Japan : Jotaro Saito kimonos at Fashion Week
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Shobi [2011-05-20]
Many talented designers will step into the global arena through Japan Fashion Week this year. The event started Monday and one of the most talked about artist on day two was kimono designer Jotaro Saito, who created completely new styles for his ‘The Hesei Hundred Greys’ collection. The range offered contemporary kimonos with geometric prints and pleats. Tokyo also saw significant amount of intricate floral and woven patterns that received immense applause. The entire look was fresh and modern, which gave the traditional kimonos a new makeover. The colors were subtle in shades of grey, earthen and black.