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Yohji Yamamoto

Japanese, b. 1943

The avant-garde Japanese fashion designer Yohji Yamamoto has said, “dirty is good.” These three words capture the eccentric designer’s love of a dark and disheveled — yet dapper — look. A master tailor with a distinctive style, he creates everything from coats and jackets to day dresses and evening gowns.

Yamamoto was born to a World War II widow in 1943. By the time he was 26, he had a law degree from Keio University and a fashion degree from Bunka Fashion College. In 1969, he won two Japanese fashion awards — the Endo Award and the Soen Award — which included a round-trip ticket to Paris. 

It was in the French capital that Yamamoto realized the fashion world was changing. A casual aesthetic was replacing formal and classical sensibilities. He soon set up his first label — Y’s — and embarked upon designing heavy-duty sportswear.

Yamamoto launched women’s collections in 1977 in Tokyo, in 1981 in Paris and in 1982 in New York. Their pieces loosened the traditional female clothing silhouette in favor of shapes more typical of menswear: simple cuts, minimal details and generous proportions. In 1983, the New York Times wrote, “Yohji Yamamoto may stand barely five feet tall, but his effect on world fashion in the last two years has been enormous.”

In 1984, he made his first foray into men’s fashion under the Yohji Yamamoto label. In 1994, he was awarded the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French Minister of Culture and, in 2002, he became the creative director of Adidas’s Y-3.

Yamamoto’s fashion has been the subject of exhibitions around the world, including “May I help you” in 2002 at the Maison Européenne de la Photographie in Paris, “Correspondences” in 2005 at the Gallery of Modern Art in Florence, Italy, and “Painting and Weaving Opportunity” in 2017 at Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery. In 2017, he received the DFA Lifetime Achievement Award.

On 1stDibs, find vintage Yohji Yamamoto clothing, accessories, handbags and more.

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Designer: Yohji Yamamoto
YOHJI YAMAMOTO stone grey cream striped rayon linen double breasted blazer M
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YOHJI YAMAMOTO stone grey cream striped rayon linen double breasted blazer M Reference: PRWU/A00021 Brand: Yohji Yamamoto Material: Rayon, Linen Color: Stone, Cream Pattern: Striped...
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2010s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

Yohji Yamamoto Black Silk Jersey Multi-Pattern Scarf
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in New York, NY
Yohji Yamamoto wonderfully detailed black silk jersey multi-patterned scarf measures 32" x 32".
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1990s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

Yohji Yamamoto Homme Black Wool Jersey Panel & Cotton Button Jacket
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in New York, NY
Yohji Yamamoto homme men's black bottom-front jacket is detailed with black micro-ribbed merino wool panel on the sides as well as on the b...
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1990s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

Yoshi Yamamoto Men's Pour Homme Dark Navy Button Front Sweater
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in New York, NY
Yoshi Yamamoto men's pour homme dark navy three-button front sweater is accented with two front patch pockets. The shoulders measures 21", the front lengt...
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1980s Italian Yohji Yamamoto

YOHJI YAMAMOTO black 100% wool double collar deconstructed blazer S
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YOHJI YAMAMOTO black 100% wool double collar deconstructed blazer S Reference: PRWU/A00037 Brand: Yohji Yamamoto Material: Wool Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Button Lining: Bl...
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2010s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

Yoshi Yamamoto Lace-Up Shoes
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in New York, NY
Yoshi Yamamoto Black Calfskin lace-up shoes are styled with a wedge heel. Heel measures 1 3/4". Detailed top-stitching makes this a Must-Have!
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1990s French Yohji Yamamoto

YOHJI YAMAMOTO Homme Plus grey checked slashed pocket blazer jacket JP2 M
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YOHJI YAMAMOTO Homme Plus grey checked slashed pocket blazer jacket JP2 M Reference: TGAS/E00375 Brand: Yohji Yamamoto Collection: Homme Plus Material: Rayon Color: Grey Pattern: Che...
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2010s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

YOHJI YAMAMOTO Y's blue wool cotton blend minimal zip bomber jacket
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YOHJI YAMAMOTO Y's blue wool cotton blend minimal zip bomber jacket Reference: PRWU/A00045 Brand: Yohji Yamamoto Collection: Y's Material: Wool, Cott...
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2010s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

