Issey Miyake exists as a designer in the most literal interpretation of the word. His clothes do not exist to put forth a narrative as those of Ann or Raf do, but rather to display marvels of technical skill and innovation. His career has been propelled by a desire to explore fabric and construction techniques, and how they interact with their wearer’s body. In recent years, Miyake has completely disassociated himself from the label, choosing to strictly to work on developing new fabrics. His scientific approach to expression of beauty has found him many vaunted kindred spirits, including Steve Jobs, whom he designed his iconic black turtlenecks for.

This bomber jacket implements the pleating technique Miyake developed within his "Pleats Please” line, in which the garment itself would be contstructed and then pleated, rather than the fabric being treated beforehand. This method requires pieces to be designed two to three times their ultimate size, in order to account for the shrinking which takes place. It is rare to see this technique used within Miyake’s mainline, but it appears here on this reversible bomber, which offers both a subtle olive green and rich purple option.

Condition: 9/10. No significant flaws.

Tagged size: M

Shoulder: 23.5in (drop shoulder fit)

Pit to pit: 24in

Length: 22.5in

Sleeve: 22in