{"title":"Kenzo","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"archival-kenzo-paris-90s-sweater-floral-patchwork-ribbed-knit-boxy-crop-takada-era-made-in-italy-luxury-designer-vintage-s-m-l","title":"Archival Kenzo Paris 90s Sweater Floral Patchwork Ribbed Knit Boxy Crop Takada Era Made in Italy Luxury Designer Vintage S M L","description":"\u003cp\u003e**A NOTE FROM THE CURATOR: THE TAKADA LEGACY**\u003cbr\u003e\nTo wear this piece is to engage with the pinnacle of Kenzo Takada’s original vision. This 1990s archival knit, bearing the prestigious 'Modele Depose' label, is far from a random vintage find—it is a meticulously selected artifact from the house's golden era. In a curated high-end context, this garment stands as a testament to the founder's 'Global Fusion' philosophy, bridging the gap between folkloric art and Parisian structural design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**THE ARTIFACT: BOXY-CROP ARCHITECTURE \u0026amp; TACTILE CONTRAST**\u003cbr\u003e\nThis sweater is a masterclass in sensory experience and modern proportions.\u003cbr\u003e\n* **The Silhouette:** Featuring the highly coveted boxy-crop cut, it offers a sharp, contemporary aesthetic that feels remarkably current despite its 30-year heritage.\u003cbr\u003e\n* **The Tactility:** Experience a profound contrast in textures—the heavy, substantial wool ribbing of the torso provides a grounding, architectural feel, while the intricate patchwork sleeves offer a rich, multidimensional surface. It is a tactile journey that defines true luxury.\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Exclusivity:** This iconic juxtaposition of ribbed body and floral jacquard sleeves is a signature of the Takada era that will never be reproduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**MATERIALS \u0026amp; DETAILS**\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Designer:** Kenzo Paris (Original Kenzo Takada Era)\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Era:** Circa 1990s Archives\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Origin:** Made in Italy (Superior High-End Production)\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Composition:** 80% Pure Wool (Laine), 20% Acrylic (For structural integrity and shape retention)\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Condition:** Pristine Archival Condition. Finding 30-year-old knitwear with zero pilling or flaws is exceptionally rare—this piece is truly gallery-ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMEASUREMENTS (Laid Flat, Unstretched)\u003cbr\u003e\nTag Size: L \/ 40 (Fits modern S to L due to the architectural stretch \u0026amp; cut)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePit to Pit: 49 cm (approx. 19.3\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder to Shoulder: 54 cm (approx. 21.3\") – designed for a structured, slightly dropped shoulder look\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLength (Crop): 49 cm (approx. 19.3\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Shipping:**\u003cbr\u003e\nShipped fully insured with premium tracking from Germany. Packaged with care for the archives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"novum ex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53612242207067,"sku":null,"price":339.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/2922\/9403\/files\/il_fullxfull.7850386703_62x4_75aa936c-6fd3-4e34-8ecf-2a04bd73d788.jpg?v=1784295465"},{"product_id":"archival-kenzo-jeans-japanese-graphic-mesh-top-90s-y2k-kanji-print-kimono-floral-shirt-tokyo-harajuku-designer-statement-piece-size-s","title":"Archival KENZO Jeans Japanese Graphic Mesh Top | 90s Y2K Kanji Print \u0026 Kimono Floral Shirt | Tokyo Harajuku Designer Statement Piece Size S","description":"\u003cp\u003eTHE ARTIFACT\u003cbr\u003e\nA striking piece of late 90s \/ early Y2K fashion history. This piece beautifully channels Kenzo Takada’s iconic design DNA, seamlessly blending traditional Japanese kimono-inspired florals with bold, graphic Kanji typography and Y2K clubwear aesthetics. The design features a brilliant asymmetrical front panel that juxtaposes a stark, graphic black-and-white striped motif with a vibrant, traditional Japanese floral pattern. Bold red Kanji lettering on the upper chest completes this highly sought-after archival aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMATERIAL \u0026amp; FEEL\u003cbr\u003e\nCrafted in Italy from a premium blend of 92% Viscose Rayon and 8% Elastane, the main body of the shirt is incredibly slinky, stretchy, and designed to hug the body perfectly. The front patterned panel features a polyamide layer, adding structure and textural contrast to the fluid viscose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION REPORT\u003cbr\u003e\nStatus: Very Good Vintage Condition.