YOHJI YAMAMOTO Costume D'Homme beige linen blend jersey blazer JP3 L
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YOHJI YAMAMOTO Costume D'Homme beige linen blend jersey blazer JP3 L Reference: PRCG/A00032 Brand: Yohji Yamamoto Collection: Costume D'homme Material: L...
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2010s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

YOHJI YAMAMOTO Size S Black Cotton Notch Lapel Coat
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in San Francisco, CA
YOHJI YAMAMOTO coat in a black cotton fabric featuring removable brown and purple ramie blend lining, single breasted style, and button closure. Made in Japan.Very Good Pre-Owned Con...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yohji Yamamoto

1990S YOHJI YAMAMOTO Black & Grey Georgette Dress
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in New York, NY
1990S YOHJI YAMAMOTO Black & Grey Georgette Dress
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1990s Yohji Yamamoto

Yoshji Yamamoto Men's Black "Runway" Wool Gabardine Jacket
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in New York, NY
Yoshji Yamamoto men's black wool gabardine jacket from the "runway" is fully lined with black cotton as well as three interior set-in pockets. T...
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1980s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

YOHJI YAMAMOTO Size L Black Cotton Long Sleeve T-shirt
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in San Francisco, CA
YOHJI YAMAMOTO t-shirt in a black cotton jersey featuring a long sleeve style, and crew neck. Made in Japan.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: JP 3 Measurements: Shoulde...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yohji Yamamoto

Yohji Yamamoto Men's Black & Red Wool Zipper Front Jacket with Pockets
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in New York, NY
Yohji Yamamoto black & red wool knit men's zipper front jacket features a two-way zipper with two tabs for the option of opening either from the top or at the bottom. The fro...
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1980s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

YOHJI YAMAMOTO Y'S abstract checked patchwork printed draped shirt dress JP1 S
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YOHJI YAMAMOTO Y'S abstract checked patchwork printed draped shirt dress JP1 S Reference: TGAS/C02020 Brand: Yohji Yamamoto Collection: Y'S Material: Feels like silk Color: Beige, Bl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yohji Yamamoto

YOHJI YAMAMOTO 2015 Runway white Madam Gres inspired knife pleat shirt JP3 L
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YOHJI YAMAMOTO 2015 Runway white Madam Gres inspired knife pleat shirt JP3 L Reference: CRTI/A00576 Brand: Yohji Yamamoto Designer: Yohji Yamamoto ...
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2010s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

YOHJI YAMAMOTO Bleached grey brown gradient check print blazer JP2 M
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YOHJI YAMAMOTO Bleached grey brown gradient check print blazer JP2 M Reference: PRWU/A00033 Brand: Yohji Yamamoto Material: Wool, Blend Color: Grey, Brown Pattern: Checkered Closure:...
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2010s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

YOHJI YAMAMOTO Vintage black wool blend belted long line winter coat JP3 L
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YOHJI YAMAMOTO Vintage black wool blend belted long line winter coat JP3 L Reference: PRWU/A00005 Brand: Yohji Yamamoto Collection: POUR HOMME Material: Wool, Blend Color: Black Patt...
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2010s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

YOHJI YAMAMOTO Y's black wool cotton twill flap pocket blazer JP3 L
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YOHJI YAMAMOTO Y's black wool cotton twill flap pocket blazer JP3 L Reference: PRWU/A00015 Brand: Yohji Yamamoto Collection: Y's Material: Wood, Cotton Color: Black Pattern: Solid Cl...
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2010s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

1980S YOHJI YAMAMOTO Black Wool Twill High-Low Tail Coat With Fringe
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in New York, NY
1980S YOHJI YAMAMOTO Black Wool Twill High-Low Tail Coat With Fringe
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1980s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

1980S YOHJI YAMAMOTO Black Silk Sexy Backless Halter Jumpsuit
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in New York, NY
1980S YOHJI YAMAMOTO Black Silk Sexy Backless Halter Jumpsuit
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1980s Yohji Yamamoto

Yohji Yamamoto Black and Beige Maxi Dress, Size 3
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: The dress features black color with beige trimming, sleeves, crew neck line and asymmetrical skirt design. Made in Japan.
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Late 20th Century Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

