Written by Deyan Sudjic, editor, writer curator and Director Emeritus of the Design Museum in London. 

This book introduces the world of Rei Kawakubo's creations, including not only fashion but also architecture, furniture and store interiors.

Sudjic goes behind the scenes at Paris shows and visits Japanese textile mills, cutting rooms and department stores to trace the rise of a self-taught designer who has become an international fashion leader.