8legs: Rei kawakubo

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Kawakubo champions creation as the best way to fight, a core belief she shares in Vogue Australia.
NGV hosts the Westwood | Kawakubo retrospective, Australia’s first, with over 140 designs on loan from major museums.
The NGV show includes Kawakubo’s iconic pieces from Blood and Roses and Anger, underscoring her radical defiance.
Kawakubo’s retail spaces are meticulously controlled, with color-coded stores and no background music.
The interview spotlights Kawakubo’s relentless pursuit of zero-to-one creativity and continual reinvention.
The feature notes Kawakubo’s punk-inflected defiance rooted in her post-war Japanese upbringing.
Kawakubo’s influence extends to Dover Street Market and a global network of sub-labels and stores.
NGV will display Kawakubo garments alongside loans from major institutions like the V&A and the Met.
The exhibition coincides with a broader reflection on Kawakubo’s impact and enduring mystery.
Kawakubo’s philosophy emphasizes that fashion should challenge norms rather than conform to them.

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DSM maintains a global, physically focused model that prioritizes in-person experiences over online-only approaches.
Leaders describe ‘beautiful chaos’ as central to DSM, balancing creativity with commercial realities.
DSM stores reflect local character while aligning with Kawakubo and Adrian’s vision.
DSM embraces ‘change’ as a constant, aiming to stay ahead of evolving fashion, tech, and culture.
DSM prioritizes collaboration across brands and disciplines to foster renewal and creativity.
Store design is treated as a creative medium, with architecture and installations integral to the experience.
DSM engages with local communities through events and shared spaces across cities.
DSM’s seasonal changeovers and ‘tachiagari’ are central to creating seasonal excitement.
DSM’s approach blends local leadership with a shared global identity and values.

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