Comme des Garçons is one of the world’s most innovative and trailblazing fashion brands, helmed by its inimitable founder, Japanese designer Rei Kawakubo (b. 1942), who has a penchant for breaking fashion and cultural norms. The only living designer apart from Yves Saint Laurent to have a retrospective at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute, Kawakubo has permanently changed fashion with designs that challenge traditional ideas of beauty with a creative and transgressive exuberance.
After studying art and literature at Keio University in Tokyo, Kawakubo worked as a freelance stylist before establishing her own label in 1969. Comme des Garçons — which is also known as CDG — officially launched in 1973, and Kawakubo opened her first store in Tokyo three years later. She has since been instrumental in pioneering many concepts now familiar in contemporary fashion.
One of Kawakubo's most iconic moves was her introduction of androgynous styles (Comme des Garçons means “like the boys” in French) with asymmetrical, twisted silhouettes that envelope the body. While she told the New York Times that the “basics of clothing lie in men’s fashion,” Kawakubo believes in the concept of humanness in clothes (she titled her spring 1995 show “Transcending Gender”).
In the 1970s, when color-blocking was the norm, Kawakubo stuck to her monochromatic color palette dominated by shades of black with uncompromising dedication, although with evocative and powerful use of red and white.
Comme des Garçons is also known for an often shocking take on fashion. Deconstructed tailoring, violently slashed fabric and sculptural shapes are some themes that run through the brand’s collections, but Kawakubo never explains the meaning of her conceptual pieces, which fall somewhere between art and fashion.
Designer Junya Watanabe, who worked alongside Kawakubo for nearly a decade, operates an atelier based within the Tokyo headquarters of Comme des Garçons, and he established a line under Kawakubo's label in the early 1990s. Since then, even though the brand has launched additional lines and more commercial offshoots like PLAY, known by the iconic heart motif with eyes, the premier men’s line Homme Plus and the multilabel Dover Street Market that opened in 2004, the essence of Comme des Garçons remains Kawakubo’s otherworldly and undefinable creations, which are impossible to ignore.
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Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons 2003 Frayed Hem Coat & Dress
By Comme des Garçons, Junya Watanabe
Located in Oakland, CA
Circa 2003 Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons black wool coat and dress. Fuzzy wool texture with frayed-edge details throughout. Long coat wis ...
COMME DES GARCONS 1997 Vintage Lumps and Bumps gingham checked blue red set
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS 1997 Vintage Lumps and Bumps gingham checked blue red set Reference: CRTI/A00722 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1997 Lump And Bumps Mat...
Comme des Garcons AD 2002 Bondage Top and Jacket
By Junya Watanabe, Comme des Garçons
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black fine cotton 2 piece set consisting of a sleeveless top and matching jacket from Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons. The sleeves top has a crew neckline and a confi...
COMME DES GARCONS Vintage 1997 Lumps & Bumps red asymmetric top black skirt M
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS Vintage 1997 Lumps & Bumps red asymmetric top black skirt M Reference: CRTI/A00043 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: AD1996 Material: ...
Comme des Garçons Spring 1996 Pink Color Block Pant Ensemble, Runway
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
At the Comme des Garcons Spring 1996 show, Rei Kawakubo announced "red is the new black". Her use of color in this collection is kaleidoscopic and full of life. Pieces from this runw...
1997 COMME DES GARCONS navy wool 3 piece RUNWAY ensemble with sheer panels
By Comme des Garçons
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rare three-piece set from Comme des Garçons Fall 1997 Ready-to-Wear collection, which is remembered for Rei Kawakubo’s bold exploration of transparency, layering, and deconstructed t...
