In the 2023 autumn and winter series, KENZO artistic director Nigo combines traditional and modern, Eastern and Western elements to create the stunning KENZO2023 autumn and winter series. This fashion dialogue is not only a collision between tradition and modernity, but also a dialogue between Eastern and Western cultures. The well-known photographer Keizo Kitajima and director Frank Lebon were invited to co-create, and the global brand ambassador-SEVENTEEN’s VERNON interpretation, a Come and see this unique creation that spans the ages!
The collision of Eastern and Western cultures: the charm of KENZO 2023 autumn and winter series
East and West, tradition and modernity, Nigo, the artistic director of the KENZO brand, exquisitely presents the collision, integration and exchange of these two cultures in the 2023 autumn and winter series. From KENZO’s community culture to his deep understanding of Japanese culture, Nigo cleverly combines multiple elements to create the KENZO 2023 autumn and winter series.
The birth of this 2023 autumn and winter series stems from the unique emotions for Osaka and Kyoto. This is a practical wardrobe that transcends eras, cultures and styles, blending Japanese, American and British street culture with 1960s rock memories. The series deeply explores the life scenes of young people in the two cities, and based on this, it shows the unique self-expression of contemporary Japanese young people, cleverly integrating traditional and modern clothing styles.
Dialogue between Osaka and Kyoto
The KENZO 2023 autumn and winter series is not only a fashion show, but also a tribute to the stories of the two cities of Osaka and Kyoto. This series was shot in these two places, from the street culture of Osaka to the traditional spirit of Kyoto, showing diverse characteristics in different scenes in the two cities. The energy and enthusiasm of Osaka, the street culture, the traditions and music trends of Kyoto.
The 2023 series was shot by the famous Japanese photographer Keizo Kitajima and the famous director Frank Lebon. They used their own unique perspectives to capture the cosmopolitan spirit at the core of KENZO brand design. Through photography and video, Nigo’s design style shows a strong contrast in the collision of East and West.
Photographer Kitajima Keizo captured the daily life of city residents through portraits, while British photographer Frank Lebon responded to this unique atmosphere with moving images. In addition, the song “Dreamer” composed by Shinobu Narita and written by Minako Yoshida, which was first released in 1985, serves as the background music, showing the unique atmosphere of KENZO BY NIGO.
Nigo also made a surprise appearance in the film, wearing a striped suit from the iconic Dazzle series. Come and find out where Nigo appears!
In addition, KENZO also invited global brand ambassador SEVENTEEN’s VERNON to shoot and interpret the new series.
