Pleats Please Issey Miyake

The Issey Miyake's Pleats Please collection was first presented in 1993. The manufacturing process of Pleats Please clothing, which is composed of unique pieces of high-quality 100% polyester fabric, is innovative: first, the pieces are cut and sewn together, creating garments that are between two and a half and three times larger; then, the individual parts are manually placed in a heat press between two sheets of paper. The garments emerge with permanent pleats, whether they are tube dresses, cardigans, skirts, shirts, or pants with elastic waistbands. This industrial process allows the texture and shape to be created simultaneously.

Vertical, horizontal, and zigzag pleating is used to produce various architectural effects and forms. Pleats Please clothing is highly practical and functional: the garments are easily stored, travel well, require no ironing, can be machine-washed, and dry in minutes. The shapes are simple, and the colors are diverse (each season, there is a range of standard colors available, to which temporary colors and prints are added). The simple beauty, comfort, lightness, and easy care of the clothing have changed the way many women around the world dress.

For the first time, a book tells the story of these revolutionary garments. A comprehensive collection of texts and images explores the fundamental concept of Issey Miyake's Pleats Please, from its origins to the material development or public reception. The technology used in the production process, including the manufacturing of the original thread, is also discussed: the pleating process is revealed for the first time! Exclusive photographs of the factories accompany the generous selection of images of the clothing itself.

The book provides a comprehensive understanding of the Pleats Please collection, from its innovative manufacturing process to its impact on the fashion industry and the way people dress. The attention to detail and the in-depth exploration of the technical aspects make it a valuable resource for anyone interested in fashion, design, or the history of Issey Miyake's groundbreaking work.

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