Vintage Issey Miyake Belted Dress c. Late 1980s Light Beige L

A softly structured silhouette in light beige, this belted dress balances
utilitarian design with subtle brand detailing. The front panel features a
single oversized patch pocket, finely embroidered with the stylized ‘IM’
monogram above ‘issey miyake’ in lowercase, both rendered in tonal thread for a
discreet signature. The matching self-fabric belt threads through side loops,
allowing the waist to be cinched or worn loose; light beige plastic buttons run
along the placket, unadorned and functional.
Cut from a crisp yet lightly textured blend of 65% polyester and 35% cotton, the
dress is tailored for a relaxed fit, with dropped shoulders and a straight hem
that falls to just below the knee. The construction is unlined, highlighting the
material’s soft drape and the garment’s casual, workwear-inspired finish. No
accessories are included; interior labels display Japanese text, size 40, and
fabric composition, with the distinctive red ELK licensing mark.
This piece dates to the late 1980s to early 1990s, identified by the Japanese
care label, red ELK logo, and garment construction typical of Issey Miyake’s
licensed lines during the era when Issey Miyake himself oversaw the mainline
(1971–1999). The utilitarian cut and understated logo placement reflect Miyake’s
approach to everyday innovation—an emphasis on ease, movement, and quiet
branding that defined his Japanese modernist aesthetic.
Condition: Very Good — minor creasing to body and sleeves; embroidery and
buttons intact, no stains or structural flaws noted. Size 40 fits as an L
(estimated from measurements).
Model: Belted Dress (licensed line)
Era: Late 1980s–Early 1990s (based on label style, Japanese care tags, red ELK
logo, and construction)
Condition: Very Good — minor creasing to body and sleeves; embroidery and
buttons intact
Material: 65% polyester, 35% cotton
Colour: Light beige exterior with tonal embroidered logo; light beige plastic
buttons
Size: 40 (L)
Measurements: Total length 98 cm / Shoulder 53 cm / Chest 49 cm
Serial: C-KN 3333 (interior care label)
Made in: Japan