Rebellion stirs, making one whole. A soft whisper, a call that pleads. Chitose Abe channels James Dean’s legacy this season, drawing on his quote, ‘I think the prime reason for existence, for living in this world, is discovery.’ A creative exploration, delving into the spirit of discovery and 1950s-era collegiate style, exuding a vibrant sense of youthful rebellion and reinforcing SACAI’s relentless quest for innovative design techniques.
Chakras are rising to Michel Gaubert’s wake-up call symphony crafted to revive the protagonists who survived throughout the entire week. Some of us are attempting to expand our Spotify playlist with the latest jam – in vain.
The re-enchantment of 1950s Classics is at the core of SACAI’s creative approach this season. The collection embraces nostalgia with James Dean’s iconic red Harrington jacket from the coming-of-age romantic drama Rebel Without a Cause, reimagined with a twist in an oversized fit. Varsity-style jackets with vibrant prints of cars or bright flowers are for the go on the runway, a time to flex your post-graduate degree. As in an intellectual pursuit and scholarly endeavor, silhouettes are parading with stacks of books bound together by a sturdy strap – perhaps a subtle reminder of what a book looks like, unconsciously, to provoke a frenzy at your local library tomorrow.
Cultivating the worship of denim, a cultural outlet for self-expression. A denim on denim journey where Levi’s jean jackets are pimped into tailoring fueled with declination of shades of blue. The quest for functional designs with a distinctive urban edge is perpetrated under the prism of WTAPS, a prominent figure in Japanese streetwear. A mad crush for the infused military uniforms with architectural shoulders, a must for our Parisian outdoor adventures throughout the strikes and riots.
Through innovative techniques and historical references, Chitose Abe revived the aura of James Dean, a timeless resurgence for rebellion and freedom, a momentum of collective reflection.
