Theatre Products 2011 S/S

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On Friday, October 22nd, Japanese label Theatre Products showcased their 2011 Spring/Summer collection on the runway at Tokyo Midtown. There were a lot of translucent fabrics featured in the collection, including those in the beautiful long dresses that closed the show.

Like many well-known Japanese designers, the founders of Theater Products got their start working for Commes des Garcons. Pattern maker Akira Takeuchi and designer Tayuka Nakanishi met as co-workers at CdG, creating costumes for plays and installations. There, they teamed up with producer and press person Kao Kanamori. The threesome established the mainly womenswear label Theater Products in 2001. Their concept is in line with their name – “Clothes are theatrical and so are apparel manufacturers.” They have a dedicated shop in Harajuku, and also can be found in Shibuya Parco, Laforet Harajuku, and many select shops.

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Theatre Products 2011 Spring/Summer

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External Link: Theatre Products Official Website

 

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