Designer Kunihiko Morinaga debuted his Spring 2027 collection in Paris, featuring color-changing garments and a retrospective exhibition.
Key facts
- •The collection references animal textures, digital avatars, and clothing archetypes like varsity jackets and denim.
- •Some garments were constructed using traditional Japanese washi paper with sequin accents.
- •The 'Just An Real Age' pop-up includes limited-edition vinyl records featuring a soundscape by Thomas Bangalter.
- •The exhibition showcases 26 specific items and objects for sale to represent the brand's logo and the alphabet.
Anrealage designer Kunihiko Morinaga presented his Spring 2027 collection in Paris, focusing on the concept of skin as a mutable surface. The show featured a mix of traditional materials like washi paper and advanced technology, including 3D-printed textures and AI-mapped E Ink scales. This presentation marked Morinaga’s 25th show in the city.
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Technological Innovations in Design
The collection incorporated several technical novelties, such as 3D-printed bustier dresses that shift color based on the viewer's angle. Other garments utilized up to 2,000 E Ink paper scales that change color through AI mapping without emitting light. The final look featured LED technology designed to evoke the imagery of a rising phoenix.
Retrospective Exhibition and Pop-up
Coinciding with the show, Anrealage launched a pop-up and retrospective exhibition titled 'Just An Real Age' on Rue de Turenne. Curated by Sarah Andelman, the exhibition spans three rooms and displays looks from all 25 of Morinaga’s Paris collections. The space also offers 26 items for sale representing the alphabet and features a soundscape created by Thomas Bangalter of Daft Punk.
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