YOHJI YAMAMOTO stone grey wooly pocketed zip up boxy coat M
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YOHJI YAMAMOTO stone grey wooly pocketed zip up boxy coat M Reference: PRWU/A00009 Brand: Yohji Yamamoto Material: Feels like wool Color: Stone Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Made in: J...
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2010s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

1990s Yohji Yamamoto Unisex Wool Jacket
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1990s Yohji Yamamoto unisex jacket. Red, black, yellow, green and white abstract wool pattern. padded collar and yoke. Thin horizontal red and green stripe...
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1990s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

Yohji Yamamoto Grey Paper Bag Jumpsuit With Adjustable Straps
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a vintage Yohji Yamamoto Jumpsuit featuring crossed adjustable straps, back pockets, and pleats at the ...
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Early 2000s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

YOHJI YAMAMOTO black wool blend button embellished raw edge pants JP2 M
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YOHJI YAMAMOTO black wool blend button embellished raw edge pants JP2 M Reference: PRCG/A00058 Brand: Yohji Yamamoto Material: Wool, Blend Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Button...
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2010s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

Yohji Yamamoto Y’s Men Jumper Turtleneck Top Size 3 - Medium
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Kaunas, LT
Check my other listings. Have many more designer clothes for sale. Open to any offers. Item for sale is 100% genuine Yohji Yamamoto Y’s Turtleneck, SE5 Color: white (An actual color ...
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Early 2000s European Yohji Yamamoto

Y's by Yohji Yamamoto Black Velvet Long Sleeves Turtleneck Top
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Y's by Yohji Yamamoto black velvet long sleeves turtleneck top. - Made in Japan. - Size 3. - 90% Polyester, 10% Polyurethane.
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1990s Japanese Yohji Yamamoto

Yohji Yamamoto fashion for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Yohji Yamamoto fashion available on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing our collection of unique vintage and designer fashion to elevate your daily look or to introduce new colors to the dazzling formal wear in your wardrobe, this designer’s body of work includes elements of purple, red, blue and other tones. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Junya Watanabe, Rei Kawakubo, and Comme des Garçons appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Yohji Yamamoto fashion from top boutiques around the world. Yohji Yamamoto fashion prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $120 and tops out at $16,052, while the average work can sell for $817.
Questions About Yohji Yamamoto
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify Yohji Yamamoto, look for the designer's label on the necks of dresses and tops and the waists of bottoms. You can find images of the various labels used by the luxury maker online. To learn more about your piece, locate the series of numbers at the top of its wash tag. The first characters represent the collection of apparel, with “M” representing Y's, “H” standing for Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme and “F” denoting Yohji Yamamoto Women’s pieces. The next set of digits contains a letter code that tells you the seasons from which the garment originated. For example, an “H” usually means the Spring/Summer 2019 collection. You can find a full listing of these codes in online databases. Explore a variety of Yohji Yamamoto apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese fashion designer Yohji Yamamoto has two very well-known brands. The first is his eponymous brand, Yohji Yamamoto, and the other brand is Y’s. In addition to his two main brands, Yamamoto’s other lines are Pour Homme, Costume d’Homme and Regulation Yohji Yamamoto. His style is often referred to as modern luxury streetwear. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Yamamoto clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Yohji Yamamoto's style is avant-garde. The legendary Japanese designer once stated, "Dirty is good." These three words capture the eccentric designer's love of a dark and disheveled, yet dapper, look. A master tailor with a distinctive style, he creates everything from coats and jackets to day dresses and evening gowns. Shop an assortment of Yohji Yamamoto apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025
    What made Yohji Yamamoto famous was his skill as a tailor and the look of his dark and disheveled, yet dapper, fashions. Yamamoto launched women’s collections in Tokyo in 1977, in Paris in 1981 and in New York in 1982. These pieces loosened the traditional female clothing silhouette in favor of shapes more typical of menswear: simple cuts, minimal details and generous proportions. In 1983, the New York Times wrote, “Yohji Yamamoto may stand barely five feet tall, but his effect on world fashion in the last two years has been enormous.” In 1984, he made his first foray into men’s fashion under the Yohji Yamamoto label. In 1994, he was awarded the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French Minister of Culture, and in 2002, he became the creative director of Adidas’s Y-3. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Yohji Yamamoto apparel and accessories.

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