Rare Comme Des Garçons Peplum Jacket AD 1986
By Comme des Garçons
Located in New York, NY
Very Rare Comme Des Garçons structured peplum jacket . Excellent condition. Size S. Same as seen at CDG add Made in Japan. FINAL SALE
Comme Des Garcons Runway Look11 Tulle Top & Draped SkirtDress 2Piece Set SS 1997
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo Comme Des Garcons
Located in Chicago, IL
For Comme des Garcons Spring/Summer 1997 iconic collection titled "Body Meets Dress, Dress Meets Body", which was nicknamed lumps-and-bumps, Rei Kawakubo designed this navy two-piece set of a transparent pullover long-sleeve net tulle blouse and a convertible translucent bias-cut draping long skirt or tube dress, which debuted on the runway in "Look 11" among the Vogue coverage (partly concealed under a navy open robe). Significantly, our pair repeats the fashion show's "Look 1" theme--which was interpreted by TheMet museum curators as "clothing-absence/body-presence"--with a see-through symmetrical top revealing breasts and a bias-cut draped asymmetrical skirt that clings to body curves. Variations of this silhouette were modeled in white, navy or red. Many had net-encased organ-shaped down pillows freely inserted into net underlays by the designer to shockingly distort the silhouettes with impossible feminine curves, such as with two kidney-shapes on the back or a tube across the front of the hips. This set will likewise accommodate such padding that is apparent in the Vogue photos...
rare COMME DES GARCONS 1997 Lumps Bumps padded irregular cut top skirt set M
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare COMME DES GARCONS 1997 Lumps Bumps padded irregular cut top skirt set M Reference: TGAS/A06031 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Model: Lumps and Bumps Collection:...
COMME DES GARCONS White Cotton Open Weave Lace Ensemble, 2004
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From 2004. Two-piece ensemble in white poly cotton blend eyelet. Jacket has asymmetrical zip front - half lined. Pants are elastic waist, fully lined and cropped. Excellent condition...
Comme Des Garcons Red Ruffle Tartan Jacket And Pants Suit Ensemble
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a Comme Des Garçons red ruffled tartan jacket and pant suit ensemble. The jacket features ruffles down each side, a single-breasted f...
Comme des Garçons bias-cut herringbone tweed skirt suit, fw 1999
By Comme des Garçons
Located in London, GB
▪ Comme des Garçons skirt suit ▪ Designed by Rev Kawakubo ▪ Cream and grey herringbone tweed with metallic gold thread ▪ Rectangular bias-cut jacket with safety-pin closure ▪ Can b...
Comme des Garçons by Rei Kawakubo Skirt Suit A/W 1986
By Rei Kawakubo Comme Des Garcons, Comme des Garçons
Located in London, GB
- Autumn / Winter 1986 Comme des Garçons runway collection by Rei Kawakubo - Sold by Mae Vintage - Black avant garde skirt suit. Double breasted jacket with voluminous peplum. Lon...
Comme Des Garcons Green Camouflage Polka Dot Skirt & Mesh Top Ss 2001
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Comme des Garçons green camouflage polka dot skirt and mesh top from the 2001 collection. The ensemble features camouflage strip ap...
vintage COMME DES GARCONS 1989 blue linen ruched sleeve cut out top shorts set M
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage COMME DES GARCONS 1989 blue linen ruched sleeve cut out top shorts set M Reference: CRTI/A00427 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1989 Material: Lin...
Comme Des Garcons Gray 3-Piece Felt Vest, With Attached Shirt, and Pleated Skirt
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a vintage Comme Des Garçons grey three piece vest with attached shirt and pleated skirt. The top features a long sleeve button up attached ...
2001 COMME DES GARCONS floral velvet corset skirt suit - new
By Comme des Garçons
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This Comme des Garcons suit from Fall of 2001 is made from a dark velvet with a botanical pattern. The jacket has a straight cut with a wide, ruffled collar that can be worn open or ...
Comme Des Garcons Floral Pant Ensemble With 3-D T- Shirt & Pants 2004
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Comme des Garçons floral pants and t-shirt ensemble from the spring 2004 collection, featuring a short-sleeved t-shirt with red 3d ...
Comme des Garçons grey rayon blouse and wrap skirt set, 1984
By Comme des Garçons
Located in London, GB
▪ Comme des Garçons grey skirt suit ▪ Loose fit blouse with deep neckline ▪ Maxi wrap skirt with cut-out panel ▪ Can be worn in multiple ways ▪ One ...
