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Y-3 Qasa High “Vista Grey”

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Y-3 has rolled-out yet another monochromatic colorway of its popular Qasa silhouette, dubbed “Vista Grey.” Decked-out in grey as the name suggests, the sneaker boasts a sock-like upper with elasticated wrap-over straps, which is complemented by plastic eyestays for its lacing system. Y-3 branding on the plastic heel tab, and Yohji Yamamoto embossed branding on the lateral side of the … Read more

Yohji Yamamoto Discuss His Failures, Successes, and Fashion Philosophy

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Legendary Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto recently sat down with Business of Fashion‘s Imran Amed, for a rare and lengthy interview in which he spoke on his roots, his successes, his failures and his fashion philosophy. Yamamoto who is renowned for his avant-garde tailoring, over-sized silhouettes and dark color palette, spoke about how rejection led him to a life of gambling and drinking, and how going back to Japan saved his life. He also discussed his brand’s history, and gave a few words of wisdom directed at the young designers.

Watch the 39-minute video above to find out how the fashion icon turned his career around, and be sure to head over to Business of Fashion to read the full accompanying article.

Y-3 Fall/Winter 2016 Sneaker Collection

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Y-3 is all set to roll out its comprehensive sneaker collection for the Fall/Winter 2016 season. The upcoming offering draws inspiration from the ’90s with a mix of rave culture along with Yohji Yamamoto’s minimalist signature. For example, the popular Qasa silhouette has been reworked as an extra-high boot, while adidas’ staple Stan Smith and Superstar sneakers have … Read more

Louis Vuitton Pays Respect to Yohji Yamamoto With The Regatta Sneaker

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Louis Vuitton SS16 Regatta Sneaker

As part of the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series collection, the French fashion house has unveiled the Regatta sneakers, a lifestyle silhouette that pays homage to the Maison’s sporting heritage. Apart from its maritime motif, the shoes boast a neoprene upper, a branded Velcro strap, and a Tubular-like midsole, all of which narrows down to the Maison taking significant design cues from Japanese … Read more

Y-3 Pure Boost ZG Knit Releases In Black Colorway

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Y-3 Pure Boost ZG Knit sneaker

Y-3 rolls out another colorway of its Pure Boost ZG Knit silhouette. Featuring the latest footwear technologies and trend with the Primeknit upper construction alongside Boost midsoles, the low-top sneaker has been given a monochromatic treatment. TPU sidewall and 3-stripe branding gives added support, while a black leather tongue and liner, and embossed Y-3 branding, rounds out the design. The Y-3 Pure … Read more