From the prismatic Pleats Please collection to the modular, three-dimensional garments crafted from recycled plastic bottles in his Reality Lab, the captivating fashions by Japanese designer Issey Miyake are all about movement.
Born in Hiroshima, Miyake studied graphic design at Tama Art University in Tokyo before relocating to Paris in 1965, where he studied couture and cut his teeth working for Guy Laroche and Hubert de Givenchy. In 1969, he moved to New York, where he worked for Geoffrey Beene. He returned to Tokyo in 1970 to found his first solo venture, the Miyake Design Studio. It wasn’t until the 1990s, though, that the designer had his breakthrough moment with experimentations in pleating. Some of his earliest explorations were for choreographer William Forsythe’s Frankfurt Ballet Company, with the 1991 performance of The Loss of Small Detail featuring costumes Miyake designed with pleats that complemented and transformed the movement of the dancers.
Though long a staple in couture — from delicate women’s skirts to men’s suit pants — pleats took on new life in Miyake’s hands. By using a heat press to cure his fabrics after his garments are stitched, Miyake was able to maintain the accordion structure of the pleat, turning a series of folds into sculptural, often futuristic forms unbound by the shape of the human body. In 1993, Miyake debuted “garment pleating” in his Pleats Please line, in which the clothes are constructed at a size that is larger than what is intended for the finished product. The pleats are then created — a process that involves folding and ironing and is separate from the joining of seams — and individual pieces are subsequently hand-fed into a heat press. The pleats are permanent and the garments can be worn and washed without losing their shape.
Miyake’s pleats run the gamut in scale, which enabled him to evoke dramatic, sharp silhouettes and flowy movements in equal measure. In essence, he created an entirely new material whose iterations are infinite — a feat of technology as much as fashion.
Other innovations include Miyake’s 1997 Just Before collection, which introduced a series of tube-knit dresses that could be cut as desired, reducing both work and resources. His Reality Lab now investigates new materials, such as a fully recycled polyester. Miyake’s prowess, in fact, captured another iconic figure in the tech world: Steve Jobs, for whom the designer made hundreds of identical black turtlenecks, the late Apple founder’s sartorial signature.
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ISSEY MIYAKE WHITE LABEL grey cowhide suede leather overshirt jacket JP1 S
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE WHITE LABEL grey cowhide suede leather overshirt jacket JP1 S Reference: TGAS/D00067 Brand: Issey Miyake Model: White Label Material: Suede Color: Grey Pattern: Solid Cl...
Issey Miyake Pleats Please Black "Staircase" Pleats Dress With Laser Cut Details
By Issey Miyake
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Issey Miyake black pleats please black "staircase" dress with laser cut details, featuring laser perforations at the chest, and dow...
Issey Miyake 1990s Pleats Please Multicolor Pattern Print Maxi Skirt
By Issey Miyake, Pleats Please
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Issey Miyake 1990s Pleats Please Multicolor Pattern Print Maxi Skirt is a stunning testament to Miyake’s pioneering approach to fashion. Featuring an eye-catching abstract print,...
1990’s Issey Miyake Oatmeal, Cream And Off-White Silk Mixture Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in London, GB
A late 1990’s Issey Miyake unstructured top of oatmeal, cream and off-white silk mixture damask, featuring an angular neckline with complementing ivory bib collar, and cut-away armho...
Issey Miyake Vintage S/S 1991 Color Block Petal Skirt
By Issey Miyake
Located in London, GB
Issey Miyake S/S 1991 Colour Block Petal Skirt. Features purple and black contrast colours, pleated fabric with petal maxi skirt and waistband waist. As seen on the runway in a dress...
Issey Miyake Black Satin Ribbon Cage Maxi Skirt, 1990s
By Issey Miyake
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Clothing is all about turning the two-dimensional into 3-dimensional. Through innovative techniques and fabric manipulation, Issey Miyake never fails to deliver interesting ways to m...
