Issey Miyake (Taschen 45th Edition) - Issey Miyake, Midori Kitamura

Issey Miyake (TASCHEN 45th Edition) is the most comprehensive publication ever produced on the work of Issey Miyake, edited and conceived by Midori Kitamura and published by TASCHEN.

Spanning more than six decades, from 1960 to 2022, this monumental volume charts Miyake’s relentless drive to “break the mold” and redefine clothing itself. Blending poetry with practicality, his designs dissolve boundaries between tradition and technology, art and function, innovation and everyday life.

Drawing on nearly fifty years of close collaboration with Miyake, Kitamura presents an encyclopedic exploration of his material and technical innovations—from early experimental works to iconic concepts such as A Piece of Cloth, the Body Series of the 1980s, the legendary Pleats Please line, and designs that transformed daily wear into wearable architecture.

Lavishly illustrated with striking photography, the book captures Miyake’s garments in motion and in use, emphasizing their tactile intelligence and human-centered design. A major essay by cultural leader Kazuko Koike adds a complete chronology and intimate personal portrait, revealing the ambitions and inspirations that shaped one of fashion’s most original minds.

Main Themes

• Innovation in fashion materials and technology
• The fusion of tradition, modernity, and function
• Clothing as architecture and movement
• Texture, form, and everyday wearability
• The philosophy behind Miyake’s design vision

Why You Should Read This Book from series ''TASCHEN 45th Edition''

• The definitive reference on Issey Miyake’s work
• Covers the full span of his career, 1960–2022
• Essential for designers, students, and fashion scholars
• Exceptional photography and authoritative essays
• A premium TASCHEN edition ideal for collectors

Issey Miyake (TASCHEN 45th Edition) is a landmark tribute to one of the most influential designers of the modern era. Scholarly yet visually stunning, this volume celebrates Miyake’s radical imagination and enduring legacy—offering inspiration not only for fashion lovers, but for anyone fascinated by innovation, design, and the poetry of everyday life.