Curator Dr Claire Roberts’ selection of work from the gift of sixty-two pieces by Dr Gene Sherman to the Powerhouse Museum illustrates the impact Japanese designers have had on the international fashion design sector in terms of aesthetics and innovative textile technology. The collection in its entirety is a great tribute to Dr Sherman’s discerning eye, and, in turn, the Powerhouse Museum’s astute collection strategies.
Image Above: Detail on old gold skirt, pleated polyester, designed and made by ISSEY MIYAKE, Japan (Autum/Winter collection 1993)
Image below: Black spherical and layered skirt, polyester/nylon, Body meets dress- dress meets body, designed and made by COMME des GARCONS, Japan (Spring / Summer collection 1997)
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