Yohji Yamamoto

The Japanese wave through fashion is definitely prominent on the fashion scene in London these days. What with the fashion week bonanza's at an end fashion exhibitions are the current fashion fix and the V&A are the top suppliers giving us a buzz of Yamamoto! This eagerly anticipated exhibition hit the scene on the 12th March and I was right there to experience it for myself. This retrospective of Yamamotos' geniusness showcased 80 pieces from womenswear and menswear collections. Though the setting was a little 'off' (the rushed looking figure sketching on the wall seemed to put a downer on the room), the layout was a little more interestingly separated by scaffolding adding emphasis to the structure of the garments on show. The garments displayed where well chosen and inspiring, each giving us a different side of Yamamoto's creative flair yet each one representing true Japanese craftsmanship and attention to detail. This beauty was bought to life through the videos and photography presented on the edges of the room. Original look books where a true representation of how a great team of creatives can produce the most beautifully fashion pieces. With collaborations with photographers such as Paulo Raes, Max Vadukel and Nick Knight and creative director Marc Ascoli this exhibition is truly inspiring and a definite must see!