Vintage Issey Miyake Metallic Kimono Jacket Origami Pleats Skirt Set
By Issey Miyake
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Done in a silvery-pewter pleated fabric, this Issey Miyake White Label set is a fine example of Miyake’s interest in folding techniques and desire to create pleated garments that mov...
Issey Miyake Polkadot Kimono Jacket
By Issey Miyake
Located in New York, NY
Issey Miyake 1980's kimono jacket features a playful print in a neutral palette, and consists of a 17'' collar and 20'' sleeves.
Issey Miyake 1980s Plantation Cream Kimono Jacket
By Plantation
Located in Austin, TX
1980s Issey Miyake Plantation silk/ cotton cream kimono style jacket.
Early Issey Miyake Draped Kimono Coat
By Issey Miyake
Located in New York, NY
Miyake has taken the kimono and "westernized" it into a zippered coat. Drawing inspiration from Paul Poiret perhaps? He has cut the sleeves full and gathered them at the ends creatin...
, Issey Miyake , IKKO TANAKA, Pleats Kimono Jacket
By Issey Miyake
Located in Port Hope, ON
In this fabulous piece Issey Miyake celebrates the legendary graphic designer Ikko Tanaka . They first met in the 1960's and have collaborated many times. Miyake incorporates the ama...
1990s Issey Miyake, A-POC knitted kimono style long cardigan
By Issey Miyake
Located in London, GB
An exceptional Issey Miyake black knitted full length cardigan in a kimono style.
Issey Miyake Costume Institute Rare 1997 Graphic Runway Kimono Inspired Ensemble
By Issey Miyake
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare Issey Miyake S/S 1997 graphically distinctive runway ensemble.
1977 ISSEY MIYAKE 'Paradise Lost' silk kimono top with print by TADANORI YOKOO
By Issey Miyake
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, silk kimono top with front trim print and back panel print designed by Issey Miyake with artwork by Tadanori Yokoo as seen on the spring of 1977 runway.
Plantation by Issey Miyake Cordovan Double Breasted Kimono Style Jacket
Located in San Diego, CA
Only Issey Miyake could offer such a profound cut on a double breasted kimono style blazer!
Issey Miyake ME Devoré Top Blouse Jacket circa 2001
By Issey Miyake
Located in Berlin, DE
Issey Miyake kimono sleeve light jacket blouse from circa 2001.
Issey Miyake Pleats Please Japanese Kimono Leaf Leaves Floral Cocktail Dress
By Issey Miyake
Located in PARIS, FR
Issey Miyake Pleats Please Japanese Kimono Black Leaf Leaves Floral Pleated Maxi Dress Excellent condition.
Issey Miyake Pleated Pleats Please Runway Kimono Japanese Gown Maxi Dress
By Issey Miyake
Located in PARIS, FR
Issey Miyake Gown Couture Huge Collar Runway Dramatic Sculptural Wedding 80s 90s Yellow Brown Vintage Evening Pleats Please Pleated Maxi Dress Wonderful gown dress by Issey Miyake! ...
Issey Miyake 2 Piece Pleated Ensemble
By Issey Miyake
Located in Oakland, CA
Elegant Issey Miyake black top and skirt set. Airy top with pleating and alternating panels of sheer fabric. V neck, sleeveless, very loose shape. Long skirt is pleated with same...
Issey Miyake Pleats Please Blue Pleated Jacket & Skirt Ensemble 2000
By Issey Miyake
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a vintage Issey Miyake Pleats Please blue pleated jacket and skirt ensemble, the jacket is double breasted with a belted hem, long sleeved,...
Issey Miyake 1990's Pleated Sculptural Dress and Overtop
By Issey Miyake
Located in Sharon, CT
Offering a bright green pleated sculptural Issey Miyake (labeled) Polyester dress and overtop. Overall length 52", length of top 29". Size M
ISSEY MIYAKE 1991 Vintage Runway Dinosaur architectural pleated linen jacket XL
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE 1991 Vintage Runway Dinosaur architectural pleated linen jacket XL Reference: CRTI/A00121 Brand: Issey Miyake Model: Dinosaur Jacket Collection: Spring Summer 1991 - Run...
