“Yohji Yamamoto: Renegades of Fashion” is a biographical documentary about Yohji Yamamoto, the influential Japanese fashion designer. His career spans over 50 years, during which he has consistently challenged industry norms. The film traces his journey from humble beginnings as a dressmaker’s son to his groundbreaking debut in Paris. There, he disrupted Western fashion conventions with his dark, oversized, and deconstructed garments. Yamamoto’s innovations include collaborations with Adidas for the Y-3 line, an interest in punk and manga culture, and admiration for Charles James and Takeshi Kitano. His latest collection reflects an anti-establishment stance and a vision of gender equality. The documentary sheds light on his enduring impact and creative resilience.