F/W 1994 John Galliano Runway Black Satin Double Breasted Pantsuit 38FR
By John Galliano
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible black satin John Galliano oversized suit. From the Fall/Winter 1994 collection, a version of this fabulous suit debuted on the ...
$1,770
Size: MEAUSREMENTS IN DESCRIPTION
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER S/s 1999 Venus De Milo Kimono Neckline Mesh Set
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This striking set features a bold, body-conscious midi dress paired with a captivating artistic design with the famous print VENUS DE MILO. The dress, made from a lightweight, stret...
Iconic Blondie Jumpsuit 1979 Thierry Mugler
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Praha 4, Hlavní město Praha
Rare 1979 Thierry Mugler Jumpsuit as seen on Debbie Harry ( Blondie ) in Shayla music video and performing on Saturday Night Live. Truly a mus...
$1,995
Size: IT42 / US8
F/W 2004 Versace by Donatella Black Wool Blend Pinstripe Medusa Belted Suit IT42
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black wool pinstripe Versace skirt suit designed by Donatella Versace. From the Fall/Winter 2004 collection, this skirt suit has a matching pinstriped blazer, skirt, and belt. The classically tailored skirt suit is elevated with shiny silver-tone Versace Medusa...
Christian Dior Runway Copper Mirrored Romper and Maxi Skirt Spring 2018 Sz 34FR
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Christian Dior Runway/Editorial Copper Mirrored Romper and Maxi Skirt Spring 2018 Size 34FR
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Y2K 2000 Tuxedo Style Black Wrap Jacket Pants Suit 40
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
STUNNING GUCCI TAILORED PANT SUIT FROM TOM FORD'S FOR GUCCI A Gucci by Tom Ford pants suit Stunning piece consisting of pant...
$5,190
Size: IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Alexander McQueen dusty pink wool skirt suit with lace inserts, ss 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen dusty pink wool skirt suit with lace inserts on the front and back of the jacket reflecting details from the runway show. The skirt features two deep slits at the f...
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Tuxedo Evening Suit An extremely rare piece from his final collection in 2004 for Yves Saint Laurent Stunnin...
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Vintage Fall 1991 Gold Brocade Jacket Skirt Suit
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This vintage 1991 Yves Saint Laurent suit features a luxurious gold brocade jacket and matching high-waisted pencil skirt. The tailored jacket has a round neckline, ornate gold butto...
$17,075
Size: 36 FR Jacket / 38 FR Skirt
Dior John Galliano A/W 1999 Skirt Suit Set in Pink Wool w/ Brown Fox Fur Trim
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano A/W 1999 Skirt Suit in Pink Stretch Wool w/ Brown Fox Fur Trim An elegant Christian Dior by John Galliano ensemble from the Autumn/Winter 1999 collec...
Spectacular Vintage Christian Lacroix Black Beaded Lizard Le Smoking Pant Suit
By Christian Lacroix
Located in San Diego, CA
Spectacular vintage 90s CHRISTIAN LACROIX wide leg black beaded +sequin pantsuit! Incredible tailored fitted blazer, with matching wide leg flared trousers. Three buttons up the fron...
$3,995
Size: Equivalent size 36/38 France
An Iconic Yves Saint Laurent 1967 Couture Three-Piece Skirt Suit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toulon, FR
Fall Spring Summer 1967. France Iconic three-piece skirt suit with fine stripes as a counterpart to the famous trouser suit that Yves Saint Laurent created in 1967. Chocolate wool c...
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Lace Up Skirt & Bodysuit Top 2 Piece Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Lace Up Skirt & Bodysuit Top 2 Piece Set Ensemble Size: the bodysuit is size M and the skirt is size L Condition: good vintage condition,...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Suit, F/W 2003
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Norwich, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano blazer skirt suit, from the Fall/Winter 2003 collection. Black floral lace with velvet collar and cuffs. Ruched skirt with a sheer tulle panel and sca...
F/W 2002 Thierry Mugler Couture Pink Flame Bustier and Skirt Ensemble
By Thierry Mugler, Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Concord, NC
Create a statement in this enchanting Thierry Mugler Couture bustier and skirt ensemble. From the Fall Winter 2002 collection, this rare silk two piece ensemble features a striking c...