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis piece has been carefully preserved but shows minimal signs of its vintage nature:\u003cbr\u003e\n• Print: The graphic print shows a beautiful, age-appropriate craquelure on the red kanji lettering, which underscores the authentic vintage DNA of this 25-year-old archival piece.\u003cbr\u003e\n• Fabric: The back of the shirt has two microscopic, pinhole-sized areas of surface wear. Please note: these are not full holes, just very slight surface thinning.\u003cbr\u003e\nOtherwise, the garment is in excellent shape with vibrant colors, tight seams, and no stains or odors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e• Brand: Kenzo Jeans (Authentic Vintage Production)\u003cbr\u003e\n• Origin: Made in Italy\u003cbr\u003e\n• Material: 92% Viscose Rayon, 8% Elastane. Lining: 100% polyamide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eMEASUREMENTS (Laid Flat \u0026amp; Unstretched)\u003cbr\u003e\nNote: The premium viscose-elastane blend fabric offers significant stretch to adapt to your silhouette.\u003cbr\u003e\n• Shoulder to Shoulder: 38 cm \/ ~ 15\" (stretch comfortably)\u003cbr\u003e\n• Bust (Armpit to Armpit): 40 cm \/ ~ 15.7\" (stretch comfortably)\u003cbr\u003e\n• Total Length: 51 cm \/ ~ 20\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSIZE \u0026amp; FIT\u003cbr\u003e\n• Tag Size: S (Small)\u003cbr\u003e\n• Fits like: Modern Extra-Small to Small (US 2-4 \/ UK 6-8 \/ EU 34-36)\u003cbr\u003e\n• Fit Note: Designed for a form-fitting, skin-tight silhouette. The high elastane content provides generous stretch to adapt to your shape. Please refer to the measurements above.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"novum ex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53612242698587,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/2922\/9403\/files\/il_fullxfull.7813042677_b3at.jpg?v=1784295472"},{"product_id":"nos-archival-kenzo-jungle-paris-yellow-linen-blazer-rare-3d-hummingbird-floral-applique-mother-of-pearl-buttons-90s-deadstock-size-m","title":"NOS Archival KENZO JUNGLE Paris Yellow Linen Blazer Rare 3D Hummingbird \u0026 Floral Appliqué Mother-of-Pearl Buttons 90s Deadstock Size M","description":"\u003cp\u003e## Provenance \u0026amp; Era\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional, highly coveted artifact of late 1990s maximalism from the visionary house of Kenzo Takada. This authentic Kenzo Jungle single-breasted blazer is a masterclass in joyful, artisanal couture, rendered in a breathtakingly vibrant straw-yellow\/ochre hue. Created during an era when Kenzo Takada was redefining Parisian fashion with global, eclectic influences, this unworn deadstock piece perfectly encapsulates the vibrant energy and meticulous craftsmanship that defined his late 90s runway presentations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e## Design \u0026amp; Architectural Silhouette\u003cbr\u003e\nThe architectural silhouette of this tailored chassis serves as a brilliant canvas for an intricate, three-dimensional mixed-media appliqué situated on the front panel. The artwork showcases a beautifully textured hummingbird feeding on delicate botanical blossoms, meticulously executed through layered fabric intarsia, metallic satin-stitch embroidery, and hand-applied translucent square sequins. The single-breasted closure is secured by heavy, high-grade organic Mother-of-Pearl buttons, featuring a stunning natural iridescent marbling that perfectly anchors the rich ochre textile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e## Textile \u0026amp; Material Science\u003cbr\u003e\nCrafted from 100% premium-weight raw linen, the textile offers a beautifully organic, slubbed texture that retains its architectural form with unyielding structural integrity. The interior reveals an uncompromising approach to luxury tailoring: a dual-layered lining engineered from 61% Acetate and 39% premium Bemberg Cupro. This specific cupro integration provides a silk-like, ultra-smooth glide and anti-static breathability that is the absolute hallmark of elite, traditional bespoke tailoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e## Curator's Condition \u0026amp; Transparency Report\u003cbr\u003e\n**Condition:** NOS (New Old Stock) \/ Deadstock \/ Museum Quality Preservation\u003cbr\u003e\nThis museum-grade object remains entirely unworn and impeccably preserved for over two decades. It exhibits zero flaws, fading, odors, or fiber pulls. All hand-applied translucent sequins and