A Look at Tsumori Chisato

Today, I'm featuring one of my favorite designers: Tsumori Chisato. Tsumori Chisato hails from the city of Saitama, Japan. After graduating from Bunka Fashion School, she began work with Issey Miyake in 1977 and later debuted her own line in 1990.

Tsumori Chisato is known for her whimsical/bohemian designs inspired by manga illustrations. I love the playful yet casual elements of her clothes, from the drapey/oversized fits to the fun patterns. Her clothes perfectly encapsulate the quirky and youthful feel of Harajuku fashion.

Tsumori Chisato designs usually feature a cat motif, as seen on this zipper.

The brand also has a handbag/accessories line called Tsumori Chisato Carry. Here is my review of a card case from the Carry line:

Tsumori Chisato is not widely available in America yet. She does have an e-store, where you can check out products from her current season. Alternatively, you can find many Carry items on the international Rakuten site.

Sidenote: Japanese customer service is absolutely phenomenal. I was blown away by the professionalism of the SA's from luxury boutiques to 100 yen shops. Everyone takes pride in their work, and it really shows in how they interact with the customers.

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