In a recent publication it was predicted that as a result of industrial change, the days to come will not be for the so-called knowledgeable generation but the creative one.
This will lead to a future where the essential nature of humankind is fundamental.
This essence, such as reactivity and receptivity, gives rise to humanity.
Even if they lie within the imagination, their effect is the same.
They become ever more important factors.
And they are endless.

The most unique brand was on the corner of the exhibition.

Everyday, inspiration comes from imagination.
Imagination: "I want him/her to wear these clothes" (a prayer).
The lavish use of colour reflects Inoue's desire for the wearer to be energized by his garments.

After graduating, Takeshi Inoue (t.i), formed a small company with college friends.
He revealed that "although usually I worked making costumes, I started t.i by involving friends to make part of my imagination".

Q Why did you become a designer?
A Because it's possible to "call oneself" so. To call yourself a designer I think all that's important is to be doing what you believe is within "design".

Q Is there an ideal designer?
A There are a lot of designers who I respect though there is no ideal designer.

Takeshi Inoue is intuitive.
This might be make his works imaginarily rich.

What do you find difficult in your field of work?
"It is always the expectation to have a thoughtful "concept" or "theme" for the design when asked. But honestly speaking, when I change clothes everyday I have no thought about today's "theme" or "concept".

It's been said before, "the concept behind the clothes you made is that there is no concept" ...
No. Although my inability to verbalize my ideas and designs is perhaps my own problem, but then I also think, "do I have to make them into a word?"

Q What would you be in life if you weren't a designer?
A I don't know.

Q What is fashion for you?
A It is at the time of searching. Maybe it loses its allure when the answer is understood.

The answer of essentiality is to become a more important factor, even in Inoue Takeshi.
A unique next generation is always on the corner.

translation: Ashanta G

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