Designer of the Week: Eley Kishimoto

Eley Kishimoto refer to themselves as “surface decorators,” but to many in the fashion world, they are also the “patron saints of print.” Formed in the early 90s by Mark Eley and Wakako Kishimoto, the line enjoyed partnerships with major design houses like Louis Vuitton, Alexander McQueen, and Jil Sander before launching their own womenswear collection in the mid-90s.

Eye It: Spring 2009 RTW

Buy It: Eley Kishimoto Online

Pumps in Black/White/Yellow$173.65 (orig. $332)

Scalloped Sundress $374

Peter Pan Dress £362/~$546

Silk Frill Trim Top $274

Mary Jane Pumps $166.75 (orig. $319)

Felt Rabbit Coat £338/~$509 (orig. £675/~$1017)

Bunny Dance Top £100/~$150 (orig. £200/~$301)