Junya Watanabe Catwalk Fashion Show Paris Womenswear FW2016

Origami deluxe was the message we received at Junya Watanabe. The designer delivered an impressive collection filled with 38 statement looks. Basically all geometric 3D outfits worn over skinny black pants and longsleeves. Designs folded and pleated in some way delivering a cohesive selection of dazzling accordion style pieces. Rounded and sharp, bold and curvy, including those architectonic headpieces (incl. a Darth Vader helmet lookalike). Try getting into a cab in outfit #7. Watanabe himself described the designs as “Hyper Construction Dress” and sure they had quite the complex construction. We’d love to see the patterns of these art forms. Touches of vivid red and bright pink, added to the all black color palette, gave the collection an upbeat vibe. Pleats please!