JUNYA WATANABE COMME DES GARCONS 2009 SPRING SUMMER
As the second most visible name affixed to the COMME des GARCONS mega-label, Junya Watanabe has immersed himself in some interesting collaborations throughout the years. His ability to create a balance between street level fashion and the high-end have resulted in a legion of fans for his innovative approaches. Setting the stage for his 2009 spring/summer collection are two high profile collaborations with quintessential denim brand Levi’s and traditional menswear brand Brooks Brothers. Junya Watanabe’s influence with both iconic brands is immediately evident with each respective release truly taking the form of a collaborative initiative with a number of strong additions from leather and striped patches with Levi’s to liberal splashes of color with Brooks Brothers. Within the collection’s own in-house releases, paneled shirts are present along other more formal attire. The large collection is available now at IT stores in Hong Kong.
NUMBER 3 | ATHENS STORE OPENING
Having been a collaborative partner with COMME des GARCONS for the past few years in their Guerilla Store openings, Dimitris Papadopoulos has converted the now closed down Athens location into a third retail endeavor. Renovating the space, the new store will not only carry COMME des GARCONS but other popular contemporary labels arriving with the new year. A simple, minimally designed space, Number 3 is kept stocked with a wide selection of CDG garments and perfumes.
Number 3
16 Patriarchou Ioakeim Str.
10675 Kolonaki
Athens, Greece
BLACK COMME DES GARCONS
Following on from the success of their collaboration with Louis Vuitton (which finishes on December 14th) the Commes des Garcons store on Kotto Dori in Aoyama will be opening as a new concept store for two months beginning in January 2009. “BLACK commes des Garcons” is said to be historically themed with limited edition items, we will bring you more information as soon as we get any.
Thanks to: Tokyodandy.com
EYE JUNYA WATANABE COMME DES GARCONS x NB 1500
As part of the current eYe Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons MAN collection, we get a look at the popular New Balance 1500 done up in a blue hue makeup by designer Junya Watanabe. Featuring suede and nylon uppers, the kicks take on a very classic, casual look. They are scheduled to release as a Japan exclusive with a premium price point of ¥31,000 (Approx. $331 USD).
Source: Tenisufki
| |