First Collection to be Presented at Paris Men's Fashion Week in January

The Woolmark Company has previously collaborated with esteemed designers such as Thom Browne and Raf Simons. Their latest partner is Facetasm, now a leading Japanese fashion brand.

Designer Mr. Ochiai considers wool an essential material for his collections, constantly exploring its versatility and positioning it as a premium fabric necessary for luxury fashion.

His unique creations draw inspiration from Tokyo's vibrant street culture and have achieved significant growth, including winning prestigious global awards.


Following this first-ever partnership with a Japanese brand, The Woolmark Company visited Australia, the birthplace of Merino wool. Mr. Ochiai visited sheep farms, experiencing the environment and processes where Merino wool is produced, gaining inspiration for the collection's creation.

Mr. Ochiai commented, "It was a precious life experience to speak with the farmers and witness how their families have loved their sheep, nature, and land for generations, transforming it into Merino wool. I want to share how Merino wool, which we usually only see as fabric, is created with such passion and history. I aim to incorporate this experience into my creations."

The first capsule collection, for Autumn/Winter 2018, will be unveiled at Paris Men's Fashion Week in January next year, with a Spring/Summer 2019 collection to follow.