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“From the beginning I thought about working with the body in movement, the space between the body and clothes. I wanted the clothes to move when people moved. The clothes are also for people to dance or laugh” quote by Issey Miyake
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“From the beginning I thought about working with the body in movement, the space between the body and clothes. I wanted the clothes to move when people moved. The clothes are also for people to dance or laugh”

Issey Miyake

About This Quote

Source Interview: Fashion Design Philosophy, 1995

Clothing should move with the body, becoming part of dance and joy.

In simple terms: Clothes should flow with movement.

Key Takeaway

Design for dynamic interaction.

Themes

design movement joy

Mood

creative enthusiastic

Type

design inspirational

When to use this quote

  • stage performance
  • sportswear
  • everyday attire

Key Concepts

fashion kinematics expression

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does movement influence your clothing choices?
  • What fabrics best support dance?
A Different Perspective

Balancing function and aesthetics is challenging.

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