Abstract Quote by Rei Kawakubo
“The first thing we do is sit around a table and discuss what we could pick up from daily life, from space. That's how it starts, completely abstract. There's no kind of, "Oh, let's do Peru," or "Let's do pleats," you know?”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business of Fashion, 2015
Design inspiration begins with observing everyday life and abstract concepts, not preset themes.
In simple terms: Look to daily life for ideas, not specific places.
Key Takeaway
Start with observation, then abstract.
Themes
design
observation
abstraction
Mood
curious
inspired
Type
philosophical
creative
When to use this quote
- fashion design
- product development
- creative brainstorming
- innovation workshops
Key Concepts
creative process
inspiration
Questions to Reflect On
- How can everyday observations become innovative designs?
- What abstract ideas arise from mundane objects?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical constraints of specific contexts.