Rare vintage Issey Miyake shirt and skirt set from the 1970s
By Issey Miyake
Located in PARIS, FR
Issey Miyake 1970s Linen Shirt & Skirt Set Rare vintage Issey Miyake shirt and skirt set from the 1970s, crafted entirely from linen in a natural ivory tone. The shirt features ...
Issey Miyake set Pleats Please 1996
By Pleats Please, Issey Miyake
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ISSEY MIYAKE - (Made in Japan) Blue and green Pleats Please set composed of pants and a top. Size 3. A 1996 Collection. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Top: Shoulder wid...
1989 ISSEY MIYAKE draped linen RUNWAY coat with unique button closure
By Issey Miyake
Located in San Fransisco, CA
1989 Issey Miyake charcoal-gray linen coat with a wide sculptural collar that falls softly over the shoulders. The cut is loose and architectural, with organically shapped acetate to...
Issey Miyake iridescent coat
By Issey Miyake
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ISSEY MIYAKE - (Made in Japan) Blue and green tone iridescent coat with bat sleeves. Size 2 indicated, it fits a M-40FR. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder width: ...
1976 ISSEY MIYAKE hand knit RUNWAY sweater coat
By Issey Miyake
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Exceptionally rare Issey Miyake handknit sweater coat in charcoal and ivory dating to 1976 as seen on the runway. Hand-knit in a bold windowpane plaid pattern, this piece embodies Mi...
Issey Miyake FETE Black & white Pleated Balloon Sleeve Jacket & Matching Skirt
By Issey Miyake Fete
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Issey Miyake FETE Black & white Pleated Balloon Sleeve Jacket & Matching Skirt. Dramatic jacket features balloon sleeves and split tail back. The jacket closes with a hidden ...
Issey Miyake 1990s Silver Pleated Poncho
By Issey Miyake
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Issey Miyake 1990s Silver Pleated Poncho is a stunning vintage piece that showcases the designer's innovative use of pleats and textile design. This metallic silver poncho featur...
ISSEY MIYAKE 1991 Vintage Runway Dinosaur architectural pleated linen jacket XL
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE 1991 Vintage Runway Dinosaur architectural pleated linen jacket XL Reference: CRTI/A00121 Brand: Issey Miyake Model: Dinosaur Jacket Collection: Spring Summer 1991 - Run...
2002 ISSEY MIYAKE printed cropped RUNWAY jacket
By Issey Miyake
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This 2002 runway jacket by Issey Miyake is cropped with a boxy cut. It’s made from multiple printed panels that are visibly pieced together. The seams are integral to the design, cut...
Issey Miyake Pleats Please Set
By Issey Miyake
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Issey Miyake - (Made in Japan) Pleats Please set composed of a jacket, a top, and trousers. Size 4. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Top: Chest: 41...
Issey Miyake Linen Fold Front Jacket
By Issey Miyake, Issey Miyake Plantation
Located in New York, NY
Issey Miyake Plantation Line Linen Fold Front Jacket from the 1980's. Interesting cut where the front has folded panels which form points below waist. Can be buttoned or left open. P...
ISSEY MIYAKE PLEATS PLEASE silver spike collar angular cut pleats top JP3 L
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE PLEATS PLEASE silver spike collar angular cut pleats top JP3 L Reference: TGAS/D00302 Brand: Issey Miyake Collection: Pleats Please Material: Polyester Color: Silver Pat...
$2,500
Size: please refer to measurements
RANDOLPH DUKE 2000 Vintage Runway Silver Ball Gown Evening Dress
By Randolph Duke
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Randolph Duke Vintage Runway SS00 Silver Grey color This is a tight sexy fit I cannot stress how amazing this looks on Great vintage condition, minor feeling of wear throughout Label...
