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Yohji Yamamoto's fashion is the heart of Sarah Moon's new book

Built as a dialogue between the photographer and the designer

Yohji Yamamoto's fashion is the heart of Sarah Moon's new book Built as a dialogue between the photographer and the designer
Yohji Yamamoto's fashion is the heart of Sarah Moon's new book Built as a dialogue between the photographer and the designer

In the world of fashion and art, collaborations between legendary figures often give birth to extraordinary creative expressions. One of these exceptional collaborations is the one between Yohji Yamamoto and the acclaimed photographer Sarah Moon. Their latest joint creation, the book Dialogue, is a unique masterpiece that explores the long bond between the two artists and their shared vision. Designed with a minimalist black cover, Dialogue invites the reader into a world where fashion, photography, and art seamlessly merge. The book presents 45 carefully selected photographs, most of which are unpublished. These images, a visual narrative of their creative synergy, reflect both the evolution of their collaboration and their individual artistic philosophies. The design of Dialogue is as much a work of art as the photographs themselves. The layout, conceived by Yamamoto and Moon, features a delicate interplay between words and images. Throughout the book, Yamamoto’s favorite words, often presented in both English and Japanese, punctuate the pages, guiding the reader through the narrative. These words are accompanied by Moon’s mysterious and evocative images, which carry with them a silent yet powerful force.

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Yohji Yamamoto's fashion is the heart of Sarah Moon's new book Built as a dialogue between the photographer and the designer | Image 548607
Yohji Yamamoto's fashion is the heart of Sarah Moon's new book Built as a dialogue between the photographer and the designer | Image 548606
Yohji Yamamoto's fashion is the heart of Sarah Moon's new book Built as a dialogue between the photographer and the designer | Image 548605
Yohji Yamamoto's fashion is the heart of Sarah Moon's new book Built as a dialogue between the photographer and the designer | Image 548604
Yohji Yamamoto's fashion is the heart of Sarah Moon's new book Built as a dialogue between the photographer and the designer | Image 548607

Dialogue begins with an intimate conversation between the two artists, shedding light on their shared philosophies and mutual respect for each other's work. Both Yohji Yamamoto and Sarah Moon emphasize the importance of the suspended moment—the space between creation and observation. They speak of the gift of creativity, a rare and precious gift, and the opportunity that must be seized, often after years of dedication and hard work. The dialogue reveals how both artists have chosen to stay true to their vision, never chasing fleeting trends, but instead focusing on timeless aesthetics and innovation. Yamamoto and Moon reflect on the fundamental principles that guide their work: a constant search for surprise, a love for experimentation, and an acceptance of the unpredictable nature of art. As Moon says in one passage: “What fascinates me about your work is that, most of the time, you drape the woman in black, and yet... each time you find a different way of doing it.” This recognition of constant reinvention is the hallmark of both their careers.

The first part of Dialogue opens with a portrait of Yohji Yamamoto captured by Sarah Moon, a rare and fascinating insight into the designer’s mind. Following this, there are extraordinary images from some of Yamamoto's most iconic collections of the '90s—collections that defined not only the designer's career but also the course of fashion history. These images are a powerful testament to the extraordinariness of Yamamoto's vision and how his designs continue to influence fashion today. The book proceeds with a journey into the present, presenting unpublished photographs from the Spring-Summer and Autumn-Winter collections of the last five years. These images, sometimes in color, sometimes in black and white, are an evolving vision of the designer’s legacy. Through these photographs, we witness the continuous reimagining of Yohji Yamamoto’s classic style, celebrating the intrinsic relationship between the designer, the photographer, and the garments. The book concludes with a moving sketch of Yohji Yamamoto, a perfect tribute to his legacy and the deep connection between these two artists who have shaped the world of fashion for over three decades.

The book *Dialogue* will be available in bookstores and online starting February 27