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Japanese fashion designer Issey Miyake dead at 84

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Fashion designer Issey Miyake has died, the New York Times reports. Miyake died on August 5 of hepatocellular carcinoma, per a release from the Miyake Design Studio and the Issey Miyake Group.

He was “surrounded by close friends and associates” at the time of his passing. Per the designer’s wishes, there will be no funeral or memorial service.

Miyake was perhaps best known for his innovation around pleated clothes, geometric 'Bao Bao' handbags, and a range of perfumes.

He also designed the black turtle neck Apple founder Steve Jobs made his trademark. In a statement, a spokesperson for the Issey Miyake brand said: “Never one to embrace trends, Miyake’s dynamic spirit was driven by a relentless curiosity and desire to convey joy through the medium of design.

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