My mom was my muse - she would buy me Italian 'Vogue.' I was this little fashion boy.

I think when you start talking about money, it stops the whole creative process for me.

My mom was my muse - she would buy me Italian 'Vogue.' I was this little fashion boy.

Fashion is such an insider's club, but slowly, the playing field is evening out. Through social media, everyone can have a front-row seat.

I'm not a typical couturier, although I really respect them.

Japan, for me, will always be my inspiration source.

I was born in Japan, so for me, Uniqlo is a family brand. My granny used to wear Uniqlo. And my Italian dad wore Uniqlo. I wore Uniqlo, of course.