7th to 9th ] provides the fashion industry with abundant opportunities to expand their business in Japan & Asia.

UNITED COLORS OF BENETTON: merging colours, blending identities
World fashion

UNITED COLORS OF BENETTON: merging colours, blending identities

What is the face of London? And the face of Tokyo? New York? Milan? Berlin? Paris? In a brand new United Colors of Benetton global campaign, the face of each model is a partly analog, partly digital combination of all the features found in the six fashion capitals of the world.

Japanese Fashion: Rynshu
Menswear collections

Japanese Fashion: Rynshu

Founded in 1985 by Rynshu as Maji- Masatomo, the label debuted on the Tokyo catwalk in 1986 and continued to show there until 1992, which co-incidentally was also the year the Maji-Masatomo became Masatomo, Inc.

Tokyo Fashion Week showed the new face of kimono
World fashion

Tokyo Fashion Week showed the new face of kimono

Tokyo Fashion Week presented new and surprising insight into the kimono this weekend. And the reason of the interest of designers to traditional garment is that it is back with a full force in the modern women's wardrobe.

Japan Samba Carnival
Lifestyle chronics

Japan Samba Carnival

The Asakusa Samba Carnival parade was held in Tokyo, Japan on 29 August 2015. About 5,000 participants took part in the 34th edition of the Samba Carnival.

HANAE MORI by Yu Amatsu Fall-Winter 2015/2016 collection at MBFW Tokyo
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HANAE MORI by Yu Amatsu Fall-Winter 2015/2016 collection at MBFW Tokyo

Japanese designer Yu Amatsu presented his collection for the women's clothing and accessories brand HANAE MORI yesterday in Japan, during the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Tokyo, which is held March 16-21, 2015.

Menswear: Black by VANQUISH Fall-Winter 2015/2016 collection at MBFW Tokyo
Menswear collections

Menswear: Black by VANQUISH Fall-Winter 2015/2016 collection at MBFW Tokyo

On Tuesday (March 17, 2015), Japanese brand Black by VANQUISH presented its Fall-Winter 2015/2016 menswear collection during the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Tokyo. It was a debut collection for designer Hayato Shiroyama and his label. The main theme was 'CHANGE'.

Japanese fashion: Keita Maruyama Fall-Winter 2015/2016 collection
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Japanese fashion: Keita Maruyama Fall-Winter 2015/2016 collection

Today in Japan, during the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Tokyo (MBFWT, March 16-21, 2015), his creations presented Japanese designer Keita Maruyama. The designs are colorful, fresh, comfortable, modern and eye-catching, combined with interesting artistic accessories - hats, bags, belts, gloves, earrings and high-heel boots with fringes.

Shakkei Spring/Summer 2015 “Trails”
Menswear collections

Shakkei Spring/Summer 2015 “Trails”

Gabriel Baradee graduated from Japanese studies (Bachelor) in Vienna and Berlin and received his Diploma from ESMOD Berlin (Ecole Supérieure des Art et Techniques de la Mode). He could gain international experiences in London and Tokyo. Highlights of his career so far have been the establishment of his label by the “moving showroom” concept with fashion shows in Berlin, Vienna and Zurich (2009), the collaboration with Eva & Adele for the Art Basel Miami Beach 2010, and the “Best Newcomer Award 2012” of the Vienna Awards for Fashion and Lifestyle. In January 2013 he showed his work at the lavera Showfloor during the Berlin Fashion Week. Since 2011 he annually presents his label at the MQ Vienna Fashion Week.

The modern hats: Tom Smarte Spring/Summer 2015 collection
Menswear accessories

The modern hats: Tom Smarte Spring/Summer 2015 collection

Tom Smarte of London is a contemporary hat company, adapting classic styles with premium textiles and subtle detailing for the modern gent. A new luxury menswear brand born of a rich heritage and dedicated to preserving true craftsmanship – a Tom Smarte hat is style personified.

Women's fashion: Sretsis Spring-Summer 2015 collection
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Women's fashion: Sretsis Spring-Summer 2015 collection

Sretsis shines brightly through dream-like silhouettes and dark humored prints disguised, sometimes unnoticed, as a wide-eyed innocent take on age old femininity.

Various Life by FACTOTUM for Spring-Summer 2015
Menswear collections

Various Life by FACTOTUM for Spring-Summer 2015

The garments are a mixture of military aesthetics and tailored fits.

