Costume Designer David Bowie, Kansai Yamamoto Dies

Kansai Yamamoto (Instagram @kansai_yamamoto_official)

JAKARTA - The sad news comes from the fashion industry. Kansai Yamamoto, David Bowie's flagship designer in his stage act passed away on Tuesday, July 21st but only broadcast on Monday, July 27th.

Through his official Instagram account, the designer representative was pronounced dead from Acute Myeloid Leukemia.

"In a state of fighting his illness, he is always positive, never loses his passion for creation and has a strong desire to recover to meet you again."

"Human power is unlimited" that is the motto he never leaves and is always challenged despite the difficult situation. "

In his life, Kansai Yamamoto was a great designer who had a huge influence on the fashion industry of the 80s. The designer who was born on February 8, 19 made his collection and distinctive luxury, making him a costume designer for David Bowie and friends with Elton John and Stevie Wonder.

Adapting a futuristic concept, Bowie brought Kansai during the Aladdin Sane tour. He also changed the style of the kimono (traditional Japanese dress) into an avant garde yet classic piece that Bowie had worn. But David Bowie is just a few of the achievements of Kansai Yamamoto.

His clothing collection has crossed the globe in the ranks of international fashion events. He became the first Japanese designer to hold a fashion show in London in 1971. Until the end of his life, he was trusted to collaborate with a number of names such as Anna Sui and Marc Jacobs.

He had a hiatus and focused on entertainment. Through his His Super Shows , he performed the blending of dance and acrobatics. Kansai has performed worldwide for this art.

"For me, father is not just an energetic soul that the world knows, but someone who is wise, kind and loving," wrote the son, Mirai Yamamoto on his Instagram.

Designer Marc Jacobs uploaded photos of togetherness and stories of his meeting with Kansai Yamamoto. He loves the creative power of Kansai which has inspired him in the world of fashion .

David Bowie, through his Twitter account, expressed his condolences to the designer. "We send our sympathies to his family and close associates during this sad time."

RIP Kansai Yamamoto - It is with much sorrow that we report the death of Japanese designer, @kansai_yamamoto , who passed away on 21st July, aged 76. Our thoughts and sympathies go out to his family and those close to him at this sad time. #BowieKansai pic.twitter.com/6HUnBkOW7w

- David Bowie Official (@DavidBowieReal) July 27, 2020

The Nippon Genki Project 2020 Super Energy online streaming event hosted with Kansai Yamamoto will continue on July 31. Kansai Yamamoto died at the age of 76. Goodbye, Kansai Yamamoto.