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Source: A compendium of beautiful objects inspired by Japanese designers

This week, a tribute to Kenzo Takada who put Japanese creators on the global map. Takada succumbed to covid-19 recently

Bao Bao Multicolour Reflection Tote by Issey Miyake
Bao Bao Multicolour Reflection Tote by Issey Miyake

REFLECT THE LIGHT

Bao Bao Multicolour Reflection Tote by Issey Miyake

Featuring the designer’s iconic 3D geometric design, this tote is crafted in iridescent polyester. Available at Darveys.com; 165,950

Jacquard Jumper and Midi Skirt by Kenzo
Jacquard Jumper and Midi Skirt by Kenzo

ABSTRACT ANIMALIA

Jacquard Jumper and Midi Skirt by Kenzo

The fashion house has reinterpreted its striking animal prints in a glitchy, abstract manner, combining it with the jacquard pattern in a comfortable knit set. Available at Farfetch.com; $550 (around 40,000) each for the jumper and skirt

+ Futura Panelled Shirt by Comme des Garçons SHIRT
+ Futura Panelled Shirt by Comme des Garçons SHIRT

A TRIPPY RIDE

+ Futura Panelled Shirt by Comme des Garçons SHIRT

From the diffusion line of Rei Kawakubo’s brand comes this limited-edition cotton-poplin shirt, with a print by graffiti artist Futura. Available at MrPorter.com; £378 (around 35,800)

Asymmetric Jacket by SACAI
Asymmetric Jacket by SACAI

TWO-IN-ONE

Asymmetric Jacket by SACAI

Designer Chitose Abe is known to experiment with fabrics to craft unique silhouettes, like this abstract leopard print jacket draped unconventionally. Available at LeMillIndia.com; 95,900

Leather Hat by Junya Watanabe X Béton Ciré
Leather Hat by Junya Watanabe X Béton Ciré

BOWLED OVER

Leather Hat by Junya Watanabe X Béton Ciré

Putting his technical skills to excellent use, the designer collaborated with the French hat brand to reimagine its beautifully stitched, crinkled leather beanie. Available at MatchesFashion.com; £179

Microchecked wool pants by Undercover
Microchecked wool pants by Undercover

CHECKERED IN

Microchecked wool pants by Undercover

Jun Takahashi’s menswear label combines traditional elements with streetwear styles, like these pure wool checkered trousers with drawstrings. Available at MyTheresa.com; €585 (around 50,400)

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