Menswear: Issey Miyake plays with form in Paris

Japanese house Issey Miyake presented the new collection from its IM Men label in Paris on Thursday. The show took place on the third day of Paris Fashion Week_ showcasing a fluid and colourful range.

Unveiled in the heart of the Collège des Bernardins_ the new autumn collection was aptly named "formless form". Coats were long and loose_ as were the wrap trousers and sarouels. These garments danced to the rhythm of the models' steps and were layered with large tunics.

Some trousers and puffer jackets appeared to be cut from duvets. Ties were worn excessively long or thrown over the shoulder_ while multiple scarves were combined to create ponchos.

The initial silhouettes in black_ white_ beige and brown were followed by brightly coloured outfits. Bright pink was paired with orange or purple_ and blue with yellow_ all linked by a gradient of green.

The looks were accessorised with very soft ankle boots or trainers_ docker beanies and cloche hats with integrated scarves.

Established in 2021_ the IM Men label is led by three members of the Miyake Design Studio: Sen Kawahara_ Yuki Itakura and Nobutaka Kobayashi. The brand has been showing in Paris since January 2025.

It succeeded the Homme Plissé brand_ which had previously been the Japanese house's focus for its Paris menswear shows.