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Book Synopsis: The first comprehensive book on the work of Jun Takahashi of UNDERCOVER, an icon of Harajuku streetwear and the presumptive heir to the heavy mantle of Japanese deconstruction. Takahashi Jun’s fashion is not born out of an excessively intellectualized agenda. While not quite populist, his generative influences are instead romantic—even gothic. A fixture of the Paris collections for more than ten years—plus seventeen uninterrupted seasons in Tokyo prior to that—Takahashi’s life’s work confirms a maturation from self-conscious artifice and rebel pastiche to a steely, withering elegance all his own. Hailing from Gunma Prefecture like his friend NIGO® of *A Bathing Ape®, Takahashi’s long association with the undisputed king of Ura-Harajuku in the early 1990s is now the stuff of local fashion lore. But Takahashi would blaze an entirely different path to legend and notoriety. The violent rending and hasty reassembly that characterized his early work, its calculated imperfections and sutured seams, have given way to collections that he himself now calls “sexy and feminine.” UNDERCOVER is insightfully curated with fashion-filled chapters devoted to Takahashi’s sketches, graphic work, collaborations, and most innovative designs to date. Lavishly illustrated with more than 200 photographs and in-depth essays by fashion writers, curators, and colleagues, this book gives readers first-time access into Takahashi’s UNDERCOVER, one of the most desired and multidimensional clothing lines in contemporary fashion.
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Discover the captivating world of Jun Takahashi's UNDERCOVER with our groundbreaking book. As the pioneer of Harajuku streetwear and the next Japanese deconstruction visionary, Takahashi's creations ignite a fashion revolution. Unlike heavily over-intellectualized designs, Takahashi's fashion is fueled by romantic and gothic influences. Immerse yourself in his stunningly unique aesthetic that combines rebellious pastiche with a sophisticated elegance all his own.
For over a decade, Takahashi has mesmerized the global fashion scene with his visionary creations showcased in Paris collections. Prior to that, he dominated Tokyo's fashion landscape for seventeen remarkable seasons. The story of his rise to fame, starting with his profound friendship with the legendary NIGO® of *A Bathing Ape®, has become legendary within the local fashion circles in Gunma Prefecture. And now, you have the exclusive opportunity to witness his transformative journey firsthand.
Featuring meticulous curation, our book takes you on an enchanting exploration through UNDERCOVER. Each chapter immerses you in Takahashi's world through his intricate sketches, captivating graphic work, iconic collaborations, and his most innovative designs to date. With over 200 breathtaking photographs and enlightening essays by esteemed fashion writers, curators, and colleagues, this book is your passport to the multidimensional realm of Takahashi's coveted clothing line.
Don't miss the chance to own a piece of fashion history. Embrace the allure of UNDERCOVER and uncover the secrets behind each masterpiece. Immerse yourself in Takahashi's genius and be inspired by his evolution from calculated imperfections to an empowered and alluring femininity. Experience the transformative power of fashion with UNDERCOVER.
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