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Techno Couture

Junya Watanabe 'Techno-Couture' honeycomb organza runway ensemble, fw 2000
Junya Watanabe 'Techno-Couture' honeycomb organza runway ensemble, fw 2000

Junya Watanabe 'Techno-Couture' honeycomb organza runway ensemble, fw 2000

By Junya Watanabe

Located in London, GB

▪ Junya Watanabe - Comme des Garçons 'Techno-Couture' runway ensemble ▪ Fall-Winter 2000 ▪ Museum Grade ▪ Cocoon coat of honeycomb constructed amber polyester-organza ▪ Slits for...

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Early 2000s Japanese Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

VALENTINO TECHNOCOUTURE black TIRED TOP Long Sleeve Dress M
VALENTINO TECHNOCOUTURE black TIRED TOP Long Sleeve Dress M

VALENTINO TECHNOCOUTURE black TIRED TOP Long Sleeve Dress M

By Valentino

Located in Zürich, CH

Valentino Techno Couture sheath dress in black missing tag (probably wool blend) with a crop top, round neckline, knee-length, 3/4 arm length detailed with a slit and ribbon on the o...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Casual Dresses

Comme Des Garcons Junya Wantanabe Applique 3D Tiered Peplum Top Jacket c2000
Comme Des Garcons Junya Wantanabe Applique 3D Tiered Peplum Top Jacket c2000

Comme Des Garcons Junya Wantanabe Applique 3D Tiered Peplum Top Jacket c2000

By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons, Comme des Garçons

Located in Chicago, IL

Significantly, The Met museum made rare purchases of his similar experimental three-dimensional patterning for its Costume Institute since the designer debuted what he described as t...

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Early 2000s Japanese Jackets

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Valentino Techno Couture Pink Cotton Bow Detailed Sleeveless Mini Dress M
Valentino Techno Couture Pink Cotton Bow Detailed Sleeveless Mini Dress M

Valentino Techno Couture Pink Cotton Bow Detailed Sleeveless Mini Dress M

By Valentino

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Meticulously crafted for a flawless fit, this Valentino pink dress offers unparalleled comfort with its premium materials. Its timeless design makes it a versatile choice for any eve...

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2010s Mini Dress

Watanabe, denim jacket, vintage 2002
Watanabe, denim jacket, vintage 2002

Watanabe, denim jacket, vintage 2002

By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons

Located in Milan, IT

Watanabe is considered a "techno couture" designer, creating unusually structured clothes out of modern.

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Early 2000s Italian Jackets

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