1982 ISSEY MIYAKE oversized RUNWAY sweater
About the Item
- Designer:
- Brand:
- Dimensions:Length: 28 in (71.12 cm)Marked Size: JP M (JP)Bust: 40 in (101.6 cm)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Material Notes:Fabric content: 50% wool, 25% nylon and 25% acrylic.
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:San Fransisco, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8117067602
Issey Miyake
From the prismatic Pleats Please collection to the modular, three-dimensional garments crafted from recycled plastic bottles in his Reality Lab, the captivating fashions by Japanese designer Issey Miyake are all about movement.
Born in Hiroshima, Miyake studied graphic design at Tama Art University in Tokyo before relocating to Paris in 1965, where he studied couture and cut his teeth working for Guy Laroche and Hubert de Givenchy. In 1969, he moved to New York, where he worked for Geoffrey Beene. He returned to Tokyo in 1970 to found his first solo venture, the Miyake Design Studio. It wasn’t until the 1990s, though, that the designer had his breakthrough moment with experimentations in pleating. Some of his earliest explorations were for choreographer William Forsythe’s Frankfurt Ballet Company, with the 1991 performance of The Loss of Small Detail featuring costumes Miyake designed with pleats that complemented and transformed the movement of the dancers.
Though long a staple in couture — from delicate women’s skirts to men’s suit pants — pleats took on new life in Miyake’s hands. By using a heat press to cure his fabrics after his garments are stitched, Miyake was able to maintain the accordion structure of the pleat, turning a series of folds into sculptural, often futuristic forms unbound by the shape of the human body. In 1993, Miyake debuted “garment pleating” in his Pleats Please line, in which the clothes are constructed at a size that is larger than what is intended for the finished product. The pleats are then created — a process that involves folding and ironing and is separate from the joining of seams — and individual pieces are subsequently hand-fed into a heat press. The pleats are permanent and the garments can be worn and washed without losing their shape.
Miyake’s pleats run the gamut in scale, which enabled him to evoke dramatic, sharp silhouettes and flowy movements in equal measure. In essence, he created an entirely new material whose iterations are infinite — a feat of technology as much as fashion.
Other innovations include Miyake’s 1997 Just Before collection, which introduced a series of tube-knit dresses that could be cut as desired, reducing both work and resources. His Reality Lab now investigates new materials, such as a fully recycled polyester. Miyake’s prowess, in fact, captured another iconic figure in the tech world: Steve Jobs, for whom the designer made hundreds of identical black turtlenecks, the late Apple founder’s sartorial signature.
Find a collection of vintage Issey Miyake day dresses, jackets, shirts and other clothing on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Oakland, CA
- Return PolicyThis item cannot be returned.
- 1977 KANSAI YAMAMOTO sweater with large hoodBy Kansai YamamotoLocated in San Fransisco, CAVery rare, colorful sweater designed by Kansai Yamamoto dating to fall of 1977 as seen on the runway in a different pattern. Size 'S' however this ...Category
1970s Japanese Pullovers
- 1985 AZZEDINE ALAIA taupe knit jacket with waist tieBy Azzedine AlaïaLocated in San Fransisco, CATaupe knit jacket with waist ties designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1985. Looks great belted or worn loose. Labeled a size Medium. Approximate measurements laying flat: ...Category
1980s Italian Jackets
- 1970's COURREGES boucle knit sweater topBy André Courrèges, CourrègesLocated in San Fransisco, CABlack and off-white boucle knit tunic with neck tie designed by Courreges dating to the 1970's. Pointelle knit at collar area. Labeled a size C which best fits a M. Approximate meas...Category
1970s French Cardigans
- 2008 JUNYA WATANABE grey marled knit poncho sweaterBy Junya Watanabe, Junya Watanabe Comme des GarçonsLocated in San Fransisco, CAVery soft, grey marled knit poncho sweater with black button front from Junya Watanabe by Comme Des Garcons dating to fall of 2008. Looks great layered over a button up shirt. Labele...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cardigans
- 1990's COMME DES GARCONS slim black ribbed sweaterBy Comme des GarçonsLocated in San Fransisco, CABlack ribbed slim fit sweater designed by Rei Kawakubo for Comme Des Garcons dating to the 1990's. No size is labeled however the fabric is very stretchy and will accommodate a size ...Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Pullovers
- 1987 ISSEY MIYAKE semi-sheer draped tunic RUNWAY sweaterBy Issey MiyakeLocated in San Fransisco, CAVery rare and unique semi-sheer, draped knit sweater in black and burgundy from Issey Miyake dating to fall of 1987 exactly as seen on the runway. The burgundy portions are sheer an...Category
1980s Japanese Pullovers
- Christian Dior by John Galliano purple and gold knitted sweater dress, fw 1999By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian DiorLocated in London, GBChristian Dior by John Galliano purple knitted sweater dress with metallic gold effect and large turtle neck Fall-Winter 1999Category
1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
- Louis Vuitton Brown Lurex Knit Contrast Suede Shoulder Patch Cropped Sweater XSBy Louis VuittonLocated in Dubai, Al Qouz 2You'll love to wear this Louis Vuitton sweater as it delights in a lovely design. The fabulous sweater is made of the finest materials and it features long sleeves, suede shoulder pa...Category
2010s Italian Sweaters
- 1970's Marelli Zip Front Tan Ribbed Cardigan With Gold Chain DetailsLocated in Toronto, Ontario1970's Italian luxury brand Marelli ribbed wool cardigan. Tan wool with gold metal zip front. Gilt metal Marelli logo tag tops the zipper. Each patch pocket is enhanced with swagged ...Category
1970s Italian Cardigans
- 1970's Marelli Camel Colour Ribbed Knit CardiganLocated in Toronto, Ontario1970's camel colour wool ribbed knit with gold Marelli logo buttons and matching logo embroidery details at flat pockets. In excellent vintage condition, marked FR 42. Form fitted sh...Category
1970s Italian Cardigans
- Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st cBy Louis VuittonLocated in University City, MOLouis Vuitton Paris Italian knit brown cardigan sweater Size M The chic Italian knit cardigan is designed with a muted light brown shade; accented with ...Category
Early 2000s Italian Cardigans
- Missoni Multicolor Chevron Zigzag SweaterBy MissoniLocated in Los Angeles, CAMissoni Knit sweater Knit stripe trim Crew neck Light weave that stretches Rayon blend Multicolor zigzag patternCategory
20th Century Italian Pullovers