Issey Miyake – Japanese textile innovation at the service of movement and design

Issey Miyake (1938–2022) remains one of the most visionary Japanese designers of contemporary fashion. Having founded his house in Tokyo in 1970, he established himself in Paris as a pioneer of the Japanese avant-garde thanks to his unique approach: combining Made in Japan textile research with freedom of movement.
Known for his famous Issey Miyake pleats and iconic collections made in Japan, he transformed fashion into a laboratory of innovation. His designs combine comfort, timeless aesthetics, and high-tech textiles, making Miyake a pillar of international Japanese fashion.

Issey Miyake's main lines:

Issey Miyake (1970)
The main line. Shown in Paris since the 1970s, it embodies the designer's avant-garde Japanese vision. Innovative draping, technical fabrics, and manufacturing in Japan: pieces that have become archives sought after by collectors.

Pleats Please Issey Miyake (1993)
An iconic line of contemporary Japanese fashion. The famous permanent pleats, wrinkle-free and lightweight, define a practical and sophisticated style. These instantly recognizable Made in Japan pieces are must-haves for vintage and second-hand goods.

Issey Miyake Pleated Man (2013)
A masculine take on pleated fabrics. Combining comfort, textile innovation, and Japanese design, this line has won over a new generation. Highly sought-after in the high-end streetwear archive market, it illustrates the global success of Miyake's legacy.

Bao Bao Issey Miyake (2000)
Famous for its modular geometric bags. A cult Japanese design, combining functionality with futuristic aesthetics. Made in Japan, these accessories have become collector's items.

A-POC – A Piece of Cloth (1997)
Issey Miyake's revolutionary project: designing a garment directly from the fabric using technology. A symbol of Japanese textile research, A-POC remains a major milestone in the history of fashion.

Issey Miyake Men (1976–2020)
The historic men's line. Deconstructed tailoring, technical materials, and a fluid silhouette. Although discontinued in 2020, it remains a popular segment for lovers of vintage Japanese fashion.