Comme des Garçons is one of the world’s most innovative and trailblazing fashion brands, helmed by its inimitable founder, Japanese designer Rei Kawakubo (b. 1942), who has a penchant for breaking fashion and cultural norms. The only living designer apart from Yves Saint Laurent to have a retrospective at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute, Kawakubo has permanently changed fashion with designs that challenge traditional ideas of beauty with a creative and transgressive exuberance.
After studying art and literature at Keio University in Tokyo, Kawakubo worked as a freelance stylist before establishing her own label in 1969. Comme des Garçons — which is also known as CDG — officially launched in 1973, and Kawakubo opened her first store in Tokyo three years later. She has since been instrumental in pioneering many concepts now familiar in contemporary fashion.
One of Kawakubo's most iconic moves was her introduction of androgynous styles (Comme des Garçons means “like the boys” in French) with asymmetrical, twisted silhouettes that envelope the body. While she told the New York Times that the “basics of clothing lie in men’s fashion,” Kawakubo believes in the concept of humanness in clothes (she titled her spring 1995 show “Transcending Gender”).
In the 1970s, when color-blocking was the norm, Kawakubo stuck to her monochromatic color palette dominated by shades of black with uncompromising dedication, although with evocative and powerful use of red and white.
Comme des Garçons is also known for an often shocking take on fashion. Deconstructed tailoring, violently slashed fabric and sculptural shapes are some themes that run through the brand’s collections, but Kawakubo never explains the meaning of her conceptual pieces, which fall somewhere between art and fashion.
Designer Junya Watanabe, who worked alongside Kawakubo for nearly a decade, operates an atelier based within the Tokyo headquarters of Comme des Garçons, and he established a line under Kawakubo's label in the early 1990s. Since then, even though the brand has launched additional lines and more commercial offshoots like PLAY, known by the iconic heart motif with eyes, the premier men’s line Homme Plus and the multilabel Dover Street Market that opened in 2004, the essence of Comme des Garçons remains Kawakubo’s otherworldly and undefinable creations, which are impossible to ignore.
Find vintage Comme des Garçons shirts, jackets, day dresses and other clothing on 1stDibs.
rare COMME DES GARCONS 2009 Runway black patchwork mini skirt
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare COMME DES GARCONS 2009 Runway black grey patchwork multi media deconstructed patchwork mini dress S Reference: TGAS/F01038 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collec...
Comme des garcons Navy Blue and White pin striped Deconstructed Jacket
By Junya Watanabe, Comme des Garçons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Comme des garcons blue, grey and white striped wool jacket. Size: small. 2/4
Comme Des Garcons Navy Dress With Knit Ribbed Top And Crushed Velvet Skirt 1997
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is excited to offer a vintage Comme des Garçons navy dress from 1997–98, a refined example of the brand's exploration of texture, proportion, and understated deconstruct...
rare COMME DES GARCONS Vintage black crushed velvet teardrop crystals skirt M
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare COMME DES GARCONS Vintage black crushed velvet teardrop crystals skirt M Reference: CRTI/A00741 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo As seen on: Six Magazine Material...
COMME DES GARCONS Vintage 1980's black wool cross back cropped jumpsuit S
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS Vintage 1980's black wool cross back cropped jumpsuit S Reference: CRTI/A00506 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1980s Material: Wood, Ble...
Tao Comme Des Garcons 2005 Wool Corset w Gathered Bust
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Mentone, CA
A coveted piece from Comme Des Garçons' 2005 archive, this wool corset merges Victorian restraint with Rococo extravagance. The structured bodice employs gathered fabric at the bust ...
Comme Des Garcons Homme Plus Men Top See Trought T Shirt Size M, AR067 - D07
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Kaunas, LT
Commed Des Garcons Homme Plus AR067 ASH3 men's top in black. Made from 100% polyester. Comparable new Commed Des Garcons Homme Plus tops typically retail for around 200 € to 800 €....
Comme des Garçons Red Velvet Asymmetric Patchwork Skirt
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
1990's Comme des Garçons asymmetric mid length comprised of shades of deep red velvet. Draped front and side panel and a back zipper closure.
Rare 1980s COMME des GARÇONS Dark Blue & White Unisex Wrap by Rei Kawakubo
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo Comme Des Garcons
Located in Richardson, TX
An exceptionally rare archival COMME des GARÇONS wrap from the 1980s, designed by Rei Kawakubo during one of the brand's most influential and experimental decades. Crafted in a deep ...
