1970s archive Issey Miyake multi-pattern geometric wool cardigan | Size L boxy oversized

A very rare and excellent collector's item Issey Miyake dating back to the early 1970s (1970s Archive).

This cardigan testifies to the very first era of the Japanese designer, produced under the license of ALL STYLE CO., LTD. (オールスタイル株式会社), the original licensee who manufactured Issey Miyake's first collections before the global structuring of the brand.

The garment is a masterpiece of structured and three-dimensional knitwear: it combines textured cable knit patterns in an earth/sage palette with a geometric jacquard front panel of ethnic/folkloric inspiration with contrasts of purple and lime yellow.

Details and Structure:

• Design & Silhouette:

  • Asymmetrical construction with blocks of different colors and patterns (chunky multi-pattern knit).

  • Round neckline without collar with brown ribbed trim.

  • Tone-on-tone natural-effect front buttons.

  • Three-dimensional jacquard knit on chest and shoulders combined with sleeves and body in textured cable knit.

• Fabric & Materials:

  • 55% Wool, 35% Nylon, 10% Acrylic.

  • Heavy, warm, and striking yarn, with a rich tactile texture.

• Identifying Details & Authenticity:

  • Original neck label in cream fabric with vintage font and the wording "Issey Miyake by ALL STYLE CO., LTD.".

  • Original Japanese internal wash label with All Style Co. (Tokyo/Kobe) production mark and composition in Kanji.

Size and Fit:

• Size: Oversized boxy (Corresponds to a L boxy oversize).

Details and Conditions:

• Brand: Issey Miyake

• Era: 1970s (1970s Early Archive)

• Manufacturer: All Style Co., Ltd.

• Color: Multicolor (Brown / Sage Grey / Purple / Lime)

• Material: 55% Wool, 35% Nylon, 10% Acrylic

• Country of Manufacture: Made in Japan

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition considering the age of the garment.