Rei Kawakubo
Rei Kawakubo is a pioneering Japanese fashion designer and the founder of the avant-garde label Comme des Garçons, known for her unconventional and deconstructed approach to fashion. Since the 1980s, she has challenged traditional aesthetics with her innovative designs that often feature asymmetry and unexpected shapes. Kawakubo's work transcends mere clothing, exploring themes of identity and individuality, making her a key figure in the fashion industry and an influential voice in contemporary art.
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Rei Kawakubo, a prominent designer, presented a sculptural collection that conceptually engages with the chador during the women's protests in Iran.
משמעות הלבוש של נשים איראניות
Israel· 2026-03-07
Rei Kawakubo's work with Comme des garçons in 1982 challenged traditional notions of beauty.
Quarante ans de mode à travers 100 défilés marquants
France· 2025-12-12
Rei Kawakubo is featured in a joint exhibition with Vivienne Westwood at the National Gallery of Victoria.
NGV exhibition to feature Indigo Stuart designs
Australia· 2025-12-04
Rei Kawakubo is pairing with British designer Vivienne Westwood for the next blockbuster at the National Gallery of Victoria.
Art Gallery of NSW prepares for summer blockbuster exhibitionAustralia· 2025-12-02
Rei Kawakubo is the founder of Comme des Garçons and is celebrated for her bold and innovative approach to fashion.
two women who changed the world, one fashionable shockwave at a timeAustralia· 2025-11-28
Melvin Tanaya respects the stylings of designer Rei Kawakubo.
Melvin Tanaya on his "Superstar" sneaker collaborationAustralia· 2025-11-02
Rei Kawakubo is known for her unique leather jackets and avant-garde style.
Wie Designer sich selbst anziehen – von casual bis chic
Switzerland· 2025-10-26
The red and white gingham dress designed by Japanese designer Rei Kawakubo is highlighted as something that even money can’t buy.
$30,000 for a dress? That’s nothing for some vintage fashion fansAustralia· 2025-10-21
Rei Kawakubo, founder of Comme des Garçons, transforms clothing into sculpture.
Le nœud, une boucle intemporelleFrance· 2025-10-16
Rei Kawakubo is mentioned as the creator of the brand Comme des Garçons, representing originality in fashion.
Est-ce bien raisonnable de… s’habiller tout en noir ?France· 2025-10-05
A part of Rei Kawakubo's collection will be revealed at the Piasa auction house in Paris.
Quatre expositions autour de la mode : « Marie Antoinette Style », « The Antwerp Six », Rei Kawakubo…France· 2025-09-13
Rei Kawakubo is a fashion designer featured in the collaborations with Louis Vuitton.
CultureFrance· 2025-08-11
Rei Kawakubo flipped the material capabilities of wigs with solid plastic ‘dos at the Comme des Garçons show.
Lisa Rinna makes the case for party wigs at fashion week
United States· 2025-07-10
Rei Kawakubo is a subversive fashion designer who founded the brand Comme des Garçons.
Abertura de loja da Comme des Garçons no Brasil mostra como a grife de Rei Kawakubo se mantém relevante em meio à crise no luxo
Brazil· 2025-07-08
Comme des Garçons founder Rei Kawakubo, 82, is collaborating with Vivienne Westwood for the exhibition.
Vivienne Westwood, and Comme des Garçons founder Rei Kawakubo form unlikely collaboration for upcoming exhibitionAustralia· 2025-07-01
Dover Street Market is a retail concept conceived by celebrated fashion designer Rei Kawakubo.
Jet: The forgotten gemstone that reigned during the Victorian era comes back into focusUnited States· 2025-05-26
Rei Kawakubo believes that pearls look good on women but even better on men.
Was sie über Umwelt und Luxus verratenSwitzerland· 2025-05-04
Rei Kawakubo is the founder of the luxury fashion brand Comme des Garcons, which endorsed Róisín Pierce's work.
Designer pushes boundaries of her craft in breathtaking ensembles – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-03-07
Rei Kawakubo is known for her deconstructed silhouettes in radical fashion during the 1980s.
Najjači utisci sa Prada revije u Milanu
Serbia· 2025-03-01
Rei Kawakubo is the founder of Comme des Garçons and the visionary behind the iconic Dover Street Market stores.
Comme Des Garçons abre em junho no Shopping Iguatemi sua primeira loja no Brasil
Liechtenstein· 2025-02-21
Rei Kawakubo is the founder of the fashion brand Comme des Garçons and is known for her innovative designs.
Schwarz sind alle meine Kleider. Warum ist die Farbe in der Mode so beliebt?Switzerland· 2025-02-16
Rei Kawakubo is the stylist and founder of the brand Comme des garçons.
Odeur de pressing, effluves de garage… les parfums anticonformistes de Comme des garçonsFrance· 2025-02-08
