Michiko Koshino, a designer who defined 80s Japan and raced through the streets of the UK.
Wow, this is incredibly rare. I never thought I’d come across an archival piece from Michiko Koshino.
From the late 80s to the early 90s, acid house, techno, and rave party culture exploded in the UK.
During this time, MICHIKO KOSHINO evolved at the forefront, based in London and deeply linked to this musical culture.
This piece was born right in the midst of that vortex, capturing the raw energy of the UK that we all admired at the time.
Featuring deep forest green and orange-brown tones—reminiscent of Cell from Dragon Ball—this is a cool vest that takes inspiration from a fisherman's vest and elevates it into a streetwear staple.
At first glance, the material looks like nylon, but it is actually a lustrous cotton that feels as smooth as silk. Seeing the "Made in Italy" tag made perfect sense; it is that quintessential Italian cotton: lightweight yet incredibly tough.
It features a drawcord at the waist and comes fully equipped with gusseted pockets. The balance between the zip and velcro closures is perfection.
It’s as free and functional as rave wear should be, yet avant-garde and undeniably cool.
It has that distinct, otherworldly aura that makes you want to stop and ask, "Where is that from?" It emanates the kind of aura only an original can.
An enticing archival piece designed by Michiko—a figure of Japanese pride, loved by icons from David Bowie and the Spice Girls to underground musicians—while she was breathing in the air of London at the time.
I’d like to close with Michiko’s incredibly cool stance on fashion:
"Fashion should exist alongside sound and air." (How cool is that?)
*Has been washed once.
Price includes shipping and tax / World Shipping And Tax Including Price
Model height - 167cm
Material - cotton
Size - Labeled 12, fits women wide (S-L)
Measurement on flat (cm)
Length 52
Width 59
Shoulder width 42
Condition - No issues