ISSEY MIYAKE 1980's Vintage beige yellow tribal stripe boxy top skirt set
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE 1980's Vintage beige yellow tribal stripe boxy top skirt set Reference: CRTI/A00505 Brand: Issey Miyake Collection: 1980s Material: Cotton, Linen Color: Beige, Yellow Pa...
Issey Miyake 1990s Blue and Purple Plaid Print Pleated Maxi Skirt
By Issey Miyake
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your wardrobe with the Issey Miyake 1990s Blue and Purple Plaid Print Pleated Maxi Skirt, a stunning piece that effortlessly combines style and comfort. This eye-catching ski...
Issey Miyake top Pleats Please 1990s
By Issey Miyake, Pleats Please
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ISSEY MYIAKE - (Made in Japan) Black Pleats Please top. Size 5. A Collection circa 1990. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder width: about 55 cm - Length: 55 cm SKU...
Issey Miyake Green Blue Pleated Satin Ribbon Skirt, 1990s
By Issey Miyake
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Born in 1938 in Hiroshima, Japan, Issey Miyake throughout his career became a beacon of merging modernist elements of both Eastern and Western culture. Having trained extensively in Parisian couture houses, Miyake came to open his own studio in Japan in 1970. His focus was creating fashions with an experimental approach, most notably with his iconic usage of pleating. Made in lavish jewel tones of sapphire, emerald, and antiqued copper, this skirt incorporates unconnected rows of satin ribbons pleated in sections to compose this 1996 skirt...
Issey Miyake top Pleats Please 1990s
By Issey Miyake, Pleats Please
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ISSEY MIYAKE - (Made in Japan) Gray Pleats Please top. Size 5. A Collection Circa 1990. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder width: About 55 cm - Length: 55 cm SKU:...
Issey Miyake “A Piece of Cloth” 2-Way White Gray Sleeveless Sculptural Dress
By Issey Miyake
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Issey Miyake is one of the world’s most renowned avant-garde designers. His approach to design is unique. Unlike most designers who embark from arbitrary design inspiration season af...
Issey Miyake A-POC Grey Knit T-Shirt Dress
By Issey Miyake
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Issey Miyake A-POC Grey Knit T-Shirt Dress embodies a perfect blend of comfort and avant-garde design. Crafted from a soft, dark grey knit, this striking dress features a unique ...
Issey Miyake 1990s Pleats Please Dark Blue Polka-Dot Sleeveless Dress
By Pleats Please, Issey Miyake
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Issey Miyake 1990s Pleats Please Dark Blue Polka-Dot Sleeveless Dress is a breathtaking piece that exemplifies the designer's signature approach to fabric and form. Set against a...
Issey Miyake Black Pleated Long Coat and Skirt Ensemble
By Issey Miyake
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Issey Miyake black pleated long coat and skirt ensemble. - Knotted Button closure on both coat and skirt. - Satin piping trim. - A back vertical satin trim on bot...
Issey Miyake Oversized Brown Woven Vest
By Issey Miyake
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Issey Miyake oversized brown woven knit vest with draping front panels. Issey Miyake Size: One Size Knit Excellent Vintage Condi...
Issey Miyake Men Coat Overcoat Heavy Size 5/L
By Issey Miyake
Located in Kaunas, LT
Check my other listings. Have many more designer clothes for sale. Open to any offers. Item for sale is 100% genuine Issey Miyake Heavy Men Coat, TRNU0 Color: black (An actual color ...
Issey Miyake, Maxi lace skirt
By Issey Miyake
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Issey Miyake, Maxi lace skirt. The item is in very good condition. Comes with slip skirt. • CONDITION: very good condition • SIZE: 2 - S • MEASUREMENTS: length 94 cm, waist 31 c...
Issey Miyake Black/Grey Striped Pleated Long Dress
By Issey Miyake
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage Issey Miyake black and grey striped pleated long dress. - There is no size tag and name tag but it is around size Japan M. - H...
