East-side story

Te Papa’s ‘Japonism’ exhibition reviewed in August’s Australian Vogue. A joint collaboration with the Kyoto Costume Institute, the show explores the influence of Japan on Western fashion from 1860 to the present. ‘Japonism’ – which comes “in perfect sync with fashion’s latest love affair with Asian influences” – brings together designs by Worth, Givenchy, Gucci, and Dior, as well as showcasing such Japanese luminaries as Issey Miyake and Yoji Yamamoto.