Comme Des Garçons Asymmetric Dress in Unlined Wool
By Comme des Garçons
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Comme des Garçons - Asymmetrical dress in unlined wool. Marked size S, it fits a 36FR. To note, presence of a small hole in the stitch. Additional information: Condition: Very good ...
COMME DES GARCONS 2014 Disney Silly Symphony blue yellow graphic jersey tshirt S
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS 2014 Disney Silly Symphony blue yellow graphic jersey tshirt S Reference: LNKO/A02715 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 2014 Disney Material: Cotton Color: White, Blue Pattern: Cartoon Closure: Pullover Extra Details: This short-sleeve jersey t-shirt is crafted from premium lightweight white cotton fabrication. Cut in a classic slim-fit silhouette, it features a bold, oversized vintage animated cartoon poster...
Comme des Garcons AD 2013 Vest
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black vest from Comme des Garcons. It is comprised of vertical and horizontal bands which attach to a small 8" panel with a fly front and hook closure, hip pockets, a back...
2006 COMME DES GARCONS black ruched jacket
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very dramatic asymmetrical black jacket with ruching designed by Rei Kawakubo for Comme Des Garcons. Similar pieces were seen on the spring 2006 runway. Labeled a size 'M'. Measurem...
vintage Runway COMME DES GARCONS tweed velvet jacquard deconstructed blazer S
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage Runway COMME DES GARCONS tweed velvet jacquard deconstructed blazer S Reference: CRTI/A00527 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 2001 - Runway Materia...
Comme des Garcons White Button Up Blouse Top/ Shirt with Cream Wool Knit Sleeves
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Sparks, NV
Avant garde white sheer button up blouse with cream wool knit sleeves by Comme des Garcons. Unlined with front button closure. Front patch pocket. Sleeves are 100% wool and the body...
rare COMME DES GARCONS 2009 Runway brown ethnic wool cashmere blanket cocoon M
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare COMME DES GARCONS 2009 Runway brown ethnic wool cashmere blanket cocoon M Reference: CRTI/A00686 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 2009 - Runway Materi...
Comme Des Garçons Grey Neoprene Rubber Sculptural Jacket 2005
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to offer a vintage Comme des Garçons grey neoprene sculptural jacket featuring a round collar, cropped sleeves, visible zigzag stitching, and leather...
rare COMME DES GARCONS Vintage 1980's Dinosaur jagged cut out draped coat M
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare COMME DES GARCONS Vintage 1980's Dinosaur jagged cut out draped coat M Reference: CRTI/A00697 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1980s - Runway Materia...
Comme des Garçons Early 2010's Black Hooded Oversized Cape
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Milano, IT
- Designed by Rei Kawakubo - Sold by Skof.Archive - Black hooded oversized cape - Asymmetrical hemline - Functional side pockets - Relaxed fit - Excellent Condition - Made in China -...
COMME DES GARCONS 2007 Runway black satin sheer patchwork tulle belted vest S
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS 2007 Runway black satin sheer patchwork tulle belted vest S Reference: TGAS/F00087 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: SS 2007 - Runway Mate...
runway COMME DES GARCONS 1997 Lumps Bumps black circle cut asymmetric dress S
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
runway COMME DES GARCONS 1997 Lumps Bumps black circle cut asymmetric dress S Reference: ANSN/A00007 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: Spring Summer 1997 - ...
Comme des Garcons Pants AD 2001
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Water Mill, NY
Fabulous black wool pants from the Comme des Garcons CDG AD 2001 Collection. They are mid rise with a 2" 2 button waistband, front zipper, 2 front hip pockets and 2 back welt pocket...
Comme Des Garcons Kawakubo Hand Cut Overdyed Appliques Knit Pullover Top SS 2000
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo Comme Des Garcons
Located in Chicago, IL
From the Spring/Summer 2000 collection that Rei Kawakubo described as "beautiful chaos", this purple-overdyed grey stretch knit short-sleeve pullover top, which is perceived as diffe...
COMME DES GARCINS 1988 Runway Vintage cream black lattice lace flared skirt S
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCINS 1988 Runway Vintage cream black lattice lace flared skirt S Reference: CRTI/A00645 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1988 - Runway Materia...
rare COMME DES GARCONS 2019 Runway black shredded silk fringe multi sleeves top
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare COMME DES GARCONS 2019 Runway black silk shredded silk fringe velvet multi sleeves crop top S Reference: TGAS/G00082 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: ...
COMME DES GARCONS Homme Plus 2018 PU cowhide leather pleated kilt skirt S
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo Comme Des Garcons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS Homme Plus 2018 white PU cowhide leather trimmed pleated kilt skirt S Reference: CYTY/A00001 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: Homme Plus ...
