INITIAL × Mariko Enomoto: A Surreal Fashion Escape Through Art and Nature Blurring the lines between fashion and surrealist art, INITIAL collaborates with Tokyo-based artist and illustrator Mariko Enomoto to launch a dreamlike summer collection inspired by plant therapy and fantastical imagery. The Artist’s World: Mariko Enomoto’s Surreal Lens A self-taught artist since 2004, Enomoto is known for her dreamlike, surreal portraits where human faces merge seamlessly with flora, fauna, and still life—most notably in her “masked” series where faces are obscured by organic forms. Her work, showcased in magazines, books, and international exhibitions, draws viewers into a delicate and imaginative world that blurs reality and illusion. Fashion as Immersive Art This collection transforms Enomoto’s surreal illustrations into wearable art. Lightweight mesh and netted fabrics dance in the wind, creating an ethereal, floating effect. Digitally printed full-coverage motifs capture faces intertwined with flowers and nature, delivering a bold yet poetic statement—ideal for both the street and artistic settings. Relaxed silhouettes and soft tailoring define the collection. Open-front jackets offer freedom of movement, while mesh skirts ripple with each step, evoking a dreamlike sensation. Detachable sleeve shirts transition effortlessly between structured and casual styling, offering versatile expressions of surreal elegance. Through soft hues, delicate brushwork, and imaginative prints, Enomoto invites wearers to explore the mysterious inner world of human emotions, making this collaboration a poetic bridge between fashion and introspection.

 

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Mariko Enomoto Printed Long-Sleeves Shirt ($1,780) | Mariko Enomoto Printed Short Sleeves Shirt ($1,580)

 

 

Mariko Enomoto Printed Long Vest ($1,980) | Mariko Enomoto Graphic Pleated Mesh Skirt ($2,380)

 

 

 

Mariko Enomoto Printed Puff-Sleeve Tee ($780) | Mariko Enomoto Printed Loose-Fit Tee ($880)