A Tiger Changes Its Stripes

Kenzo and NIGO's partnership brings back the label's streetwear relevance.

The latest street culture OG to take the reins of a major fashion house is also the least surprising candidate—or at least he should be. For all intents and purposes, NIGO taking the position as KENZO’s artistic director is an overdue feather in the streetwear architect’s cap.

After all, NIGO’s already worked on several Louis Vuitton collaborations with…