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About
Japanese fashion designer who has earned worldwide repute for his label, Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons. He has been acclaimed for his "techno-couture" style, featuring innovative fabrics, deconstruction, and loud collaborations.
Before Fame
He graduated from Bunka Fashion College in Tokyo in 1984 before joining Comme des Garçons as a patternmaker. He quickly achieved fame in the fashion industry, earning the role of chief designer for the Tricot knitwear line by 1987. He introduced his self-titled collection in Tokyo and Paris in 1992.
Trivia
He is referenced in the song "Junya" by Kanye West and Playboi Carti.
Family Life
He is known for maintaining an extremely low profile.
Associated With
He has stated that he was influenced by well-known figures including Pierre Cardin and Issey Miyake.
