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Kenzo and Levi’s have converged their creative forces to weave an enchanting tapestry of denim, harmonizing the timeless customs of the East with the pioneering verve of the West in their forthcoming autumn 2023 capsule collection. This landmark collaboration signifies Kenzo’s inaugural partnership with Nigo’s label.
The collection, a collaborative endeavor masterminded by Nigo and Levi’s, caters to both men and women, fusing Japan’s storied heritage of tailoring with the enduring allure of traditional American workwear. These foundational elements constitute the very essence of Kenzo’s artistic director’s creative vision.
Comprising a diverse array of approximately twenty garments and accessories, the collection predominantly showcases the finest Japanese Kaihara denim. Among its highlights are remarkable pieces like a denim jacket featuring a detachable faux fur collar and a fringed denim jacket with a denim yoke. These designs draw inspiration from Kenzo’s 1980s Jungle line archive, ingeniously interweaving vintage and contemporary aesthetics. Additionally, the iconic 1967 Type II Trucker Jacket resurfaces, this time in a resplendent red satin incarnation, embellished with intricate Boke flower embroidery. Denim blazers add an element of refinement to the ensemble.
Moreover, the collection proudly introduces sleeveless button-up dresses, overalls inspired by the original archetype, and 501 jeans hailing from Japan, painstakingly vintage-washed and hand-distressed to bestow a truly unique appearance and texture. This sartorial selection is complemented by an array of accessories, including ties, cardholders, and denim scarves.
The Kenzo x Levi’s collection is available now.
Photos: Kenzo / Levi’s