〈Our Legacy〉 Jacket ¥117,700, Shirt ¥81,400, Shoes ¥111,100 (Edström Office), 〈John Smedley〉 Turtleneck Knit ¥53,900 (Lee Mills & Company), 〈Nanamika〉 Shorts ¥19,800 (Nanamika Daikanyama) Knit Cap ¥5,280 (Beams Harajuku), Scarf ¥58,300 (Margaret Howell)
To pull off a peak-lapel jacket worn low on the hips, why not go all out and pair it with relaxed-fit knit shorts? The peeking-out paisley shirt and leather sandals are classic choices that match the jacket’s vibe. Try pairing it with the knit cap you usually wear—it actually looks surprisingly good. The key is to create a modern look by pairing even a jacket that makes you stand tall with casual pieces without hesitation.
〈River Barret〉 Jacket ¥145,200 (E-Light), 〈Manhole〉 Cardigan ¥82,500 (Manhole), 〈Issue Things〉 Shirt ¥37,400 (Issue Things), 〈Attachment〉 Shorts ¥ 31,900 (Sakas PR), 〈Nice Ness〉 Shoes ¥ 121,000 (E-Light)
Why not pair a striped jacket—which gives off a playful vibe—with minimalist, soft-looking shorts? Add a touch of whimsy with a pink cardigan underneath. If you look closely at the cuffs, you’ll see that the shirt cufflinks have been replaced with pin badges! As for the shoes, you might think they’re the usual suspects, but apparently they’re actually leather yacht shoes. It’s fun to pay attention to these subtle details that only true fashion lovers would notice.
〈Bedford〉 jacket ¥132,000 (Bathley), 〈Johnstons of Elgin〉 knit ¥132,000 (Edström Office), 〈Issue Things〉 Shirt ¥42,900 (Issue Things), 〈Bowles〉 Shorts ¥42,900 (Bowles), Socks ¥4,840 (Mashimo Shoji), Glasses ¥81,400 (Edström Office), Foldable Pouch ¥26,400 (Luniform Aoyama), Other items: Stylist’s personal belongings
Pair this cool jacket—with its vintage, “hand-me-down” vibe—with fresh-colored pants for a modern look. Socks are surprisingly important in this kind of outfit, so I’ve gone all out and chosen an argyle pattern that matches the knit. We often hear about “color coordination,” but “pattern coordination” is another secret trick. Casual sandals on your feet add a relaxed, effortless vibe. The key to a hip style is keeping it “effortless.”
Jacket ¥74,800 (Graph Paper Tokyo); Used jersey ¥8,800, Used cap ¥8,800 (both from Comp); 〈Bress〉 Shorts ¥143,000 (Diptrix), 〈Obscure Socks〉 Socks ¥1,980 (High Tide), 〈Eighties〉 Shoes ¥54,000 (Edström Office), 〈Andersons〉 Belt ¥25,300 (Beams F), 〈Di Drybag〉 Bag ¥29,700 (Words Sounds Colors and Shapes)
Pair an oversized jacket that falls off your shoulders with a pair of straight-leg pants to create a cohesive silhouette. This relaxed fit also pairs well with vintage track jackets and newspaper bags. At first glance, it looks sporty, but you can tuck it in with a leather belt for a clean look or opt for black sneakers. By learning to “subtract” elements, you can create a sense of balance.
〈Bowles〉 jacket ¥97,900 (Bowles), 〈Noah〉 cardigan worn around the neck ¥44,000 (Noah Clubhouse), 〈D. Drybag〉 Knit ¥77,000 (Words Sounds Colors and Shapes), 〈Issue Things〉 Shirt ¥39,600 (Issue Things) ) , 〈Lucien Pellat-Finet〉 Shorts with Belt ¥88,000 (Lucien Pellat-Finet Tokyo Midtown Store), 〈Rangler〉 Red Socks ¥2,970 (Hemto PR), 〈Birkenstock〉 Shoes ¥19,800 (Birkenstock Japan Customer Service)
Pair this eye-catching green stepped-lapel jacket with chino shorts for a preppy look. They say you should limit your outfit to three colors, but why not go all out and embrace a playful palette? The mix of colors—from the cardigan draped over your shoulders to the yellow knit and red socks—is what makes this look so appealing. Don’t overthink it; just wear as many of your favorite colors as you like. When it comes to your own personal style, there are no rules.
