Y's Yohji Yamamoto Deconstructed Asymmetric Sleeveless Top - Made in Japan
$ 52.8
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Y's Yohji Yamamoto Deconstructed Asymmetric Sleeveless Top - Made in Japan. Designer: Y's by Yohji Yamamoto. Y's label (Yohji Yamamoto's original line). Y's is Yohji Yamamoto's original line, launched in 1972, predating his Paris mainline. Japanese-made Y's pieces are particularly collectible. Y's Yohji Yamamoto Deconstructed Asymmetric Sleeveless Top - Made in Japan Architectural Japanese Avant-Garde Design Product Details: Designer: Y's by Yohji Yamamoto Size: 2 (Japanese sizing) Made in Japan Color: Blue Length: 20" Composition: 100% Cotton Item Description: Striking deconstructed sleeveless top from Y's by Yohji Yamamoto showcasing the designer's signature approach to asymmetry, paneling, and architectural garment construction. This piece transforms a simple tank silhouette into a sculptural, multi-dimensional garment through strategic seaming and irregular draping. Crafted in soft blue cotton jersey, the top features dramatic vertical panel construction down the center front and back, creating visual lines that fragment and reconstruct the body's silhouette. The neckline is intentionally asymmetric with one side sitting higher than the other, while the armholes and overall fit create unexpected volume and movement. The piece drapes beautifully with panels that shift and fold as the wearer moves. Key Design Features: Asymmetric neckline with uneven shoulders Vertical center panel construction creating dimensional draping Sleeveless design with irregular armhole placement Strategic seaming throughout creating sculptural folds Soft cotton jersey with excellent drape Raw edge details at hem Twisted, architectural silhouette Made in Japan quality construction Y's label (Yohji Yamamoto's original line) Compact 20" length creates cropped proportion Design Philosophy: This piece exemplifies Yohji Yamamoto's approach to pattern-making and construction - taking basic wardrobe elements and completely reimagining them through unexpected seaming, asymmetry, and volume. The vertical panels and twisted construction challenge conventional notions of how clothing should sit on the body, creating a garment that's both wearable and conceptual. Y's represents Yamamoto's original vision, founded in 1972, known for intellectual design and architectural silhouettes. Condition: Good pre-owned/vintage condition. The blue cotton jersey shows some natural softening and fading consistent with wear and age, giving it a lived-in character typical of well-loved Y's pieces. The asymmetry and draping maintain excellent structure. Clean with no holes, tears, or stains beyond normal vintage wear. Styling Notes: This versatile piece works beautifully styled multiple ways: Tucked into high-waisted trousers or skirts to show the sculptural draping Layered under blazers or jackets - the asymmetry peeks through beautifully Over fitted long-sleeve tees for dimension and contrast With wide-leg pants for full avant-garde effect The 20" length makes it perfect for high-waisted bottoms The black color makes it endlessly versatile while the construction keeps it interesting. About Y's by Yohji Yamamoto: Y's is Yohji Yamamoto's original line, launched in 1972, predating his Paris mainline. Known for its intellectual approach to fashion, architectural silhouettes, and predominantly black palette, Y's pieces are more accessible than mainline Yohji but maintain the same avant-garde sensibility and quality construction. Japanese-made Y's pieces are particularly collectible. Measurements: Length: 20" (Please add: pit to pit, shoulder to shoulder if measurable given asymmetry, width at hem) Care Instructions: Hand wash warm Do not bleach Do not tumble warm Warm iron Line dry in shade Decolorants prohibited Collector's Note: Japanese-made Y's pieces with distinctive construction details like this panel work and asymmetry are increasingly sought after by collectors of Japanese avant-garde fashion. The compact size 2 and wearable length make this accessible while maintaining true avant-garde appeal.
