# Elegant Japanese-Inspired Fashion Silhouettes Y's Resort 2019 Collection is Breezy & Sophisticated By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-06-28 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japaneseinspired-fashion References: [vogue](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/resort-2019/ys-yohji-yamamoto) & [wwd](https://wwd.com/fashion-news/shows-reviews/gallery/ys-resort-1202738053/) Y's debuts its Resort 2019 wear and the collection is comprised out of silhouettes that fall under the umbrella of Japanese-inspired fashion. The designs communicate an elegant and breezy aesthetic due to their asymmetrical cuts and [layered stylings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-yoke). Y's undertakes a relatively [minimalist approach](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit), emphasizing ensembles in crisp white and ethereal black. However, the [Resort 2019 collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteurs-resort-2025-collection) also boasts some intricate pieces that embrace Japanese-inspired fashion to a fuller extent. In the patterned offerings, the label uses a traditional 17th-century hand-painting technique called Yuzen. This artisanal form of embellishment was historically used to distinguish "aristocratic brocades that were off-limits to regular folk." Y's laser prints its custom designs to evoke a level of sophistication and precision. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Japanese-inspired Fashion:** The trend of Japanese-inspired fashion offers opportunities for brands to create elegant and sophisticated designs with asymmetrical cuts and layered stylings. - **Minimalist Fashion:** The trend of minimalist fashion allows brands to focus on crisp white and ethereal black ensembles, creating a clean and timeless aesthetic. - **Artisanal Embellishments:** The trend of utilizing artisanal embellishments like Yuzen hand-painting technique provides opportunities for brands to create unique and intricate pieces. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Design:** The fashion design industry can take advantage of the Japanese-inspired fashion trend and create collections with elegant and sophisticated silhouettes. - **Apparel Manufacturing:** The apparel manufacturing industry can explore the minimalist fashion trend and produce high-quality garments in crisp white and ethereal black. - **Art and Craft Supplies:** The art and craft supplies industry can tap into the trend of artisanal embellishments and provide materials and tools for artisans to create unique and intricate designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reconstructive Streetwear Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ys-for-men-x-masses.md) - [Understated Spring-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stein.md) - [Bright Color-Based Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vowels-1.md) - [Luxury Resort Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteurs-resort-2025-collection.md) - [Romantic Resort Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kallmeyer-resort-2026-collection.md) - [Minimally Elegant Fall-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-1.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Seasonal Interactive Fashion Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/washi-paper.md) - [Modern Vacation Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resort-wear-collection.md)