Issey Miyake Graphic Black White Pleated Dress
By Issey Miyake
Located in New York, NY
Issey Miyake Graphic Black White Dress in signature pleats. The various patterns look like a night time cityscape. Pullover style with open slash collar with long, lean silhouette. S...
$376Sale Price|43% Off
Issey Miyake Green Pleated V Neckline Collar Long Sleeves Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Issey Miyake green pleated V neckline collar long sleeves top. Featuring a cotton ribbed hem. - Made in Japan. - Size 3. - 100% Polyester.
ISSEY MIYAKE Vintage black lacquered coating pleated mini skirt M Rare
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE Vintage black lacquered coating pleated mini skirt M Rare Reference: CRTI/A00562 Brand: Issey Miyake Material: Cotton Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Extra Deta...
ISSEY MIYAKE Vintage black yellow polka dot crinkle sheer high neck vest top S
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE Vintage black yellow polka dot crinkle sheer high neck vest top S Reference: PYCN/A00089 Brand: Issey Miyake Material: Polyester Color: Black, Yellow Pattern: Polka Dot ...
$544Sale Price|20% Off
Issey Miyake Pleats Please Abstract Colour Printed Dress
By Pleats Please, Issey Miyake
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous Issey Miyake Pleats Please colour block printed dress. Unworn. Made from signature pleated polyester with a super vibrant abstract print, it...
Issey Miyake blue top Pleats Please
By Issey Miyake, Pleats Please
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ISSEY MIYAKE - (Made in Japan) Black and blue Pleats Please top. Size 5. A Collection circa 1996. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder width: 52 cm - Length: 92 cm ...
ISSEY MIYAKE Vintage 1980s khaki brown contrast 3D cut collar insert jacket M
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE Vintage 1980s khaki brown contrast 3D cut collar insert jacket M Reference: TGAS/D00562 Brand: Issey Miyake Collection: 1980s Material: Nylon, Blend Color: Khaki, Brown ...
$195Sale Price|35% Off
Issey Miyake Melon Colored Blouse or Shirt Size Large
By Issey Miyake
Located in New Hope, PA
Issey Miyake used a cheerful melon colored fabric when he designed this luscious shirt. It has a pointed collar, two breast pockets, long cuffed sleeves and a straight hemline with o...
ISSEY MIYAKE 1980's Vintage brown waffle textured cloque leather trim jacket M
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE 1980's Vintage brown waffle textured cloque leather trim jacket M Reference: CRTI/A00390 Brand: Issey Miyake Collection: 1980s Material: Wool, Blend Color: Brown Pattern...
ISSEY MIYAKE PLEATS PLEASE dark blue denim patchwork print pleated skirt JP2 M
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE PLEATS PLEASE dark blue denim patchwork print pleated skirt JP2 M Reference: TGAS/C01966 Brand: Issey Miyake Collection: Pleats Please Material: Polyester Color: Blue, B...
ISSEY MIYAKE 1980's Vintage beige striped linen waterfall ruffle top S Rare
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE 1980's Vintage beige striped linen waterfall ruffle top S Rare Reference: CRTI/A00519 Brand: Issey Miyake Material: Linen Color: Beige Pattern: Striped Made in: Japan C...
ISSEY MIYAKE 1980's Vintage brown navy checked patchwork linen shirt JP9 S
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE 1980's Vintage brown navy checked patchwork linen shirt JP9 S Reference: TGAS/C01937 Brand: Issey Miyake Material: Linen Color: Brown, Blue Pattern: Striped Closure: But...
ISSEY MIYAKE MEN brown cotton blend ribbed long sleeve sweater M
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE MEN brown cotton blend ribbed long sleeve sweater M Reference: PRWU/A00058 Brand: Issey Miyake Collection: Men Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Brown Pattern: Solid Closur...
ISSEY MIYAKE PLEATS PLEASE grey black cable knit print pleated midi skirt JP2 M
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE PLEATS PLEASE grey black cable knit print pleated midi skirt JP2 M Reference: TGAS/C01967 Brand: Issey Miyake Model: Pleats Please Material: Polyester Color: Grey, Black...
