Number (N)ine by Takahiro Miyashita Vintage Japanese Avant Garde Denim Dress 38

Vintage 2000 Japanese Avant Garde Number (N)ine by designer Takahiro Miyashita Size 38 (Small) Asymmetric Design Black Denim with Stretch Twist Pleats at Neck Pencil Skirting Midi Length Rear Slit Rear Zip Measurements are Approximate: Pit to Pit 16" Waist 31" Length 39" Excellent Preloved Condition with no blemishes Fashion shows were conducted in Japan from 2000-2003, and shows in Paris were from 2004-2009. The brand name stems from the Beatles song 'Revolution 9,' a cacophony of musical elements with monotonous vocals repeating the words “number nine,” over and over. Frequent references to Kurt Cobain, The Beatles, and various other musical artists allow this brand to become instantly appealing to any music lover. Yet, the brand is also accessible to anyone due to its streetwear aesthetic at first glance; Americana and grunge themes are ubiquitous, and always find their way into the collections. The more you look into the brand however, the more you appreciate the subtle details and references prevalent everywhere. A melancholy tinge paints over the brand, with a somber atmosphere for some of the shows, and clothing being affixed with references to pain and sorrow. This comes as no surprise, with Mr. Miyashita being no stranger to reflecting on his mental hardships. He even thanked his doctors on the back of the staff tee shirt for SSAW2003. Number (N)ine becomes the literal embodiment of the phrase “wearing your heart on your sleeve.”