AIRVASE sky | minä perhonen

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The Sky Series evokes beautiful melodies of the sky with migratory birds in flight and the rhythmical sound of raindrops.
This is a paper bowl that envelops air. It is possible to create various shapes by pulling it in different directions. The paper is thin and light, but when expanded it is rigid and strong enough to stand alone.

minä perhonen（fashion）
In 1995 designer Akira Minagawa created the fashion brand 'minä' (renamed 'minä perhonen' in 200 ). With its designs inspired by observations of society and poetic sentiments for the natural world, minä perhonen creates a wide variety of original textile designs, including woven fabrics, prints, and embroidery. In 2006 minä perhonen was awarded the grand prize at the 'Mainichi Fashion Grand Prix '. Its design fields now also include lifestyle designs like furniture and ceramics as well as uniforms for the TOKYO SKYTREE