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Size: Size: Top and Skirt- Medium
Comme Des Garcons Black And White Double Layered Top And Ruffle Skirt 1998
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is excited to offer a vintage Comme des Garçons black and white double layered tank top and single ruffle skirt ensemble from the Spring/Summer 1998 collection. An exce...
Asymmetrical mix fabric vest and wrap skirt ensemble COMME DES GARCONS
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Asymmetrical mix fabric vest and wrap skirt ensemble. Main fabric composition ( check) : 88% wool, 9% nylon, 2% rayon. 2nd fabric ( flower print inspired from a carpet pattern) comp...
Comme des Garçons 1999 Vintage Velvet Paisley Wrap Skirt & Blouse Set
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Comme des Garçons two-piece skirt set from 1999. Matching blouse and wrap skirt cut from a velvet paisley print. The pieces are constructed in multiple panels. The skirt features a...
Comme des Garçons White Blazer and Organza Skirt Bridal Ensemble, FW 1987
By Comme des Garçons
Located in London, GB
Bridal ensemble by Rei Kawakubo for Comme des Garçons, from the Fall-Winter 1987 collection. Comprising a sharply tailored, double-breasted cropped jacket in ivory cotton twill, pair...
COMME DES GARCONS 1980's Vintage blue shirred stitch top layered checked skirt M
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS 1980's Vintage blue shirred stitch top layered checked skirt M Reference: CRTI/A00689 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Material: Cotton, Wool Color: ...
COMME DES GARCONS 1997 Vintage Lumps and Bumps red sheer top irregular skirt S
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS 1997 Vintage Lumps and Bumps red sheer top irregular skirt S Reference: CRTI/A00721 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Material: Viscose Color: Red Pat...
COMME DSE GARCONS 1980's Vintage red polka babydoll skirt down set S
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DSE GARCONS 1980's Vintage red polka babydoll skirt down set S Reference: CRTI/A00581 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1980s Material: Cotton Color: Red, Yellow Pattern: Polka Dot Closure: Button Extra Details: Famous Comme Des Garcons polka dot...
rare COMME DES GARCONS 2012 Runway 2D Flat Packed Doll floral checkered set XS
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare COMME DES GARCONS 2012 Runway 2D Flat Packed Doll floral checkered set XS Reference: CRTI/A00580 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 2012 - Runway Materi...
rare COMME DES GARCONS 2012 Runway 2D Flat Packed Doll green camo pink set S
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare COMME DES GARCONS 2012 Runway 2D Flat Packed Doll green camo pink set S Reference: CRTI/A00584 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Model: Camo pink pants 2D set Coll...
Runway COMME DES GARCONS 2005 Vintage deconstructed punk plaid blazer skirt S
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
Runway COMME DES GARCONS 2005 Vintage deconstructed punk plaid blazer skirt S Reference: CRTI/A00583 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 2005 - Runway Materia...
rare COMME DES GARCONS Vintage 1998 Runway patchwork inside out jacket skirt S
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare COMME DES GARCONS Vintage 1998 Runway patchwork inside out jacket skirt S Reference: CRTI/A00582 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1998 - Runway Mater...
COMME DES GARCONS 1980's Vintage black wool trapeze layered sweater skirt set M
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS 1980's Vintage black wool trapeze layered sweater skirt set M Reference: CRTI/A00593 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1980s Material: Woo...
Runway COMME DES GARCONS Vintage brown velvet floral mesh coat corset skirt S
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
Runway COMME DES GARCONS Vintage brown velvet floral mesh coat corset skirt S Reference: CRTI/A00585 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 2001 - Runway Materi...
COMME DES GARCONS Vintage 1997 Lumps & Bumps red asymmetric top black skirt M
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS Vintage 1997 Lumps & Bumps red asymmetric top black skirt M Reference: CRTI/A00043 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: AD1996 Material: Nylo...
vintage COMME DES GARCONS 1989 blue linen ruched sleeve cut out top shorts set M
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage COMME DES GARCONS 1989 blue linen ruched sleeve cut out top shorts set M Reference: CRTI/A00427 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Colle...