mina perhonen (which means 'I am a butterfly' in Finnish) is an internationally acclaimed fashion brand led by Akira Minagawa. They are well known for their enthusiasm on textiles. They produce their original fabrics cooperating with both Japanese and international fabric makers, as well as ardently working on developing new materials or techniques. Their effort has evolved into a series of exceptionally beautiful and elegant textile designs, all of which are reproduced with clear photos in this big volume. All the 250 designs are categorized into Textiles, Stitches, and Prints. This creative sourcebook is indispensable for all textile designers and anyone who loves fashion."