International Influence
The immediate influence of Japanese street fashion is said to be China, Korea and Taiwan. Geographical and cultural affinities are said to be among the most important factors. The similar body shape and figure also made Japanese style an easier sought-after than that of European or American. However, the influence is not direct emulation. See Chinese clothing, Korea Museum of Modern Costume and Shiatzy Chen.
Japanese street fashion is also said to influence the West Coast of the United States. High-end fashion brands like Comme des Garçons have played a big role in the global industry since the 80s, especially through frequent cross-over guest design with other brands. Rei Kawakubo recently designed for Louis Vuitton and H&M.
Tomoko Yamanaka's work was featured at London Fashion Week, 2010.
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