Hanae mori

Hanae Mori Spring 1992 HC

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Renowned Japanese Designer Hanae Mori Dies at 96

Hanae Mori - Fall 1992 Couture

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European fashion designers have been inspired by Japan since it open its borders for trade in 1853. But while the art coming out of Japan was often appreciated and admired, the asian artists themselves have not always been welcomed with such open arms. One example of this admiration of Japanese aest

Hanae Mori - Fall 1992 RTW

Remembering #HanaeMori ❤️ The Japanese designer was the first Asian woman to be admitted as an official haute couture design house by the Fédération française de la couture. Swipe through for some of her beautiful creations seen on the runway. Photos via @gettyimages

Japan and Excellenceare two words that have always gone together in my book. And this was proved conclusively, yet again when I saw the Hanae Moroi show here recently. Aptly titled 'East Meets West', the show was an amalgamation of the best that can be offered, Whether it was the spectacular set, the music, the colour, or the accessories, it all came together as a superb blend. Best of all was the 'finish' of the garments, something that many a designer the world over could easily take a cue…