Raw-Edge Pleated Pinafore Dress

The pinafore-style silhouette of this black dress spotlights Comme des Garçons Comme des Garçons’ enduring utilitarian, uniform influence. It has wide straps and a raw-edge bodice, then falls to a pleated midi-length skirt for a deconstructed reimagining of school attire. Continue the studious mood by layering it over a crisp white shirt.

• 100% polyester
• Model is a size 08UK and wears a size S (08UK/ 04US/ 40IT/ 36FR) Height 5ft 7in/170cm, Waist 25.5in/65cm, Hip 36in/91cm, Inseam leg 30.4in/77.2cm

It’s said that the Comme Des Garçons offshoot is inspired by what designer, Rei Kawakubo likes to wear herself. A pared-back capsule of everyday tailoring and knitwear is elevated by idiosyncratic silhouettes and detailing, for a collection that’s timeless yet contemporary.