SOIE:LABO’s Larger than Life Silk Flowers
Artist Miyouki Nakajima draws inspiration from 'wabi-sabi' in her creations that, despite being imperfect, never wilt.
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Miyouki NAKAJIMA (SOIE:LABO)
Artist Miyouki Nakajima always retains the spirit of wabi-sabi when making her artificial silk flowers. This concept, which expresses the beauty in imperfection, is the underpinning philosophy for this Japanese artist, who, with creations that evolve with the seasons, launched her own brand SOIE:LABO in 2013.
In 2016, the designer presented a new collection drawing on the expertise of Japanese artisans and painters, using techniques such as sumi (traditional ink) and iwa enogu (paint made from natural minerals). Meanwhile, she also collaborated with the brand Divka during Tokyo Fashion Week. Since 2017, Miyouki has been based in Paris, where she presented her first exhibition in the Jardin du Palais Royal.
More information on SOIE:LABO’s latest collections can be found on the brand’s website.
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Miyouki NAKAJIMA (SOIE:LABO)
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Miyouki NAKAJIMA (SOIE:LABO)
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Miyouki NAKAJIMA (SOIE:LABO)
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Miyouki NAKAJIMA (SOIE:LABO)
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