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I started to work with cotton fabrics. I used cotton because it's easy to work with, to wash, to take care of, to wear if it's warm or cold. It's great. That was the start.

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Issey Miyake
Age: 86
Born: 1938
Born: April 22
Designer
Fashion Designer
Issei Miyake
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