JOYCE Presents: Interviews by Diane Pernet – Yohji Yamamoto

Continuing a series in which she interviews some of fashion’s most forward thinking and respected designers, Diane Pernet speaks with internationally renowned Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto. Making his original debut in Paris nearly 30 years ago, Yamamoto has become known for his unique fashion perspective and avant-garde designs, and has also become a huge force in the industry with his highly successful commercial lines and collaborations. In this interview, Yamamoto speaks about the future of fashion, the disappearance of mainstream in Japan and the alarming growth of one of the biggest markets in the world, China.