tricot COMME des GARCONS 96SS Eyelet Lace Design Patterned Fabric Switching Vest

There are white stains on both sides of the front

Comme des Garçons female designer

Created by Tao Kurihara, the line is named after the word "tricot," which means knitting, and has been in the spotlight since its founding in 1981.

We are pleased to present you with a precious archive piece from tricot COMME des GARCONS, a brand that continues to produce unique and eccentric designs.

This exquisite piece features delicate eyelet lace all over the front, and a neat V-neck that expresses the aesthetic of layering, allowing air to pass through the black shades.

A slight tuck at the center front allows the fabric to fall in a calculated manner, and a series of tiny holes allow light to pass through, creating a unique look on the black surface and subtly highlighting the contrast between the skin and the inner layer.Then, from the sides to the back, a smooth fabric is used, creating a tension between the lace on the front and the flat texture on the back.

The armholes are open to allow for ample movement, and the hem is straight but slightly loose, so the silhouette stays in place even when layered, making it suitable for a wide range of seasons. The facings and edging are carefully crafted, making it easy to put on and take off.

The 1996 Spring/Summer tricot collection was a period in which black was used to depict "experiments in lightness" that fit into everyday life, with a clear concept of creating depth by layering transparency and opacity, holes and surfaces, softness and hardness. Taking this context into account, this piece is valuable in that it juxtaposes the regularity of the eyelets with the plain surface of the fabric, realizing a "summer black" that shifts shades on the body in a practical way.

Moving away from the stereotype of lace = sweetness, the added value resides in the "power of editing" that lands it on a modern and dignified look by controlling the density of the black and breathability. The degree of transparency can be adjusted depending on the innerwear, so it can be transitioned seamlessly from morning to night, or from work to dinner, and it can be said that the context as an archive and practicality coexist.

To style it, combine a simple shirt with wool trousers and throw on a tailored jacket, and the minute holes in the lace will complement the straight lines of the jacket, creating a quiet elegance. Alternatively, layer it over a sleeveless silk or cotton shirt and add a little minimal jewelry for a highly complete look.

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