A pictorial tribute to Japanese designer Issey Miyake (1938-2022)
Miyake, whose name was associated with Japan's economic and fashion prowess, passed away on August 5 of liver cancer leaving behind a rich legacy.
August 9, 2022 16:47 IST
1 / 7Japanese designer Issey Miyake passed away at 84 from liver cancer. He was known for his technology-driven clothing designs, exhibitions and fragrances. (Source: REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon/File Photo)
2 / 7He wanted to become either an athlete or a dancer before he changed his direction and became a designer. (Source: REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon/File Photo)
3 / 7Miyake was born in Hiroshima. He learnt graphic designing at Tokyo Art University, after which, he went to Paris to learn clothing designing. (Source: Kyodo News via AP)
4 / 7Models present creations by Japanese designer Yoshiyuki Miyamae as part of his Fall/Winter 2019-2020 women's ready-to-wear collection show for fashion house Issey Miyake during Paris Fashion Week. (Source: REUTERS/Stephane Mahe/File Photo)
5 / 7The Japanese designer was known for his pleated style of clothing that never had wrinkles, along with his signature black turtleneck for friend and Apple Inc founder Steve Jobs. (Source: REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon (JAPAN)/File Photo)
6 / 7The Autumn Winter couture collection 2022/2023 from brand Issey Miyake. (Source: Issey Miyake/ Instagram)
7 / 7The revered designer leaves behind an inimitable and rich legacy. Among his many other awards and accolades, he was also felicitated with Kyoto prize in 2006. (Source: Kyodo News via AP)
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