Akira

 

AkIra Isogawa is one of Australia’s most celebrated and critically acclaimed designers.

Born in Kyoto Japan Akira moved to Sydney in 1986 studying fashion design  at the Sydney Institute of Technology.

Akira is renowned for his contemporary aesthetic, drawing inspiration from traditional Japanese design.

Debuting in 1996 at Australian Fashion Week Akira continues to present his collections to international embrace.

Akira’s powerful creative force has seen him collaborate across multiple platforms  including designing costumes for the Australian Ballet and The Sydney Dance Company and  designing for Blunt Umbrellas and Designer Rugs, to name but a few.

Akira’s  work has been exhibited in institutions and galleries worldwide including the NGV, MAAS, V&A Museum London AND Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk.