Actor Rihito Itagaki also appears! The Pen May issue, "2026 Spring/Summer Fashion Special: Designer & Director File 2026," which thoroughly dissects the talents behind brand clothing creation and features must-have items, is now on sale!

Pen May 2026 Issue (Released 3/27)

A turbulent era has arrived in the fashion world.

Designers and directors, the bearers of creation, are rapidly changing,

and the creations of each maison are constantly being updated.

While making the most of accumulated traditions and unique codes, they are presenting us with new worlds.

In this special feature, we focus on the designers

and creative directors responsible for each brand's clothing creation.

We unravel their clothing creation process and introduce items you'll want to get your hands on now.

You won't be able to take your eyes off the "new traditions" they are creating.

●Check on Pen Online

https://www.pen-online.jp/magazine/pen/576-designerfile2026.html

●Read a sample on Amazon here

https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B0GSBXY2SH/

【Special Feature】

2026 Spring/Summer Fashion Special

Designer & Director File 2026

Part 1

Starting in 2026, mark these designers!

Part 2

Under 5 years since appointment, the bearers of evolution

Why are designers "on the move" now?

Part 3

Don't miss the key figures driving fashion!

Actor Rihito Itagaki showcases the forefront of menswear

Team creation born beyond the individual

Japanese designers transmitting to the world

Encounter with engineering that innovates creation

Now is the time to look back at the legendary six born in Antwerp

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