Absence Quote by Rei Kawakubo
“The theme of the collection this time is MONSTER. It's not about the typical Monster you find in sci-fi and video games. The expression of the Monsters I have made has a much deeper meaning. The craziness of humanity, the fear we all have, the feeling of going beyond common sense, the absence of ordinariness, expressed by something extremely big, by something that could be ugly or beautiful. In other words, I wanted to question the established standards of beauty.”
About This Quote
Source Fashion Show: Comme des Garçons Spring/Summer 2023, 2022
The collection uses monstrous forms to critique humanity’s irrational fears and challenge conventional beauty standards.
In simple terms: Monsters symbolize humanity’s irrational fears and question beauty norms.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the strange to redefine beauty.
Themes
beauty standards
human nature
creativity
culture critique
Mood
provocative
thought‑provoking
Type
artistic
conceptual
When to use this quote
- runway shows
- art installations
- design workshops
- media commentary
Key Concepts
symbolism
psychology
aesthetics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does confronting the grotesque change your perception of beauty?
- What personal fears are reflected in societal standards?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may be too abstract for mainstream audiences.