Comme des Garçons Black Sequin Embellished Long Sleeve Top
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Comme des Garçons black wool knit top with long flared ruffle and sequin embellished sleeves and sequin detailing around collar. Fitted silhouette circa 2007. New with Tags.
S/S 2001 COMME des GARÇONS Homme Vintage Neon Pink Unlined Blazer Jacket
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Sheffield, GB
Spring 2001 COMME des GARÇONS Homme Plus blazer jacket in Highlighter Pink. Featuring buttons down the centre, oversized hip pockets, long sleeves that sit mid palm and contrast whit...
COMME DES GARCONS 1993 Vintage black voluminous shrug Cindy Sherman
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS 1993 Vintage black voluminous shrug Cindy Sherman Reference: CRTI/A00714 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1993 - Runway As seen on: Cindy...
Comme des Garcons Ruched Silk Jacket AD 2000
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful ruched eggplant purple silk jacket, shirt from the Comme des Garcons, CDG AD 2000 collection. It has short sleeves, a convertible lapel collar that can be buttoned close...
Comme Des Garcons Brown Plaid Dress
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Comme des Garcons sleeveless dress made out of various brown plaids that are pieced together in a patchwork style on the front dress panel. Circa 1...
Comme des Garcons Parachute Skirt AD 1990
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous brown parachute skirt from Comme des Garcons, CDG AD 1990 collection. The skirt is full comprised of draped, asymmetric, overlapping layers ...
Comme des Garcons AD 2001 Overskirt
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great black overskirt from Comme des Garcons, CDG. It consists of an open front skirt with a stretch waistband. Fits sizes Small, Medium. Marked Ja...
Rare Comme Des Garçons Peplum Jacket AD 1986
By Comme des Garçons
Located in New York, NY
Very Rare Comme Des Garçons structured peplum jacket . Excellent condition. Size S. Same as seen at CDG add Made in Japan. FINAL SALE
2001 COMME DES GARCONS floral velvet jacket with ruffled collar
By Comme des Garçons
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Beautiful floral velvet jacket with ruffled neckline designed by Rei Kawakubo for Comme Des Garcons dating to fall of 2001. This listing is for th...
COMME DES GARCONS Vintage 1980s acetate knit angular draped handkerchief dress M
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS Vintage 1980s acetate knit angular draped handkerchief dress M Reference: CRTI/A00572 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1980s Material: Ac...
Vintage 2000's Comme des Garçons Grey Ruffles Cardigan
By Comme des Garçons
Located in London, GB
Vintage 2000's Comme Des Garçons grey cardigan. This grey cotton cardigan features a sculptural asymmetric ruffle running through the centre front. Raw-edge detailing at the collar, ...
COMME DES GARCONS 2009 black sheer velvet patchwork bumps raw sleeveless vest M
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS 2009 black sheer velvet patchwork bumps raw sleeveless vest M Reference: CRTI/A00472 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 2009 Material: Cott...
COMME DES GARCONS wool navy grey deconstructed hybrid biker cropped cardigan S
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS wool navy grey deconstructed hybrid biker cropped cardigan S Reference: CAWG/A00268 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Material: Wool Color: Navy, Grey...
rare COMME DES GARCONS 2019 Runway textured knots deconstructed cut out coat S
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare COMME DES GARCONS 2019 Runway black textured 3D multi knots deconstructed cut out coat S Reference: TGAS/G00057 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: Sprin...
rare COMME DES GARCONS 2009 Runway nude deconstructed inside out tulle jacket XS
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare COMME DES GARCONS 2009 Runway nude deconstructed inside out tulle jacket XS Reference: CRTI/A00743 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 2009 - Runway Mate...
Comme des Garcons Jacket with Straps AD 2002
By Junya Watanabe, Comme des Garçons
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible blue grey jacket with dark blue pinstripes by Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons, CDG. It has a lapel collar, front patch pockets and is covered in an amazing array of grey adjustable straps some removeable, silver rings and black clasp...
Comme des Garcons red knitted sweater with rose appliqués, c. 2014
By Comme des Garçons
Located in London, GB
Presenting a striking Comme des Garçons red knitted sweater adorned with large knit appliques resembling roses, a standout piece from the 2014 collection. This sweater showcases the ...
vintage COMME DES GARCONS 1990 black pleated fan ruffle sheer top S
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage COMME DES GARCONS 1990 black pleated fan ruffle sheer top S Reference: CRTI/A00421 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1990 Material: Nylon Color: Bla...
