Issey Miyake exists as a designer in the most literal interpretation of the word. His clothes do not exist to put forth a narrative as those of Ann or Raf do, but rather to display marvels of technical skill and innovation. His career has been propelled by a desire to explore fabric and construction techniques, and how they interact with their wearer’s body. In recent years, Miyake has completely disassociated himself from the label, choosing to strictly to work on developing new fabrics. His scientific approach to expression of beauty has found him many vaunted kindred spirits, including Steve Jobs, whom he designed his iconic black turtlenecks for.

A-POC, short for "A Piece Of Cloth,” was a line specifically dedicated to the exploration of innovative fabric techniques. Like Miyake’s other sub-line Pleats Please, it attempted to create clothing in a way never previously done. The A-POC project sought to construct garments using a single thread of fabric guided by computer technology, with the eventual outcome later being put on display at MoMA.

These cargos are based off of vintage Air Mail envelopes. The distinct red and blue pattern which frames the outside of such envelopes is borrowed and used to dot the outside of the pockets, while the inside of the pants features full-on weaves of air mail letters and postage stamps. 

Condition: 9/10. No significant flaws.

Tagged size: 2

Waist: 16.5in

Rise: 11.25in

Thigh: 13in

Inseam: 31.5in

Hem: 8.25in