Vintage Issey Miyake Textured Orange & Brown Open Jacket
By Issey Miyake
Located in Oakland, CA
Very early vintage Issey Miyake jacket. Contrasting colors of orange and brown. Can be worn cuffed or not. Large chest pocket. Loose, Japanese style open shape with no closures. ...
Issey Miyake Pleats Please Black Pleated Concept Camisole Top And Skirt Ensemble
By Issey Miyake
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a vintage Issey Miyake Pleats Please black pleated concept camisole top and skirt ensemble. The top features a straight neckline, wrap styl...
$376Sale Price|20% Off
ISSEY MIYAKE Vintage 1980s khaki brown contrast 3D cut collar insert jacket M
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE Vintage 1980s khaki brown contrast 3D cut collar insert jacket M Reference: TGAS/D00562 Brand: Issey Miyake Collection: 1980s Material: Nylon, Blend Color: Khaki, Brown ...
Issey Miyake Pleated Sculptural Skirt – Taupe Chevron Texture Asymmetrical Point
By Issey Miyake
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Issey Miyake pleated skirt in a soft taupe tone, crafted in the brand’s signature heat-set pleated fabrication. The skirt features a striking directional pleat pattern, arranged in a...
ISSEY MIYAKE Vintage Ajrakh brown blue tile print metallic ruffle pleated dress
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE Vintage Ajrakh brown blue tile print metallic ruffle pleated dress S Reference: DYTG/A00127 Brand: Issey Miyake Material: Polyester Color: Brown, Blue Pattern: Solid Clo...
rare ISSEY MIYAKE PLEATS PLEASE green star dark blue collar pleated top JP2 M
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare ISSEY MIYAKE PLEATS PLEASE green star dark blue collar pleated top JP2 M Reference: TGAS/D00468 Brand: Issey Miyake Material: Polyester Color: Navy, Multicolour Pattern: Abstrac...
ISSEY MIYAKE 1980's Vintage grey wool fringe oversized wrap Cocoon coat M rare
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE 1980's Vintage grey wool fringe oversized wrap Cocoon coat M rare Reference: CRTI/A00465 Brand: Issey Miyake Collection: 1980s Material: Wool Color: Black Pattern: Solid...
ISSEY MIYAKE lightweight wool nylon flap placket relaxed casual blazer L
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE lightweight wool nylon flap placket relaxed casual blazer L Reference: KELE/A00011 Brand: Issey Miyake Material: Wool, Nylon Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Button ...
ISSEY MIYAKE 1980's Vintage grey sky blue geometric jacquard Cocoon coat M Rare
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE 1980's Vintage grey sky blue geometric jacquard Cocoon coat M Rare Reference: CRTI/A00469 Brand: Issey Miyake Collection: 1980s Material: Cotton Color: Grey, Blue Patter...
$127Sale Price|25% Off
ISSEY MIYAKE MEN blue bonded pleat graphic print tshirt M
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE MEN blue bonded pleat graphic print tshirt M Reference: INYG/A00010 Brand: Issey Miyake Material: Cotton Color: Blue Pattern: Graphic Extra Details: Graphic print with p...
Issey Miyake Men's Black Accordian Shirt with Mother-of-Pearl Accent
By Issey Miyake
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully comfortable Issey Miyake men's accordian button down shirt is accented with seven(7) mother-of-pearl buttons on the front of the shirt as well as on the sleeve's cuf...
HAAT ISSEY MIYAKE petrol blue CIRCLE Cardigan Sweater 2 M
By Issey Miyake
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Haat Issey Miyake circle cardigan in petrol and gray wool (100%). Features a round neck and 3/4 raglan sleeves (sleeve measurements taken from the neck). Opens with on...
Issey Miyake Pleated Trousers , Main Line
By Issey Miyake
Located in London, GB
A chic and easy to wear pair of trousers by Issey Miyake , main line. Size S, IM77 FF601. OM black with a decorative vertical band on each leg. The trousers ...
