MASU Spring 2027: Shinpei Goto Explores Hero-Villain Duality in Tokyo

During Tokyo's Spring 2027 fashion week at the MASU showroom, designer Shinpei Goto unveiled a collection that explores the complex nature of heroism and villainy, drawing from his own struggles. The 34-year-old, recognized for his edgy yet adorable menswear, noted that his usual motifs of angels and cherubs took on a darker tone, reflecting both virtue and sinister possibilities. Personal memories influenced the designs, featuring jeans reminiscent of his favorites adorned with MASU's iconic diamanté; a wrinkled version of his wedding tuxedo with drooping lapels; and a worn Ivy-style argyle sweater with a heart-shaped V-neck. Gingham shirts and skirts, inspired by a birthday tablecloth, were paired with dusty pink loafers and jewelry featuring bitten apple charms, symbolizing forbidden knowledge. Cowboy elements appeared in suede capes and bags, highlighting the duality of cowboys as both heroes and invaders. This nostalgic yet forward-thinking collection promotes male vulnerability and the potential for goodness, as noted by Vogue.