Maxim’s legendary Art Nouveau interior set the stage for “Club Kenzo,” the latest collection by NIGO, Kenzo’s Artistic Director. The setting echoed the spirit of the collection—timeless, iconic, and filled with creative energy.
NIGO pulls inspiration from Andy Warhol’s Factory, Kenzo Takada’s 1970s Paris studio, and his own circle of modern creatives. The result is a collection that blurs genres and eras, reimagining the fashion narrative through the lens of a modern love story.
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The theme? A playful romance between The Kenzo Guy and The Kenzo Girl. Their wardrobes crisscross as they borrow from each other’s styles—bold, expressive, and unafraid to mix the unexpected. “Serious about their look but having fun with their fashion,” the couple becomes a symbol of joyful experimentation.
Signature animal characters return, with two new additions: Quique the Tiger and Kali the Bunny. They appear merged together—bunnies with tiger stripes—on standout pieces like a coat and a body suit with dropped straps. The collection embraces print clashing at its most confident: florals from Kenzo’s archive, polka dots, stars, checkerboards, and harlequin patterns form a striking new graphic language.
The visual tension is deliberate. Punk elements and graffiti culture meet classic tailoring and Italian craftsmanship. A hot pink dinner jacket is styled for day, while Japanese satin tailoring steps into eveningwear. Footwear makes a bold statement, with platformed bowling shoes and mules bringing comfort to the street.
Accessories follow suit. Bags look lived-in, spray-painted for an urban edge. Even belt buckles smile, a cheeky nod to the collection’s core message: “Fashion need not always be taken seriously.”
With “Club Kenzo,” NIGO proves that style can be precise and playful, rooted in heritage yet wildly fresh.
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