Hanae Mori dies "Madame Butterfly" mourning voices from all over the world

In response to the death of fashion designer Hanae Mori, close friends have expressed their condolences.

Tetsuko Kuroyanagi "Scarf butterflies danced in the world"

Tetsuko Kuroyanagi, who had a close relationship with Hanae Mori, commented, "I am very sad. I had a lot of wonderful clothes made by Hanae Mori. She was a beautiful person. Naru's clothes were feminine, sensual, and dignified, and I could wear them proudly anywhere in the world."

After that, she said, ``Mr. Mori saw a scarf butterfly that used to be sold for about a dollar in foreign countries, and decided to make this butterfly a global brand someday. Butterflies flew."

In addition, there are memories of dining at Mori's house with actress Audrey Hepburn and other celebrities from all over the world, and episodes of recommending and encouraging new designers even after mastering haute couture design in France. and I remembered Mr. Mori's warm personality.

She concluded by saying, "Mr. Hanae Mori, thank you for your hard work. I want to keep my body shape so that I can wear your clothes forever and be beautiful. And I would like to express my gratitude countless times.

Ms. Hiroko Koshino ``Senior who established fashion in Japan''

Hiroko Koshino, a fashion designer who had a close relationship with the late Hanae Mori, said, "I've been admiring him since I was young, and I've consulted him on a lot of things. There are some similarities in my way of life, so I thought, 'You. I am the successor.” He had a wonderful personality, and he gave me a lot of strength, so I am really shocked that he passed away.”

On top of that, he said, “He is a great senior who built the world of fashion in Japan. He taught me the elegance of the original clothes through women’s clothes. When I presented my work overseas, he told me, ``Keep up the good work. I remember that," he recalled.

Businesswoman Reiko Okutani "Pioneer in post-war career development for women"

Reiko Okutani (72), a businesswoman who became the first female member of the Keizai Doyukai together with Hanae Mori in 1986, said, "Hanaemori is a brand that many women adore. He was a truly great person who played an active role not only in fashion, but also as a pioneer in the development of occupations for women after the war.”

Grandson Izumi Mori "Thank you for the pleasant memories and valuable experiences"

Moriizumi, the granddaughter of the late Hanae Mori, who is active as a model and TV personality, posted a photo on her SNS with the message, "Thank you for the many pleasant memories and valuable experiences." Posted.

Hakone Open-Air Museum Executive Director "Sometimes a playful person"

Since 2012, the late Hanae Mori has served as the director of the Hakone Open-Air Museum in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture.

Takashi Nakasone, secretary-general of the Hakone Open-Air Arts Foundation, which operates the museum, said, "Mr. Mori loved the art museum and art surrounded by greenery. He had a bright personality and was sometimes playful." was

In addition, "I used to visit the museum several times a year, but I heard that after the corona crisis, I refrained from going out and spent my time at home. It's not done yet," he said.

Advice on opening a museum with a "fashion" pillar

At the Shimane Prefectural Arts and Culture Center, a complex cultural facility in Masuda City, Mr. Mori designed the uniforms for the staff who serve customers.

The scarves and pochettes are decorated with a butterfly motif that symbolizes Mr. Mori.

Miki Minamime, curator of the Prefectural Iwami Art Museum in the facility, has been interacting with Mr. Mori for more than 20 years.

In 2005, she received various advice from Mr. Mori when she opened an art museum with "fashion" as one of its pillars.

Ms. Minami said, "I'm stunned because I've lost a big presence. I received guidance from Mr. Mori at exhibitions. Do your best,' and he was a kind person."

The last time I met him in person was three years ago when I visited his office in Tokyo. I want to continue," he said.

A "butterfly" mark for agricultural products from Shimane Prefecture, where he was born

Hanae Mori, from Yoshika Town, Shimane Prefecture, is known for her butterfly designs.

Since 1990, JA Shimane, which is based in Shimane Prefecture, has been using the butterfly mark designed by Mr. Mori as a mark to indicate that agricultural products are produced in Shimane Prefecture.

On the 18th, at the collection point in Izumo City, Shine Muscat, which had reached its peak shipment, was lined up in a box with a butterfly mark.

Mr. Naoto Makino of JA Shimane said, "I would like to continue to use it so that Shimane Prefecture's crops can spread their wings like this butterfly."

"Attractive runway" conveying achievements in overseas media

In response to Hanae Mori's passing, overseas media are also reporting on her achievements.

Among them, the French AFP news agency said, ``It was known by the nickname `` Madame Butterfly '' because of its characteristic design with a butterfly motif. Many celebrities, such as Grace Kelly, a former Hollywood actress and former Princess of Monaco, have worn clothes designed by Mori over the decades.

In addition, the American Associated Press reported, ``He was known for designing the costumes for numerous Japanese movies and the dresses for the wedding of Empress Masako. It was a symbol of social advancement," and mourns the death of Mr. Mori.

The New York Times wrote, "As the first Asian woman to join the French haute couture guild, she has achieved global recognition. Her designs are extremely traditional, combining Western design with Japanese touches to bring together both cultures." Influenced designers from around the world and captivated the runways of fashion shows in Paris and New York."

Françoise Morechant "I respect you from the bottom of my heart"

Fashion essayist Françoise Morechant, who has been friends with Hanae Mori for many years, said, "I couldn't stop crying when I heard the news of her death. I respected her not only as a designer, but also as a human being. He was a person with a rich international sensibility, and he used Japanese culture in fashion, and was well-known in Paris.I am truly saddened that wonderful people such as Kenzo Takada and Issey Miyake have passed away one after another." was talking

“Pioneering in many ways”

Hanae Mori had a great influence on the fashion world around the world with her designs that incorporated Japanese culture in the post-war era when Japanese people were trying to regain their confidence.

Akiko Fukai, a clothing researcher familiar with the history of fashion, points out that Ms. Mori was a pioneer in many ways.

One of them is the design that incorporates Japanese culture.

In her first overseas collection, which she presented in New York in 1965, she expressed the traditional beauty of Japan with the butterfly motif that is synonymous with her brand.

Fukai said, ``Mori made clothes that respected Japanese dyeing designs that reminded me of kimono patterns. “Her achievement is huge,” she said.

In addition, Ms. Mori was a pioneer in terms of Japanese people's overseas expansion and women's social advancement.

Mr. Fukai said, "By the 1960s, Ms. Mori had already set her sights on the world stage, and Ms. Mori was the first to leave her mark overseas in the Japanese fashion world. , Japanese designers who followed later were able to play an active role overseas."

“Ms. Mori didn’t start dressmaking after the war because she had trouble making a living, but she had a clear sense of purpose to become independent as a woman. She must have thought that clothing was a field in which she had a good chance of winning. Designers. The important thing is the ability to foresee the future.In that sense, he was a pioneer."

In 1977, Ms. Mori became the first Japanese member of the Haute Couture Association, an association of luxury custom-made clothes in Paris.

According to Ms. Fukai, at that time, while ready-made clothes were becoming popular, it was extremely difficult for a Japanese person to become a full member in the haute couture industry, where expensive custom-made clothes were popular.

In addition, Mr. Mori is also known for working on costumes for many Japanese movies from the 1950s, such as the 1956 movies "Taiyo no Kisetsu" and "Crazy Fruit".

Regarding this, Mr. Fukai said, ``Movies at that time were influential, and the clothes worn by actors were like influencers today.Mr. Mori's clothes had a great influence on young people.'' I was.