Artist Quote by Rei Kawakubo
“In Comme des Garçons, I hardly do any sketches; there's no fittings on bodies, there's no models that come in and say, "Oh, a little bit like this." In the beginning, there isn't even a theme. It's like getting the whole world at your feet - to empty your mind of everything that's ever happened before, to get an empty space.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Vogue, September 2015, Rei Kawakubo
She emphasizes starting design without preconceived ideas, allowing pure creativity to emerge from a blank mental slate.
In simple terms: Begin with a clean mind to create freely.
Key Takeaway
Empty your mind before creating.
Themes
creativity
design
minimalism
Mood
reflective
inspired
Type
philosophical
creative
When to use this quote
- fashion design
- artistic brainstorming
- product development
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
conceptual art
design process
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you cultivate mental emptiness before a project?
- What risks arise from lacking a theme?
A Different Perspective
Without structure, ideas may lack direction or cohesion.
