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Kenzo Takada

Kenzo Takada (30) Looking back over the years, I begin to dream again

The adventurous spirit that has driven my life and my work remains undimmed

| Japan
Me with Junko Koshino, left

Up until now, I have careened through life with no plan or design. That I have been able to do what I have is thanks to the good friends and work associates I have met.

In September 2015, I invited 500 people to a party to celebrate the 50th anniversary of my first trip to Paris. The venue was a restaurant in Bois de Boulogne. Lively Japanese drums and French cancan dancing made for a festive atmosphere.

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