Style03_Rai Chiba Even though I've hardly ever worn leather shoes, it's easy for me to try them on."
Rai Chiba is a graphic artist (Cream Ecoes) and also runs a secondhand store "ORNANEMT STORE. Chiba says that he has always worn sneakers and has never tried leather shoes, but the "No. LX906" from HARUTA is for people like him who want to try leather shoes. The glossy oiled leather adds a touch of elegance to her usual outfits.
You are a graphic artist and also run "The Ornament Store", How did that come about?
Chiba:I started working as an artist three years ago. I was in a band and wanted to try my hand at jacket production. I started "Ornament Store" as a hobby of collecting small items. Then I worked at a recycle store to learn more, and started my own store.
I see. So, your favorite things have grown into what they are today. Do you often choose graphic fashion as well?
Chiba:Yes, I do. I don't have that many band T-shirts, but I collect T-shirts with graphics I like. The T-shirt I am wearing today I bought because I liked the design when the "Ornament Store" had a pop-up at a vintage clothing store "Sunburn" in Yokohama.
HARUTA's "No. LX906" is also suitable for casual items such as this T-shirt, isn't it?
Chiba:I have rarely worn leather shoes in the past, but HARUTA's loafers are easy to wear, even for me. Besides, I am in my late twenties, so I wanted to try a more mature look, and these shoes fit the bill.
I think they are perfect for first-time wearers of leather shoes. This is one of HARUTA's long-selling standard items.
Chiba:Maybe it's because it's been updated to oiled leather, but the matte texture is nice and elegant.
