AW02 Junya Watanabe Painted Bejewelled ‘Skull & Crossbones’ Vest

Following Junya Watanabe’s notorious Spring 2002 collection “Poem”, the Japanese designer returned once again for his Autumn showing. The runway was a youthful ode to North-Eastern European culture, walking an array of punk-like motifs and plaid garments. Teaming up with Lewis Leathers, Britain’s oldest motorcycle apparel manufacturer, together the two debuted an array of statement pieces, each embellished with studded hardware. The season was tonal, yet authentic to Britain’s roots, exemplifying Watanabe’s expert patterning and cuts.

Residing as a one of the most famed items from the Autumn 2002 season, this studded vest features a painted leather textile and studded motif. Metallic accents compliment the skull and cross bones depiction, each silver jewel accented with coloured stones and unique adornments. Zippered symmetric pockets line both the upper chest and lower hem, a heavy zipper and buttoned clasp to finalizing the garment. In great condition throughout, tagged as a size small.