Comme des Garçons, gray wool asymmetric coat
By Comme des Garçons
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Comme des Garçons, gray wool asymmetric coat with safety pin. The item is new - unworn.
Tao Comme des Garcons F/W 2007 Cable Knit Asymmetric Dress
By TAO Comme Des Garçons, Comme des Garçons
Located in Paris, FR
Cable knit asymmetric dress by Tao Comme des Garcons crafted in cream wool featuring an intricate cable knit bodice with sculptural construction. The fitted sleeveless top showcases ...
rare COMME DES GARCONS Robe De Chambre Vintage 1997 Lumps Bumps blue dress
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare COMME DES GARCONS Robe De Chambre Vintage 1997 Lumps Bumps blue dress Reference: CRTI/A00705 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakub...
Rare Comme Des Garcons Runway 2019 Dress Artwork By baanai NEW S
By Comme des Garçons
Located in New York, NY
Comme Des Garcons Runway 2018 Dress Artwork By baanai Size S Chains NOT INCLUDED .Only dress is for sale Made in Japan Dress print is labeled as Artw...
A/W 2023 COMME des GARÇONS Full Length Wool & PVC Black Bomber Trench Coat
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Spectacular Autumn/Winter 2023 COMME des GARÇONS Full length Varsity jacket. Featuring a Wool body, with button down the centre closure, faux leather sleeves and iconic printed Log...
runway COMME DES GARCONS 1998 burgundy grey wool corset vest bundled blazer M
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
runway COMME DES GARCONS 1998 burgundy grey wool corset vest bundled blazer M Reference: CRTI/A00348 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1998 - Runway Materia...
vintage COMME DES GARCONS 1980's mock neck asymmetric peplum midi dress M
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage COMME DES GARCONS 1980's mock neck asymmetric peplum midi dress M Reference: CRTI/A00603 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1980s Color: Black Patter...
COMME DES GARCONS Vintage 1980s black wool wide ruffle collar circle poncho cape
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS Vintage 1980s black wool wide ruffle collar circle poncho cape Reference: CRTI/A00549 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1980s Material: Wo...
COMME DES GARCONS 2008 Runway Bad Taste ruffle cut out deconstructed blazer S
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS 2008 Runway Bad Taste ruffle cut out deconstructed blazer S Reference: TGAS/B02214 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: Fall Winter 2008 Bad ...
COMME DES GARCONS 2020 inside out red floral brocade trapeze wide lapels coat XS
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS 2020 inside out red floral brocade single button trapeze wide lapels coat XS Reference: TGAS/G00058 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: Spri...
1997 COMME DES GARCONS navy wool 3 piece RUNWAY ensemble with sheer panels
By Comme des Garçons
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rare three-piece set from Comme des Garçons Fall 1997 Ready-to-Wear collection, which is remembered for Rei Kawakubo’s bold exploration of transparency, layering, and deconstructed t...
Comme des Garcons Coveted 2011 Hybrid Vintage Scarf Dress
By Comme des Garçons, Issey Miyake
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rei Kawakubo's "Hybrid Fashion" collection of F/W 2011 features asymmetric ruched, twisted and draped dresses on a background, showcasing a colorful display of multiple vintage silk scarves. Rei has incorporated her longtime personal collection of scarves into this unique, vintage scarf dress...
Comme Des Garcons Runway Tied Distressed DrawstringAnkle Balloon Pants SS 2003
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo Comme Des Garcons
Located in Chicago, IL
These deconstructed black balloon pants by Comme des Garcons founder Rei Kawakubo premiered on the Paris Fashion Week runway for her Spring/Summer 2003 collection. Featuring unique c...
Runway COMME DES GARCONS 2004 black sheer mesh jewel embellishment ruffle vest S
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
Runway COMME DES GARCONS 2004 black sheer mesh jewel embellishment ruffle vest S Reference: CRTI/A00475 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 2004 - Runway Mate...
COMME DES GARCONS 2012 Runway 2D Flat Packed Paper Dolls floral checkered coat S
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS 2012 Runway 2D Flat Packed Paper Dolls floral checkered coat S Reference: TGAS/F01039 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 2012 - Runway Mate...
Comme Des Garcons Rei Kawakubo Asymmetric Lumps Light Wool Fitted Blouse 1994
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo Comme Des Garcons
Located in Chicago, IL
With a unique hand-folded, gathered and top-stitched square neckline with triangular "lumps", this asymmetrical lightweight-wool long-sleeve pullover loose-fitting blouse was designe...