Happy 10th fashion show birthday to Kei Ninomiya. The very first press-attended Noir Kei Ninomiya FW25 show, on Sunday, March 8, 2015, was announced at the very last minute. It was held at 10 a.m. in an upper showroom space at the Comme des Garçons Place Vendôme HQ.
Noir Kei Ninomiya FW25: Underwater Fantasy in Paris
Noir Kei Ninomiya just plunged Paris into an underwater daydream, and it was a visual feast for the senses. Celebrating 10 years with a bioluminescent spectacle, the designer delivered a collection of sculptural curiosities that left us breathless.
Did Paris just dive under the sea? Let’s explore the depths of this mesmerizing show.
Noir Kei Ninomiya’s FW25 show was a masterclass in ethereal beauty. The dark room flooded with blue light, set the stage for bioluminescent sculptures that resembled crystallized anemones. Hand-shaped resin tendrils reflected light like the ocean floor, creating a captivating underwater atmosphere. As the lights came on, gothic companions emerged: sea urchin-like dresses and ponchos, and windswept 3D-printed headpieces.
Bioluminescent Bliss: Ninomiya’s Underwater Fantasy
Noir Kei Ninomiya: The Sculptural Visionary
Noir Kei Ninomiya, a protégé of Rei Kawakubo at Comme des Garçons, is renowned for his avant-garde and sculptural designs. His work is a blend of technical innovation and artistic expression, often exploring themes of fragility and strength. He is known for using black as a primary color, hence the name, Noir.
Key Looks
Sea Urchin Dresses & Ponchos: Gathered orbs creating prickly, sculptural silhouettes.
3D-Printed Headpieces: Windswept, wig-like fascinators add a touch of drama.
Puffy Plush Bows & Rainbow Growths: Textural and colorful embellishments add a whimsical touch.
Key Accessories: 3D-printed headpieces, sculptural resin pieces.
Beauty Buzz: Dark, dramatic eye makeup, sculptural hairstyles, and a sense of otherworldly beauty.
Bioluminescent Sculptures: Resin tendrils reflecting blue light, resembling crystallized anemones.
Dreamy & Deluxe: Ninomiya’s 10th Anniversary Triumph
Noir Kei Ninomiya’s FW25 collection was a celebration of 10 years of dreamy and deluxe designs. The designer’s unique vision and masterful craftsmanship created an unforgettable underwater fantasy.
Noir Kei Ninomiya just took us on a breathtaking journey into the depths of an underwater dream. With bioluminescent sculptures and gothic glamour, the FW25 collection was a triumph of avant-garde artistry. Did Paris just dive under the sea? Absolutely. XOXO, Style Cartel.
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Photo Credit: Noir Kei Ninomiya
