Nigö (ニゴー, Nigō, born Tomoaki Nagao (長尾 智明) on December 23, 1970) is a Japanese fashion designer, disc jockey (DJ), record producer and entrepreneur.

Jan 19, 2024 · Nigo is himself known for his expression through clothing, cited by musicians and designers from across the global spectrum as a key catalyst in the development of contemporary culture. A Bathing Ape, which he founded in the mid-1990s, was a canonical brand in the first, pre-millennial wave of what is now termed “streetwear” (even if that ...

Sep 13, 2022 · As the founder of A Bathing Ape and producer for artists like Pusha T and Kid Cudi, he's been setting trends and shaping culture for decades. But with his new role as artistic director of Kenzo,...

Jan 21, 2022 · Explore Nigo's key career milestones and fashion moments leading to his debut at Paris Fashion Week with Kenzo.

Sep 15, 2021 · The new creative director of Kenzo has been announced as Japanese designer Nigo. The 50-year-old streetwear maven — who’s had an illustrious career across fashion, music and art that spans more than 30 years — has all the credentials to usher in much-needed fresh energy to the storied maison.

Apr 19, 2023 · Nigo was born in Maebashi, a city in the interior of Japan; since his childhood he has had a weakness for the world of fashion. His first contact with fashion was through the monthly men’s fashion magazine Popeye, based in Tokyo and launched in 1976. Nigo’s real name is Tomoaki Nagao.

Feb 3, 2023 · By the time the final look from Kenzo’s spring 2023 collection appeared on the runway last June, the brand’s artistic director, Tomoaki Nagao—better known by his moniker, Nigo—was already...

Jan 17, 2024 · Born Tamaoki Nagao in 1970, Nigo’s journey from a fashion enthusiast inspired by Popeye magazine to the founder of the iconic A Bathing Ape (Bape) and artistic director of Kenzo is nothing short of legendary. Let’s dive into the colorful narrative of Nigo’s life, career, and the cultural phenomenon he unleashed upon the world.6

Dec 30, 2024 · Nigo, born Tomoaki Nagao on December 23, 1970, is one of the most influential Japanese designers. One of his most significant achievements in the fashion world is the creation of A Bathing Ape (BAPE) , a brand that would redefine the landscape of streetwear.

Mar 21, 2019 · Ahead of Sotheby's 1 April sale of Nigo's personal collection, Louis Vuitton artistic director Virgil Abloh pays tribute to the Japanese fashion designer and streetwear sensation.