Satoshi Kuwata Debuts at Pitti Uomo 107
Japanese designer Satoshi Kuwata made a remarkable runway debut at Pitti Uomo 107 in Florence, showcasing Setchu’s Fall/Winter 2025 collection. Held in the historic Biblioteca Nazionale, the show featured a harmonious blend of Eastern traditions and Western tailoring, central to the Setchu ethos.
Origami-Inspired Fashion
Kuwata’s FW25 collection took inspiration from origami, starting with the concept of a square folded into four shades and folds. Guests at the show received folded paper mirroring this idea, symbolizing the collection’s foundation.
Highlights included Saharan jackets and coats that could be adjusted in length, button-up shirts with extendable square panels, and kimono-inspired silk jacquard pieces. A standout gray and black tartan was the key textile, used for overcoats, gowns, and robes, while collaborations with Davies & Sons produced origami-folded jackets, blending traditional Kyoto craftsmanship with Savile Row precision.
Manga and Playful Functionality
Adding a touch of whimsy, black lace eveningwear drew inspiration from octopuses in erotic manga, emphasizing Kuwata’s playful and avant-garde approach. The collection embodied “inventive reduction,” merging functionality with temporality in bold and unexpected ways.
Setchu’s FW25 presentation captivated audiences, cementing Kuwata’s position as a visionary designer uniting cultural narratives through fashion.