Deconstructed Square Dress

A deconstructed square dress by Issey Miyake made from a lightweight paper weave, featuring an architectural toga silhouette with wide asymmetrical panels and side button plackets for adjustable fit.

Lightweight paper weave, adjustable side button plackets, loose fit, architectural silhouette.

Material

paper blend

Style

experimental, minimalist, modern

Gender

female

Age Group

adult

Condition

new

Category

Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses

01

Product

Loose, ankle-length black dress with large asymmetric layered panels that create a cape-like overlay and an angled hem; boat-style neckline and loose sleeve openings; lightweight woven fabric with slightly sheer edges visible where layers overlap.

• Overall silhouetteLoose, straight ankle-length garment with ample volume created by large draped panels; garment falls around the body without defined waist shaping.
  1 region

  x 0.15 · y 0.08 · w 0.70 · h 0.84 (high)
• NecklineWide, shallow boat-style neckline that sits close to the base of the neck and follows a straight horizontal line across the collarbone.
  1 region

  x 0.30 · y 0.02 · w 0.40 · h 0.14 (high)
• Cape-like overlayLarge rectangular/diagonal panel draped over the shoulders and chest forming a cape-like overlay that extends down one side to create an angled front layer.
  1 region

  x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.38 (high)
• Asymmetrical hemHemline is asymmetrical with multiple angled points and a layered lower edge that reveals an inner layer underneath toward the center and sides.
  1 region

  x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.64 · h 0.38 (high)
• Sleeve openingsLoose wide sleeve openings integrated into the draped panels; one arm is more exposed showing the model's forearm while the other side appears covered by the overlay.
  2 regions

  x 0.60 · y 0.30 · w 0.16 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.20 · y 0.24 · w 0.18 · h 0.26 (medium)
• Fabric appearanceMatte black woven fabric with a lightweight drape; edges and overlap areas show a slight translucence compared with single-layer areas.
  1 region

  x 0.22 · y 0.40 · w 0.56 · h 0.48 (high)
• Inner layer visibleA narrower inner layer or separate garment is visible beneath the outer panels at the lower front center, appearing as a straight skirt or pant leg edge.
  1 region

  x 0.38 · y 0.72 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high)

Other

Studio product shot showing model standing on a neutral light-gray background with even soft lighting and subtle shadow on the floor; image cropped to show model from neck to feet.

• Shot compositionFrontal studio shot of a model standing centered in frame; image includes model from just above the neck to the feet and shows floor shadow.
• Background and lightingUniform light-gray seamless background with soft, even lighting that produces mild shadows under the hem and feet.
• Props and stylingModel wears brown open-toe heeled slide sandals visible at the bottom of the frame; hands are relaxed at sides, not obscuring main garment panels.
  1 region

  x 0.36 · y 0.84 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high)

Colors

black· main body#0E0D0D

02

Product

Rear view of a long, asymmetrically draped black dress with layered panels and one sleeveless side; lightweight semi-sheer areas are visible at the hem and underlayer.

• Overall silhouetteFull-length loose dress shown from the back with an A-line fall created by multiple overlapping asymmetric panels that form a pointed hem toward the center back.
  1 region

  x 0.12 · y 0.05 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high)
• Right arm exposureRight side is sleeveless, exposing the model's right arm from shoulder to wrist; the dress edge at the armhole is straight and clean.
  1 region

  x 0.66 · y 0.18 · w 0.17 · h 0.42 (high)
• Left draped panelLeft side has a long draped panel that extends from the shoulder to below the knee, creating a cape-like coverage over the left arm and side.
  1 region

  x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.38 · h 0.72 (high)
• Layered hem and underlayerLower hem shows a semi-sheer underlayer peeking beneath the opaque top layer, producing a layered effect with slightly visible texture differences.
  1 region

  x 0.20 · y 0.70 · w 0.60 · h 0.24 (high)
• Fabric transparency varianceMain fabric appears mostly opaque but with translucent sections at panel edges and lower underlayer where light passes through, revealing texture and a lighter tone.
  2 regions

  x 0.10 · y 0.58 · w 0.30 · h 0.36 (medium); x 0.60 · y 0.74 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (medium)
• Neckline and shoulder detailBack neckline is round and simple; left shoulder has a small folded/stitched tab where the drape attaches.
  1 region

  x 0.40 · y 0.03 · w 0.27 · h 0.12 (medium)
• Visible model footwear and lower legsModel is wearing brown block-heeled sandals visible beneath the dress; heels and bare lower calves are exposed.
  2 regions

  x 0.42 · y 0.86 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.86 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high)

Other

Studio rear-view product shot on a neutral light gray background with even soft lighting and minimal shadow; image crops the model from head to just below the heels.

• Background and lightingPlain light gray seamless studio background with even, diffused lighting that minimizes harsh shadows.
• Shot compositionVertical crop centered on the model's back; model stands facing away with slight rightward torso turn, leaving small negative space around the figure.
• Shadow and reflectionSoft shadow visible under the model's feet on the floor area; no strong reflections or highlights on the fabric.
  1 region

  x 0.34 · y 0.96 · w 0.32 · h 0.04 (medium)

Colors

matte black· main fabric#0E0D0Dsheer charcoal· sheer underlayer and panel edges#312D2Dwarm brown· visible footwear#2D2422