Flowers And Vases Are The Muse For Homme Plissé Issey Miyake Spring/Summer ‘23
There’s a delicate symbiosis between a fresh bouquet of flowers and the ornamental vases that house them. The supportive container takes on the role of protector in this unique yin and yang relationship, allowing the delicate beauty of the blossomed buds to radiate fluidly from their solid base.
Taking direct inspiration from this nuanced bond, Homme Plissé Issey Miyake explores the contrast between the two everyday household objects, highlighting the natural pairing for its Spring/Summer ‘23 collection aptly named “Flowers and Vases.”
Featuring curved and straight folds in the signature uniformly pleated fabrics, Homme Plissé expands on this unique interconnectedness, crafting silhouettes that introduce a subtle yet strong presence, mirroring the relationship between the flower and the vase.
Staying true to the theme, the latest Spring/Summer line includes the imaginative Monthly Color June series which features lively color schemes on tunics and polos, emblematic of a plant freely flowing in the air. The accompanying Flip series is fashioned with utilitarian pockets that can be fastened upside down, reflecting a small flower bud as it begins to bloom.
Other looks from the collection include the Stem pants series, which takes inspiration from a node branching from its base. These garments have diagonal folds and adjustable buttons for a wider silhouette, creating an almost organic and natural flow on the body. Rounding out the newest line from the classic Japanese brand is the Cotton Bolls print series which showcases free-form motifs that nod to the natural appearance of cotton plants.
First debuted in June 2022 at the La Poste du Louvre during Paris Fashion Week, this dynamic collection expresses a balanced duality in its detailed design and artful finishes. Accompanied by a performance from the Parisian acrobatics collective Compagnie XY, Homme Plissé’s Spring/Summer ‘23 line offers a distinct feeling through gentle lines and configurations, tapping into the subtle harmony found when further examining the relation between flowers and vases.
Shop the collection at us-store.isseymiyake.com.