2003 Runway Issey Miyake Black Puffer Jacket with Ruched Design
By Issey Miyake
Located in London, GB
Made in Japan, this runway documented puffer jacket is by Naoki Takizawa for the Issey Miyake Fall/Winter 2003 collection. Tailored from smooth black polyester with a fluffy cupro li...
Me Issey Miyake Cream Cardigan
By Issey Miyake
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Its all in the details when it comes to this beautiful cream cardigan from Me Issey Miyake.The fabric alone is the star of the show, but add on the ruching with side ties and it elev...
$427Sale Price|25% Off
ISSEY MIYAKE PLEATS PLEASE grey black cable knit print pleated midi skirt JP2 M
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE PLEATS PLEASE grey black cable knit print pleated midi skirt JP2 M Reference: TGAS/C01967 Brand: Issey Miyake Model: Pleats Please Material: Polyester Color: Grey, Black...
ISSEY MIYAKE Vintage beige hand stitched colourful sheer panel skirt M Rare
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE Vintage beige hand stitched colourful sheer panel skirt M Rare Reference: CRTI/A00484 Brand: Issey Miyake Material: Cotton Color: Beige Pattern: Solid Closure: Button Ex...
Issey Miyake Men's Black Signature "Crumbled" Jacket
By Issey Miyake
Located in New York, NY
Issey Miyake men's black signature "Crumbled" jacket. The interior has a set-in breast pocket. The exterior has three buttons on front as well as two ...
ISSEY MIYAKE Vintage black yellow polka dot crinkle sheer high neck vest top S
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE Vintage black yellow polka dot crinkle sheer high neck vest top S Reference: PYCN/A00089 Brand: Issey Miyake Material: Polyester Color: Black, Yellow Pattern: Polka Dot ...
An Issey Miyaké Plush Acrylic Jacket Fall Winter 1998
By Issey Miyake
Located in Toulon, FR
Winter 1998 Fall Collection Japan Rare iconic plush acrylic jacket by Issey Miyaké presented during the Winter 1998 collection fashion show. Light plush with long hair and large red ...
Issey Miyake Signature Floral Sleeveless Maxi Dress
By Issey Miyake
Located in New York, NY
Issey Miyake signature pleated floral sleeveless maxi dress in bold colors of tangerine and yellow measures 43" in total length. Size 3/Japan, new and never worn.
Issey Miyake Grey Shoes With Rubber Covering 2000
By Issey Miyake
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a pair of vintage Issey Miyake grey shoes with rubber covering from the 2000s collection, featuring front laces, low top, square toe, and fla...
1990s Issey Miyake Brown Felted Wool Peacoat
By Issey Miyake
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Issey Miyake coat from the 1990s. Brown felted wool with hand cut scalloped trim. Matching large brown plastic buttons. Oversize lapel. Stunning tailoring and draping with beautiful ...
Issey Miyake Navy & White Overalls
By Issey Miyake
Located in New York, NY
Issey Miyake's wonderfully whimsical navy & white overalls is accented with metallic gold scattered. There are two front patch pockets as well as a pocket on the bib section. The bac...
Issey Miyake Steel-Gray Striped Linen-Like Painter's Coat
By Issey Miyake
Located in New York, NY
Issey Miyake wonderful sheer steel-gray linen-like painter's coat is actually a wool blend of 75% wool and 25% Polyester. Yet the feel and appearance is Linen-like. The 6-button fron...
1980S ISSEY MIYAKE Tan & Brown Wool Blend Oversized Shirt Pleated Pants Ensemble
By Issey Miyake
Located in New York, NY
1980S ISSEY MIYAKE Tan & Brown Wool Blend Oversized Shirt Pleated Pants Ensemble
$156Sale Price|35% Off
ISSEY MIYAKE MEN grey 100% wool textured cropped pants JP1 S
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE MEN grey 100% wool textured cropped pants JP1 S Reference: CNLE/A00433 Brand: Issey Miyake Collection: Men Material: Wool Color: Grey Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Fly Ext...