A free-spirited style proposed by the younger generation.
—I think this capsule collection offers a fresh take on athletic wear and vintage fashion from a perspective unique to two young designers. How would you like people to wear these pieces?
Makita:Since I run a vintage clothing store, I naturally design my pieces with vintage styles in mind. But I don’t think they’d look out of place even when paired with high-end brands, for example.
Ando:"Berberjin Yuhodo," directed by Mr. Makita, actively selects vintage clothing from around the ’90s—a style that previous generations tended to avoid—and young people are skillfully mixing and matching it with high-end and domestic brands. I think this collaboration’s items will go well with standard American casual styles, but I also believe they’ve expanded the range of ways they can be styled.
Makita:Since both Mr. Ando and I are in our 20s, we try to make sure our styles naturally fit in with those of our generation. If we can do that, I think it will really bring out the meaning behind this collaboration.
