Asian Fashion Unleashes Creativity on Paris Catwalk
Parijs, maandag, 30 juni 2025.
During the final day of Paris Menswear Fashion Week for summer 2026, Asian designers from Japan and South Korea revealed a surprisingly innovative approach to fashion. Brands such as Doublet, Taakk, and Wooyoungmi presented collections that blur the boundaries between art, functionality, and humour. Striking elements included the creative use of materials like fishing nets and eggshells, textures with irregular surfaces, and an in-depth exploration of the tension between the familiar and the strange. These fashion houses demonstrated not only technical ingenuity but also a unique philosophical approach to fashion as a form of social commentary and cultural expression.
Innovative Materials and Concepts
The Japanese brand Doublet presented a groundbreaking collection that explores the boundaries of traditional fashion, with remarkable designs made from recycled materials such as fishing nets and eggshells [1]. Designer Masayuki Ino stated that their collection revolves around celebrating good food and the farmers who cultivate it, with a strong emphasis on a responsible approach [1].
Textile Innovation and Artistic Expression
Taakk, also from Japan, introduced textile innovations that create a subtle tension between the familiar and the unfamiliar. Designer Takuya Moriyama described their collection as an artistic exploration with irregular surfaces that feel almost sculptural [2].
South Korean Fashion Perspective
The South Korean brand Wooyoungmi distinguished itself with an innovative approach that combines couture and sportswear, focusing on light, versatile pieces adapted to rising temperatures in major cities like Seoul and Paris [3].