{"product_id":"mo-000328","title":"-SPECIAL- “Y’s” 2016 Asymmetric wool gabardine long skirt","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginning in 1972 by Yohji Yamamoto, Y’s has built a distinctive aesthetic through clothing that remains close to everyday life, using black negative space, the volume of fabric, and the distance from the body. Here we present a standout piece whose asymmetric structural beauty is particularly striking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted from a deeply calm black wool fabric, and featuring a button detail near the left waist and a diagonally flowing front placket, this piece embodies Y’s distinctive beauty of asymmetry within a simple long skirt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt first glance the front reads as a refined long skirt, but the four buttons gathered to one side of the waist guide the eye vertically, and a pattern that diagonally cuts toward the center is formed, creating depth that avoids a flat, monochrome appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fabric is a supple plain weave reminiscent of wool gabardine, with a matte finish that suppresses excessive luster, yet it creates a subtle shadow as the fabric falls, allowing the black expression that Y’s has long valued to feel very beautiful. Toward the hem, there are parts that fall straight and parts that gently sway, and as you walk the overlapping fabric moves quietly, offering a minimalist yet unmistakable presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rear is designed even more pared-down than the front, with a broad, undecorated black surface that doesn't cling too closely to the body's lines and creates a sleek vertical flow. From the side, you can see the diagonal easing and an inward folded-like structure, indicating it's not just a wrap skirt; the pattern controls the layering of the fabric, showcasing the depth of Y's approach to garment-making.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside the waist, Y’s woven label is placed, and the care labels show FABRIQUE AU JAPON, MADE IN JAPAN, 100% LAINE WOOL, Yohji Yamamoto Co., Ltd., confirming that this is a carefully crafted, Japanese-made piece. The size is marked as 2, and rather than tightly hugging the body, the silhouette is formed by the way the fabric drapes and the waist-area construction, combining Y’s relaxed yet poised aesthetic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegarding its era, the care tag confirms the item number YJ-S16-100, and with the old JIS standard laundry label and the Higashi-Shinagawa address for Yohji Yamamoto Co., Ltd., this piece is highly reliable as a Spring\/Summer 2016 item. In particular, the combination of code 16 and the old JIS label indicates that it circulated before the 2016 end changes to laundry labeling standards; even within a modern management framework, you can clearly feel the black pattern expression that Y’s has continued to pursue—a standout piece from that era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe charm of this skirt lies not in flashy patterns or embellishments, but in the button placement, the diagonal placket, the drape of the fabric, and the amount of black, quietly giving a presence to the wearer. Y’s clothes are not about dressing the body up; they create space between body and fabric to bring out each person's unique mood, and this piece clearly expresses that philosophy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen incorporating into daily wear, see it not as a mere black long skirt, but as a foundation that accepts the contours of tops and outerwear, giving depth to the overall styling. It is especially recommended for those who want quiet mood in their outfit or a balance that is mode yet not overly tense, allowing you to naturally enjoy Y’s intelligent negative space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs for styling, pairing with a drapey shirt or a soft blouse will moderately emphasize the asymmetric waist detail, resulting in a quiet, refined mode style. Also, layering a cropped jacket or a clean long coat will make the skirt's vertical flowing silhouette look even more beautiful, and adding a leather bag with understated jewelry will bring out the unique beauty that lies between everyday practicality and luxury that Y’s embodies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe invite you to take advantage of this opportunity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yohji Yamamoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47988160889070,"sku":null,"price":588.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/2751\/1534\/files\/15650763-3B99-4F9D-9C6C-D384E4E93A01.jpg?v=1778237526","url":"https:\/\/mood-by-link.com\/en-us\/products\/mo-000328","provider":"MOOD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}