Returning to the essence of “a piece of cloth,” this top maximizes the inherent beauty of its material. By pinning the body to a square cloth and passing one arm through the hole cut into the fabric, its simple construction creates a rich drape when worn. Buttonholes are placed at the sides and each of the four corners of the square, and depending on how they are fastened, transform the flat, linear pattern into an organic form. The unique smooth texture and firmness of Japanese Washi paper impart a lightness to the material. It forms a perfect square when laid flat, a key design feature that reflects the distinctive ISSEY MIYAKE character.
