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Why is Junya Watanabe famous?

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Why is Junya Watanabe famous?
Junya Watanabe is famous because of his fashion designs. After working for Comme des Garçons for several years, he established his own brand under the Japanese fashion house's umbrella in 1992. He has since become known for his avant-garde approach to design, which some describe as “techno-couture.” Beyoncé, Michelle Obama, Victoria Beckham, Justin Bieber, Gwen Stefani and Rihanna are just some of the many celebrities who have sported his pieces. Shop a range of Junya Watanabe apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
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Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçon Spring 2000 Black Taffeta Ruffled Cocoon Tunic
By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons, Junya Watanabe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Architectural black taffeta tunic from Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons Spring 2000 collection, as seen on the runway. Sleek lightweight taffeta in a trapeze top silhouette...
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Early 2000s Japanese Cocoon Coats

Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçon Spring 2000 Black Taffeta Ruffled Cocoon Tunic

Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçon Spring 2000 Black Taffeta Ruffled Cocoon Tunic

$1,500
Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons Spring 2003 Cotton Poplin Navy Blue Shirt Dress
By Comme des Garçons, Junya Watanabe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons shirt dress from the Spring 2003 collection. A playful and youthful juxtaposition of a classic American shirt dress with added ties for adjustable ru...
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21st Century and Contemporary Casual Dresses

Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons Spring 2003 Cotton Poplin Navy Blue Shirt Dress

Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons Spring 2003 Cotton Poplin Navy Blue Shirt Dress

$950
Comme des Garcons AD 2002 Bondage Top and Jacket
By Comme des Garçons, Junya Watanabe
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black fine cotton 2 piece set consisting of a sleeveless top and matching jacket from Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons. The sleeves top has a crew neckline and a confi...
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Early 2000s Japanese Jackets

Comme des Garcons AD 2002 Bondage Top and Jacket

Comme des Garcons AD 2002 Bondage Top and Jacket

$4,600
Comme des Garcons Junya Watanabe Dress with Cut Out
By Comme des Garçons, Junya Watanabe
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great black stretch dress from Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons, CDG. It is sleeveless with a cutout circle at the front waist and several l...
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2010s Japanese Day Dresses

Comme des Garcons Junya Watanabe Dress with Cut Out

Comme des Garcons Junya Watanabe Dress with Cut Out

$875
2006 Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons black Sleeveless Lace Patchwork Dress
By Junya Watanabe
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black cotton and floral lace dress from Junya Watanabe's 2006 collection. The dress is constructed from a mix of opaque cotton panels and sheer lace, creating a patchwork effect that...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Evening Dresses

2006 Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons black Sleeveless Lace Patchwork Dress

2006 Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons black Sleeveless Lace Patchwork Dress

$2,650
Y2K Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons Avant Garde Black Draped Asymmetric Dress
By Junya Watanabe, Comme des Garçons
Located in Sparks, NV
Incredible Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons black avant garde draped dress. Partially lined, no closure (pulls on over the head). The marked size is medium. The bust measures 36"...
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2010s Japanese Day Dresses

Y2K Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons Avant Garde Black Draped Asymmetric Dress

Y2K Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons Avant Garde Black Draped Asymmetric Dress

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