Junya Watanabe MAN Fall/Winter 2024

Junya Watanabe’s Namesake Label, Produced Under The Comme Des Garçons Umbrella, Is Renowned For Its Avant-Garde Style, Characterized By Intricate Patterns, Unique Fabrics, And Innovative Layering Techniques. While Remaining True To His Distinctive Vision, Watanabe Collaborates With Other Brands Such As Levi’s And Carhartt When He Sees Fit.

Beyond The Appearance Of Watanabe’s Garments, I Appreciate The Seemingly Over-The-Top Yet Intentionally Functional Elements Incorporated Into Many Of The Designs, Typically In Collaboration With Other Brands. Clothes Are Usually Just Clothes—You Can Get The Gist Of An Item After Scanning It For A Second Or Two, And You Quickly Know What You Love Or Hate About It. However, When Examining A Piece By Watanabe, You Might Find Unexpected Details Like Hidden Pockets, Integrated Hoods, Or Even Built-In Backpacks—Features That You Might Not Typically Find Elsewhere. Collaborations With Brands Like Gore-Tex, Karrimor, And Inneraum, Among Others, Allow Watanabe To Explore Design Beyond The Realm Of Everyday Fashion, Often Leaving Consumers With No Choice But To Think More Innovatively When Choosing His Garments.

Which Of Junya Watanabe's Collaborative Partnerships Do You Enjoy Most?

Stay ROOTED, 

Ed

Selections From Junya Watanabe MAN Fall/Winter 2024 Are Now Available Online.