Marc Jacobs' playful sides goes on display at Idol

Marc Jacobs is one of the most recognized designers in American fashion today, but before enjoying an illustrious career he caught a break in Tokyo. Part of his creative prowess is on display at an exhibition now showing at the Idol gallery in the capital's Aoyama district.

Jacobs' aesthetic is known to come with an element of surprise, and a handful of dresses from the past decade illustrate his playful side. Hologram sequins, trompe l'oeil collars and exaggerated 1980s silhouettes are among what is on offer. Also being shown are the most popular Marc Jacobs advertisements in recent history, which feature celebrity models such as Victoria Beckham, Sophia Coppola and Dakota Fanning. The exhibition is a rare opportunity to see these art pieces not ensconced in glass, so check it out before they're folded up and packed away. (Misha Janette)