Flowers and bright colors for Spring-Summer 2015 by House of Holland
Collections

Flowers and bright colors for Spring-Summer 2015 by House of Holland

House of Holland Girl is cool, confident and savvy and wear labels without letting them wear her.

99%IS- Spring-Summer 2015 collection during the MBFWT
Menswear collections

99%IS- Spring-Summer 2015 collection during the MBFWT

99%IS- offers elegant and street-style designs based on rock taste.

Military style for Spring-Summer 2015 by Discovered
Menswear collections

Military style for Spring-Summer 2015 by Discovered

Discovered Spring-Summer 2015 collection features a combination of bold prints and more subtle, traditional pieces.

Menswear from Japan: Toga Virilis Spring-Summer 2015 collection
Menswear collections

Menswear from Japan: Toga Virilis Spring-Summer 2015 collection

The main theme of Toga Virilis Spring-Summer 2015 collection is the American West.

Mr. Gentleman Spring-Summer 2015 collection
Menswear collections

Mr. Gentleman Spring-Summer 2015 collection

In the Spring-Summer 2015 collection techniques, material and colors are specific to certain geographical regions - From Italy, Mexico, France to New York.

Patchy Cake Eater presented Spring/Summer 2015 collection at Mercedez-Benz Fashion Week Tokyo
Menswear collections

Patchy Cake Eater presented Spring/Summer 2015 collection at Mercedez-Benz Fashion Week Tokyo

Patchy Cake Eater means a “ladies’ man with patches”. The brand pursues universal designs with a hint of tailored refinement and subtle elegance. It creates the masculinity that a woman wearing men’s clothes exudes, and applies it back to men’s fashion.

HANAE MORI Spring/Summer 2015 collection during the Mercedes­-Benz Fashion Week TOKYO
Fashion collections

HANAE MORI Spring/Summer 2015 collection during the Mercedes­-Benz Fashion Week TOKYO

The Mercedes­-Benz Fashion Week TOKYO 2015 S/S started from October 13th! There will be 48 brands participating in the fashion show and installation from the 13th through the 19th.

SUMMER 2015 by DOLORES CORTÉS
Fashion collections

SUMMER 2015 by DOLORES CORTÉS

Inspired in the Japanese culture and it retrospective sense of the interrelationship between manand nature.
Two different environments:
The first one takes as a reference the uniqueness of Akihabara district in Tokyo and the fascinating Manga universe with its Superheroines from the Japanese comics. Pastel colors and origami works on the swimsuits, bikinis and trikinis inside of a casual and imaginary world.

Fall-Winter 2015/2016 fashion trends: Contemporary junior
Fashion trends

Fall-Winter 2015/2016 fashion trends: Contemporary junior

For the Fall-Winter 15/16 season Trend Council has selected some major contemporary junior trends that will be key to impacting design development and retail buying. Here are three of their favorites: Star Wars, shine at warp speed. Aspen, an apres ski up-date. And the third one is Tokyo Moto.

World fashion shows, fairs and exhibitions calendar 2013
Fashion shows

World fashion shows, fairs and exhibitions calendar 2013

We selected for you the most important fashion shows, fairs, exhibitions and other events till the end of 2013 - fashion shows and fashion week dates for New York, Paris, Milan, Los Angeles, Miami, Tokyo and other cities around the world.

Calendar of fashion shows around the world
Business news

Calendar of fashion shows around the world

Summer is the time when many fashion shows around the world take place and present Autumn/Winter 2011/2012 fashion trends and even Summer 2012 fashion trends, so we decided to publish a calendar of future fashion shows and fashion weeks around the world - New York, Paris, Milan, London, Berlin, Los Angeles, Tokyo and other cities.

Milan has ended New York's five-year reign as the world's top fashion city
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Milan has ended New York's five-year reign as the world's top fashion city

Milan has ended New York's five-year reign as the world's top fashion city, while Hong Kong and Sao Paulo have sashayed into the top 10, according to an annual survey of top fashion cities.

The list was compiled by the Global Language Monitor, a US based non-profit group that tracks the frequency of words and phrases in the media, on the internet and throughout the blogosphere.

The world of fashion is dominated by five cities - New York, Rome, Paris, Milan and London - but New York had led the list for five consecutive years

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