Junichi Abe used elements of outdoor technical gearto push the boundaries of what is acceptable.

Junichi Abe described his collection as intentionally “messy,” but his interpretation of chaos was of the most creative variety.

By disrupting the equilibrium, Junichi Abe created a new balance that was far from a banal play on clashing styles.

The collection carried a tongue-in-cheek Ivy League theme.

Clean-cut silhouettes with a retro Americana vibe were subverted by whimsical decorations in this surprisingly functional collection.

Junichi Abe tricked out classic Americana silhouettes with a patchwork of prints, plaids and fur.

WWD went behind the scenes at Kolor’s spring show.

Mixed media and animal prints rule the spring capsule imagined by Junichi Abe, now in its fourth season.

Junichi Abe is doing a good job at constructing a relevant wardrobe based on laid-back silhouettes and — with the exception of a pop of fuchsia for spring — subdued colors. Tailored, yes, but essentially very athletic.

Here are some of the most popular looks — everything from curls to newfangled fringes.

Abe was in a glamorized mode, but the designer did it with a subtle touch and never fell into too precious of territory.

WWD went behind the scenes at the fall show.

Junichi Abe mixed military and soft, resulting in a resourceful and utterly feminine spring collection.