metallic embroidery threads are 100% intact. The original Mother-of-Pearl hardware is flawless. To ensure the highest museum-level preservation without altering the unwashed deadstock integrity, this garment has been meticulously processed in-house utilizing professional, waterless ozone treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e## Details \u0026amp; Sizing\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Brand\/House:** Kenzo Jungle Paris\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Marked Vintage Size:** FR 42\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Modern Fit Estimate:** Translates flawlessly to a modern EU 38 \/ US 6 \/ Medium. The structured linen provides a beautifully tailored, yet comfortable fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e## Exact Flat Measurements\u003cbr\u003e\n*(Measured flat and unstretched)*\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Chest Width (Pit-to-Pit):** 51cm \/ 20.1\"\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Shoulder Width:** 42cm\/16.5\"\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Total Back Length:** 62cm \/ 24.4\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"novum ex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53612244828507,"sku":null,"price":385.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/2922\/9403\/files\/il_fullxfull.8134815180_812c.jpg?v=1784295513"},{"product_id":"archival-kenzo-jungle-leather-blazer-90s-vintage-buttery-brown-nappa-floral-botanical-lined-jacket-size-fr-38-small","title":"Archival Kenzo Jungle Leather Blazer 90s Vintage Buttery Brown Nappa Floral Botanical Lined Jacket Size FR 38 Small","description":"\u003cp\u003e**A Masterpiece of 90s French Heritage \u0026amp; Craftsmanship**\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Heritage:\u003cbr\u003e\nA quintessential masterpiece from the visionary era of Kenzo Takada. This tailored blazer represents the pinnacle of 90s French luxury, blending structural precision with the \"Jungle\" line's adventurous, organic spirit. It is a rare archival find, embodying the transition from traditional craftsmanship to high-fashion editorial aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Materiality \u0026amp; Construction:**\u003cbr\u003e\nCrafted from exceptionally supple, \"buttery\" lambskin nappa. The hide has developed a magnificent, uniform patina that enhances its tonal earthy umber \/ deep tobacco brown depth without compromising the leather's integrity. It features classic wide notched lapels, artisanal topstitching, and signature horn-effect buttons with intricate tactile engravings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**The Hidden Archive:**\u003cbr\u003e\nThe interior reveals a stunning hidden narrative: a high-luster, archival Kenzo Jungle botanical print lining. Executed in a rich violet and crimson satin-finish viscose, the abstract organic pattern remains in flawless condition, providing a breathtaking chromatic contrast to the earthy exterior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Condition Report:**\u003cbr\u003e\nPristine Vintage \/ Near Mint. Exhibits a sublime, natural patina without any structural flaws, stains, or abrasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Details \u0026amp; Sizing:**\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Brand:** Kenzo Jungle\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Era:** Circa Mid-1990s\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Material:** 100% Premium Lambskin Nappa \/ Viscose Lining\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Tagged Size:** FR 38\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Recommended Fit:** Best fits a modern slim Small (S \/ EU 36). Leather garments require a little room for comfortable movement. Please verify with the flat measurements below!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Measurements (taken flat, zipped\/buttoned):**\u003cbr\u003e\n* Pit to Pit: 43 cm (16.9\")\u003cbr\u003e\n* Shoulder to Shoulder: 40cm (15.7\")\u003cbr\u003e\n* Total Length: 65 cm (25.6\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Shipping:**\u003cbr\u003e\nShipped fully insured and tracked from Germany. Packaged with the utmost care for archival preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"novum ex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53612267635035,"sku":null,"price":1050.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/2922\/9403\/files\/P1013809.jpg?v=1784395469"}],"url":"https:\/\/novum-ex-vetere-vintage.com\/collections\/kenzo.oembed","provider":"Novum ex vetere Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}