In the late 20th century, Western high fashion was a temple of unapologetic glamour, symmetry, and performative luxury. The runways of Paris, Milan, and New York were dominated by statuesque models walking in body-conculsing silhouettes, vibrant colors, and ultra-polished aesthetics meant to emphasize status and physical perfection. Then came 1981. When Rei Kawakubo brought her Rei Kawakubo...