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10th May 2014
05:30pm BST

Issey Miyake
Japanese designer Issey Miyake is known for his technology led designs, fragrances and exhibitions. Miyake studied graphic design in Tokyo and after his studies, he worked in Paris and New York before returning to Tokyo where he founded the Miyake Design Studio in 1970. His pleated designs were well received as they allowed flexibility of movement for the wearer and ease of production. His scent, L'Eau d'Issey, is a best-seller all over the world. The design of the bottle is based on the view of a moon behind the Eiffel Tower from Miyake's Paris apartment.
Iridescent
Iridescent fabrics appear to change the colour as they hit the light and these foil-like fabrics and holographic finished are more popular than ever. When Vogue recommends it, you can pretty much guarantee that it's a good look and Francesca Burns, fashion editor at the renowned style bible says, "When hit by light, one colour becomes many, while the gauzy fabrics float about the body like a mystical glow. Take note of Raf Simons at Dior and go for a sculpted iridescent top over micro shorts." As well as Dior, iridescent finishes are popular with Alexander Wang and Christopher Kane. To get the look on the high-street, metallics, high-shine sheen and glittery gleaming looks can be found at Zara and ASOS.

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