Paris Fashion Week: My Japanese Fashion Experiment
This Paris Fashion Week, I decided to do something a little different.
I’ve always loved feminine, elegant fashion, but this season I wanted to step outside my usual style and explore a completely different fashion world - that of Japanese designers.
And I thought, why not turn it into a little fashion experiment?
I decided to create a different look for each show, inspired by the designer’s aesthetic. Some of these outfits were definitely outside my comfort zone, but that was exactly the point!
I wanted to challenge myself, discover new sides of my personal style and see not only how I would feel wearing something so different, but also how people would react.
So, here is how my Japanese fashion adventure in Paris went.
Junya Watanabe: A Little Funk, a Lot of Attitude
One of my discoveries this season was Junya Watanabe, whose Spring/Summer 2027 collection, titled Funky, was all about transforming familiar pieces into something completely unexpected.
Biker jackets were reconstructed, trench coats took on new shapes, and exaggerated details turned everyday clothing into experimental silhouettes. Even Ciara made an appearance on the runway!
For this show, I decided to go for something equally bold - a dramatic black textured two-piece with an oversized, voluminous top, a super-short skirt and futuristic sunglasses.
I loved the contrast between the exaggerated volume on top and the tiny skirt. It was daring, playful and definitely not something I would normally wear.
But that was exactly what made it so much fun!
What I particularly enjoyed about Junya Watanabe was seeing how something as familiar as a jacket could be completely reinvented. It really made me look at fashion from a different perspective.
Noir Kei Ninomiya: When Fashion Becomes Art
Noir Kei Ninomiya was another fascinating discovery for me.
The collection, Petal Rebellion, explored flowers in a completely unexpected way. Instead of traditional romantic floral designs, there were extraordinary sculptural constructions, dramatic volumes and delicate flowers incorporated into almost futuristic silhouettes.
Some pieces looked more like wearable art than conventional clothing.
And that was exactly what made the show so interesting.
I have always appreciated beautiful, feminine designs, but this collection challenged the idea of what beauty in fashion can look like.
It was experimental, unusual and sometimes a little surreal, but I loved discovering a designer who approaches fashion with such imagination.
Not necessarily the kind of clothes I would choose for everyday life, but definitely the kind of creativity that makes Fashion Week so exciting.
Issey Miyake: Pure Poetry in Motion
Issey Miyake was a completely different experience.
The Spring/Summer 2027 collection, Figure of Ma, explored the relationship between the body, fabric and the space between them.
What I loved most was the movement.
The fabrics seemed to come alive as the models walked, creating beautiful, fluid shapes that changed with every step. There was something so effortless and artistic about the entire presentation.
As I wrote on Instagram, “Pure poetry in motion.”
And I still think that’s the perfect way to describe it.
For the show, I chose a beautiful deep-purple dress with a sculptural neckline, architectural shoulders and a wide black belt defining the waist.
I loved this look because it combined my usual love for feminine silhouettes with something more experimental and architectural.
The colour, the structure, the unusual neckline - everything felt elegant but different.
It was probably one of the looks that felt closest to my personal style while still allowing me to explore a new aesthetic.
Yohji Yamamoto: The Beauty of Black
Yohji Yamamoto was another highlight of my Japanese fashion experiment.
His Spring/Summer 2027 collection was full of beautiful draping, asymmetrical silhouettes, layered fabrics and unexpected details.
Black dominated the runway, but what I found fascinating was how many different expressions of black there could be.
The textures, the movement, the unusual cuts — everything had its own character.
For this show, I embraced an all-black look with an asymmetric, deconstructed blazer, a flowing draped skirt and classic pointed heels.
I loved how the outfit combined elegance with something unconventional. At first glance, it looked quite minimal, but the unexpected cuts and details made it so much more interesting.
And there was one moment during the show that I found particularly touching.
When Yohji Yamamoto himself appeared at the end of the runway, it felt incredibly special.
Seeing the legendary designer in person, still presenting his creative vision and personally greeting the audience at his age, was such a beautiful moment.
There was something genuinely emotional about it.
It reminded me that behind these extraordinary collections are people who have dedicated their lives to creativity and continue to inspire generations.
Definitely one of the moments I’ll remember from this Fashion Week.
Comme des Garçons: My Biggest Fashion Experiment
And then came Comme des Garçons.
If there was one show where I decided to go completely outside my usual fashion comfort zone, this was it!
Rei Kawakubo’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection explored the contrast between royal life and everyday reality, combining exaggerated shapes, dramatic volumes, rich fabrics and unexpected everyday elements.
The silhouettes were bold, unconventional and sometimes almost surreal.
Comme des Garçons has always had such a distinctive approach to fashion, where clothes become a form of artistic expression rather than simply something to wear.
And I decided that if I was going to attend this show, I should fully embrace that spirit.
For my look, I paired a white puff-sleeve blouse with a dramatic black ruffled skirt, a leather harness with metallic details, knee-high boots and statement glasses.
It was a mix of femininity, punk attitude and Japanese avant-garde.
Definitely one of the most experimental outfits I’ve ever worn!
I loved how completely different I felt in it. It was almost like stepping into another fashion character for the day.
And I have to give a special thank you to @jardinero_dela_boca for encouraging me to take this fashion risk.
Sometimes all you need is a little push to try something you would never normally choose.
What My Japanese Fashion Experiment Taught Me
Looking back at this Paris Fashion Week, I’m so happy I decided to do something different.
Each designer introduced me to a completely different perspective on fashion.
Junya Watanabe showed me how familiar clothes can be reinvented. Noir Kei Ninomiya made me appreciate fashion as wearable art. Issey Miyake reminded me how beautiful movement and simplicity can be. Yohji Yamamoto showed the power of unconventional elegance, while Comme des Garçons encouraged me to be a little more fearless.
But what surprised me the most was the reaction to my looks.
People absolutely loved my Comme des Garçons outfit!
And honestly, I didn’t expect such an incredible response to one of the most unusual looks I’ve ever worn.
It was so much fun to see how positively people reacted to something so different from my usual aesthetic.
I think that’s what made this little experiment so rewarding.
I still love my feminine, elegant style, and I don’t think that will ever change. But this experience reminded me that fashion doesn’t always have to be about staying within what feels familiar.
Sometimes it’s about trying something unexpected, having fun with it and discovering a completely new side of yourself.
And that’s exactly what happened to me in Paris.
Would I do it again? Absolutely!
With love,
Sasha 💋
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