A huge talent, she has been designing since the 1960s and can be seen as an influence on most modern Japanese designers.

Her latest show, while not especially daring or innovative, showed maturity and sophistication that has parallels with her contemporary Hiroko Koshino.

Lots of velvet, flower motifs, 60s patterns and couture elegance made this show pure eye candy.

It was nice to see Hanai acknowledging her younger audience with a clever take on schoolgirl chic – large socks worn over velvet pants.

Ornate and stunning, Hanai’s collection showed her at the top of her game.

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