WARTARU TOMINAGA Fall/Winter 2021
Photos via. WARTARU TOMINAGA
By Hailey Hinton
Founded in 2019 with an emphasis on experimental prints, hand drawn visuals, and textiles, WARTARU TOMINAGA keeps buyers on their toes with his colorful pieces, especially in his new collection.
The Fall/Winter 2021 collection is no exception–the unisex pieces are full of bright blues, yellows, prints, and mesmerizing textiles, with vintage elements throughout and inspired by his global travels. Tominaga, “most interested in the culture clash or various styles and backgrounds”, strived to make pieces that are bold, yet flow together. Describing his work? Eclectic.
The Polyester Knit Sweater and Single Knit Trousers shown as both womenswear, and menswear.
The Hooded Sweatshirt and Printed Cotton Shirt are full of life, color, and rich visuals.
The Rugby Aran Sweater has major retro vibes with primary colors and cable knit.
Tominaga has won many prizes and awards, such as the Grand Jury Premiere Vision Prize at the 31st international Festival of Fashion and Photography in Hyeres, and was included in the Forbes 30 under 30 Asia – The Arts 2018 list.