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“At a certain point, I stopped seeing my clothing worn by people on the streets . . . It seemed like they were being treated as museum items.”

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Yohji Yamamoto
Yohji Yamamoto

Yohji Yamamoto is a highly respected Japanese fashion designer, born on October 3, 1943. He is celebrated for his avant-garde style and has played a pivotal role in shaping the global fashion landscape. more

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