Y's for men

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Overview

Y's for men is a menswear line originating in Japan, launched in 1979 by designer Yohji Yamamoto as Y's men's line and a sub-brand. It primarily offers ready-to-wear that incorporates elements of military and workwear while emphasizing tailoring and silhouette. The brand describes it as “a collection that embodies Yohji Yamamoto’s creativity and design philosophy, using meticulous tailoring, distinctive silhouettes, and functional, comfortable, simple designs.” As a line within the Y's lineage, it is carried at directly operated stores and select shops in Japan and abroad.

Concept

Y's for men is a collection that embodies the creativity and design philosophy of designer Yohji Yamamoto, featuring meticulous tailoring, distinctive silhouettes, and simple designs that are comfortable and functional, utilizing high-quality materials.

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Founded
1972
1972 Parent brand
Y’s
Clothing

A major line responsible for men's expression within Y's.

A spin-off line launched in 1979 as a men’s-only line of Y's. It applies the patternmaking

A spin-off line launched in 1979 as a men’s-only line of Y's. It applies the patternmaking and tailoring developed at Y's to menswear, focusing on practical wardrobes that incorporate military and workwear elements. Despite periods of integration and restructuring, it remains a major line for men's expression at Y's.

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