Remembering Kenzo Takada
As though Covid-19 has not already led to irreparable losses, it recently took the life of Japanese designer, Kenzo Takada. The designer’s work thrived throughout the 1970s and his fashion house, Kenzo, contributed to American fashion with designs that reflected Takada’s Japanese culture. Today’s trends often show a fusion of different cultural fashions and Takada’s designs have definitely played a significant role in introducing fashion statements that were previously unfamiliar to America.
In earlier stages, the pandemic ignited a shift in the fashion industry, forcing designers to choose between hybrid and in-person fashion week events. This change created an upset for fashion fans. What, then, happens to the industry when one of its most well-known designers dies from Covid-19 related conditions? Not only has this loss proven that a pandemic knows no bounds, but it has placed an emphasis on celebrating people while they are still living. Whether or not you have heard of Takada, his work deserves recognition. Read on for a look back at designs that contributed to his fashion influence.
Innovative Designs for the Runway
Avant-Garde for the Early 80s
Showcasing His Culture
As the everyday person continues to navigate this pandemic-struck world, it is essential to recognize Takada, and other designers, for making these contributions to the fashion industry.