Kenzo was one of the first labels that created a bridge between two of the world's major fashion capitals. Kenzo Takada came from Tokyo to Paris in the 60s and started a dialogue between the two drastically different societies. Today, this dialogue is still alive and kicking, but things are taking on a fresh and modern turn under the art direction of Antonio Marras. Browsing through this collection, something definitely caught my eye. There was a very European cut to the clothes, mixed with the luscious colours and patterns of the Japanese. I have always loved the softness of the Japanese culture, and I especially love that Kenzo has brought this feeling to something that is fully wearable.
These three suits are the embodiment of European and Japanese fusion. The suit is a classic of European fashion, and Kenzo has combined this staple with the soft and vividness of Japanese watercolour. I especially enjoy the suit on the right. I'm fully enjoying a guy who is able to white things out this season, and the soft blue watercolour running up asymmetrically adds another depth to the look.
These two looks are definitely another European cut. The jaggedness of the pattern on the shirt to the left screams Japanese to me. And the material that the jacket on the right is made from really brings me back to olden-day Japan.
Once again, CHUNKY sweaters. I especially love the retro designs that both of these looks sport, and I love that a cardigan is being worn over top of a sweater.
Every collection has it's mishap, and this is the one for Kenzo. I think the French look that Marras was going for might have been taken a little too literally. And stripes... I've never been a fan of them, and I doubt I ever will!
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