-Intro
Tomihiro Kono blends hairstyles, anime-inspired expressions, and jewelry to create colorful, character-filled designs. Balenciaga and Kanye West use headgear to convey power and mystery, reflecting modern needs for protection. From medieval armor to animal-inspired designs by niche brands, masks and headgear in fashion have evolved into symbols of individuality and self-expression.
-Value
The design uses metal embellishments to express emotions and explores the "piercing craze." By mimicking emoticons, it gives characters unique emotional traits, extending mask culture into the "anime" realm. It emphasizes emotional expression and calls for attention to vulnerability and loneliness, encouraging mutual support.