Masaki Matsushima's collections have been exhibited in major fashion centers of the world.
Leading Japanese designer, Masaki Matsushima, has been appointed to devise the Tokyo 2016 uniform for the Bid’s final presentation at the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Congress in Copenhagen in October.
The uniform, a key element in the final stage of Tokyo 2016’s campaign to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games, will be worn by all members of the Bid’s delegation as they communicate how Tokyo is setting the stage for heroes to the Olympic Family.
Matsushima, a veteran of the fashion industry, has designed outfits for Madonna, Bjork, Tom Cruise and many other famous celebrities prior to being selected to design the Tokyo 2016 uniform.
Speaking about his appointment as the Tokyo 2016 uniform designer, Masaki Matsushima said:
"With the Bid campaign approaching its climax, I am truly thrilled to be asked to help Tokyo 2016 bring the Games to the heart of Japan’s dynamic capital. As a Japanese fashion designer, it is an honour to support Tokyo 2016 by creating the uniform to be worn by representatives of our city's Bid. The uniform I plan to design will demonstrate the passion of the Japanese people for sport and signifying the fantastic celebration of international friendship that will take place at Tokyo 2016."
On top of designing outfits for world famous celebrities, Matsushima has worked in the Tokyo, Paris and New York fashion industries and has been the creative director for leading fashion housing including Onward Kashiyama, Studio Ghibli, United Arrows, Elite Models and Samantha Thavasa.
Dr Ichiro Kono, Chair and CEO of Tokyo 2016, said:
"We are delighted that Masaki Matsushima will design our final presentation uniform. The final presentation is a vital element of our Bid, and we believe the uniform will help us emphasize Tokyo 2016’s commitment to setting the stage for heroes with the most compact, sustainable and athlete-focused Games in history. With Matsushima-san on our side, we will wear our uniforms with pride during our final presentation."
