Dear Shaded Viewers,
“What fascinates me about your work is that, most of the time, you drape women in black, and yet… each time you find another way to do it.” Sarah Moon to Yohji Yamamoto, excerpt from their dialogue
In Sarah Moon’s fashion photography, women take center stage, with clothing giving birth to the characters they embody. Moon has been capturing Yohji Yamamoto’s collections since the late 1990s, captivated by his approach.
This book, born from a long collaboration, opens with a dialogue highlighting their similar artistic approaches. They emphasize the importance of suspended moments, creative gifts, and the constant pursuit of surprise. The words “gift” and “chance” – which must be seized through hard work – appear frequently. Both artists share a commitment to never following trends.
The book begins with Moon’s portrait of the designer, followed by iconic images from 1990s collections. Then, it jumps to the present. New photographs, both color and black-and-white, showcase collections from the past five years. The layout, designed collaboratively, features Yamamoto’s favorite words and Moon’s enigmatic images, concluding with a designer’s sketch.
This unique fashion book reveals a 30-year artistic partnership
Format: 32 x 40 cm Reliure suisse, couverture à rabats en corvon, titre en marquage à chaud Pages: 84 Prix: 150 € EAN: 979-10-95821-69-4 Textes en anglais
Available in bookstores February 27, 2025
Later,
Diane
