For Spring Summer 2014 Menswear, Yohji Yamamoto observed the clothing of nomadic communities constantly on the move. As a result, their garments were shaped by constant movement, exposure to the elements, and time. Rather than dressing with intention, nomads layer everything they own out of sustenance. This naturally formed silhouettes where garments overlapped and shifted with the body.

This study of nomads translates into a poetic collection of fluid garments with riffs on traditional Japanese wardrobe staples, tying in with Yamamoto’s drapey and layered design language.

Time and impermanence run through the collection, expressed through makeup, color, and surface treatment. Subtle gradients transition from yellow into deep blues and purples, reminiscent of a passing sunset, while clock motifs introduce a literal measure of time. Garments appear faded and weathered, suggesting how each piece carries traces of its journey.

Hair and faces were smeared with white paint, a signifier of ageing and the passage of time. High-sheen fabrics and blistered, painted leather were used to mimic rain-soaked surfaces and styled alongside umbrellas. Together, these details reinforce the idea that the clothes we wear are shaped not just by the person, but by environment and lifestyle.

Seen in look 16, these layered wrap pants feature a built in rope belt and an elongated waist, allowing the wearer to fold and alter the shape.

Tagged Size 3

Measurements:
Waist 56cm
Length 88cm
Inseam 38cm
Front rise 58cm