Junya Watanabe's workman-inspired collections all follow a similar trend; maybe lighter fabrics in summer or heavier, more woolen ones in winter. But in the end, he's got his niche and fills it with covetable clothes with utilitarian inspirations and a modest, care-free vibe.

A parade of mature-aged models strutted down Junya Watanabe's collection this FW19 season to highlight the Japanese designer's rustic, cool, and effortless offerings. Patchwork is still ever-present, seen on elbows, denim and the like while comfortable tailoring in classic fabrics and patterns offered something for every man, regardless of their age.

A fruity collection was what Junya Watanabe offered for SS19. In lieu of stripes, there were fruit patterned "stripes" that played into the overarching relaxed vibe that he's known for. While he tends to go towards country bumpkin more than city slicker, there was a nice mix of both, from pocket-heavy fisherman's vests to sleekly tailored sportswear.

Japanese designer Junya Watanabe collaborated with American work-wear company Carhartt for his SS18 collection that was, surprise, heavily influenced by blue collar worker uniforms. There was a plethora of denim and patchwork options while paint splattered clothes reinforced the working-man inspiration.

Capsule collections are usually fruitful ventures, they blend the identities of two labels into one to create dynamic looks that reaches a larger audience. Today, Junya Watanabe unveiled a collaboration with The North Face. The resulting collection was decidedly utilitarian, but Watanabe's aesthetic is egalitarian but here, there were cool puffers in bright colors mixed alongside the Japanese designer's loosely tailored creations from drop crotch pants, mix-media jackets and sharp knits.

After a racially controversial collection and show last season, Junya Watanabe returns to Paris with a collection about the two main facets of men: hard and soft. The resul was a mix of floral (soft) and punk (hard) references. A plethora of super chic, egalitarian designs pushed this Comme des Garcon-backed label to the forefront of the fashion season and for the right reason this time.

Sustainability was a key factor in Junya Watanabe's FW16, evidenced by the solar panels on a jacket. The Japanese designer has always been an intellectual, much like his corporate boss Rei Kawakubo. This collection's narrative was political in nature, with very snug suits, excellent for corporate warriors while a 60s theme (see the mop-tops) gave the idea of activism and populist movements. In all, the collection was particularly strong and one of his most wearable. Take the exceptional coats, whether they were traditional or for the urban jungle, like one with leather sleeves.

Junya Watanabe towed the line between inspiration and appropriation today at his SS16 show. With elements of rastafarian culture and African iconography abounding, the collection's strongest elements came in the patchwork denim and laid back designs he's so synonymous with. The narrative on colonialism would have been more powerful had there been models of African descent represented.

Men with swagger strutted down Junya Watanabe's red carpet today as the Japanese designer showcased his latest offerings. His country bumpkins have graduated to the nightlife in this jazz-y collection full of life but still holding onto the label's signature: patchwork and texture. Fuzzy jackets made from natural fabrics looked chic with slim fitted pants while tuxedos were an equal amount elegance and comfort, with a patch here or there on a sleeve or in the front by the buttons. In all, the lively cast, akin to a modern day Rat Pack, and the marriage of folksy dress and elegant tailoring made for an excellent collection.

Junya Watanbe's country bumpkins have moved to the city for Spring/Summer 2014. However, that shift to city-ready fashion doesn't mean he did not take a bit of home with him. This translated to a litany of patchwork denim with strong Japanese influences, from the lacquered hair and thick eyebrows like that seen on sumo wrestlers to the flip flops worn by every model. A shorter pant looked very fresh, with fabrics and finishes ranging from silky blends to loose with dropped crotches. The patterns, from hexagonal ones to floral and sea shell shaped ones, were a great way to break up the strong blue hues in the collection. In all, it was a triumph for Junya.

For his Fall/Winter 2014 collection, Junya Watanabe went a bit androgynous and glam rock, courtesy of David Bowie. Bowie has been a constant starting point for many collections this seasons, from runway soundtracks to hair/makeup to actual designs. At Watanabe, the country-bumpkin we've come to know and love rebelled with punk references throughout. Tailored clothing were dressed down with patchwork denim; excellent coats with just a hint of military influences were covetable while oversized knits signaled a new vision for the Japanese designer.

The Junya Watanabe man lives to be one with nature. Watanabe, a protégé‎ of Rei Kawakubo of Commes des Garcons, offers a plethora of chic country-bumpkin looks to appease, creating looks perfect for fishing, farming or heading into town to get supplies carrying a myriad of rucksacks and bags. Watanabe' also expertly mixes country and country club in an admirable manner like when he mixes tailored shorts with a fishing rugged jacket.

Junya Watanabe's Fall/Winter 2013 was an exercise in hobo-chic style, with rumpled cottons and wools, worn with bowler hats and a hint of silent film legend Charlie Chaplin.We thought the patchwork seen throughout were perfectly melded to create an intriguing looking without going full out hobo, like a certain pint-sized billionaire twin.