Evening coat lightly padded in night blue silk satin Schiaparelli 1950's
By Schiaparelli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Evening coat lightly padded in night blue silk satin with red satin lining. One button in the middle front on the top. Pockets on both side. SIZE 44 (Fr) L
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Gray Check Fringe Jacket Skirt Set
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Gray Check Fringe Jacket Skirt Set Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Designer: Alexander McQueen ...
Valentino 1990s Size 4 Lipstick Red Linen + Rayon Halter Criss Cross 90s Dress
By Valentino, Valentino Miss V
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic mid 90s VALENTINO ‘ Miss V ‘ signature lipstick red halter cross-cross Rayon ( 90% ) and Linen ( 10%) dress ! Features a halter neckline for support that criss crosses in the ba...
Christian Lacroix Haute-Couture Crimson Draped Silk Chiffon Gown, FW 1999
By Christian Lacroix
Located in London, GB
This Christian Lacroix dress from the Fall-Winter 1999 haute couture collection is an asymmetrical masterpiece crafted in rich crimson silk chiffon. The one-shoulder design features ...
Louis Estevez Silk Bodycon Backless Dress 1950s
By Louis Estevez
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning black silk dress from Estevez. The neckline has 2 fringe edged overlapping panels at the center front and the back is low cut. Intricate seaming creates a clever figure ...
FW 1999 Christian Dior Galliano FW 1999 wool skirt / jacket suit
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
FW 1997 Christian Dior & John Galliano skirt suit с кружевом John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection: 1999 fall / winter RTW Country of manufacture: France Christian Dior style:...
F/W 1989 Donna Karan Navy Blue Stretch Wool Slit Long Sleeve Midi Dress 10
By Donna Karan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Donna Karan navy blue stretch wool midi dress debuted on the Fall/Winter 1989 runway. This elegant design showcases a body-skimming silhouette with long sleeves and a high side ...
Lovely Art Deco Burn Out Velvet Gown
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Art Deco Burn Out Velvet Gown from the 1930's. Typical bias slim cut velvet with flutter sleeves with incredible sheer Art Deco arrow designs radiating out. Side snap opening...
DOLCE GABBANA black pink floral jacquard off shoulder corsetted dress IT36 XXS
By Dolce & Gabbana, D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DOLCE GABBANA black pink floral jacquard off shoulder corsetted dress IT36 XXS Reference: TGAS/D00314 Brand: Dolce Gabbana Designer: Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana Material: Poly...
Alexander McQueen New S/S 2002 Three Piece Skirt Suit with Intricate Embroidery
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous silk/linen black skirt suit from Alexander McQueen including an additional matching white skirt. The jacket has peak lapels, a breast pocket, small shoulder padding, side...
Velvet burgundy Robe with thread embroideries and flower lining Circa 1940's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Velvet burgundy Robe with thread embroideries and satin flower lining. Button covered with fabric closure on the middle front . Shoulder pad. Top-stitched. SIZE M
S/S 1996 Dolce & Gabbana Brown Knit Bodycon Belted Maxi Collared Dress 40IT
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This brown knit sweater dress by Dolce & Gabbana is from the Spring/Summer 1996 collection, where it was showcased on the runway by supermodel Helena Christensen. The sleeveless ...
F/W 1997 Bill Blass Runway Deep Red Velvet Strapless Evening Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This deep red strapless evening gown from Bill Blass's Fall/Winter 1997 collection, as worn by Elsa Benitez on the runway, is crafted from luxurious velvet. The gown features a fitte...
1971 Documented Courreges Turquoise Maxi Dress
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in London, GB
Rare 1970s André Courrèges turquoise maxi dress complete with low back and bow strap detail. Courreges was already a fashion design superstar when his haute couture version of this...
Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Denim Dress
By ANGLOMANIA by VIVIENNE WESTWOOD
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This Vivienne Westwood Anglomania dress is cut to a fitted silhouette and crafted from dark denim fabric. It features box shoulders and a folded neckline that extends to the back in ...
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.
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