model Natsumi Asai
PROFILE
Born in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, in 1994 . She is an up-and-coming model who has been featured in brand looks and TV commercials, and has been making a name for herself. She is a big fan of hip-hop, especially from the 80s and 90s. . His love of hip-hop has recently led him to become a DJ. She also loves street culture such as skateboarding and graffiti, and spends her days out on the town to deepen her knowledge.
Instagram:@amainatsu
Do you remember the first time you wore Vans?
When I was in middle school, my brother was wearing "HALF CAB" and they were so cool that I got them for him too. I remember that there were no other girls wearing the mid-cut silhouette and that they were very comfortable. . Later, I saved my allowance and bought a pair of "LAMPIN".
What are the key points of customized design?
I tried to doodle in a lurid manner items and things I like related to myself, such as the racket I use on a regular basis and the turntable related to my favorite hip-hop music. I like blue, so I used it as the base color for the upper, and I wanted to create a peaceful atmosphere, so I used red as a subtle color.
How did you like the design?
I always doodle illustrations, and once again I realized how fun it is to draw! If I win, I will get a pair of "Vans" shoes of my own design and win $25,000, which is a dream come true and a wonderful contest.
In what situations would you like to wear the shoes you designed?
I want to emphasize the coloring by matching them with clothes of simple design, or color-match them with other items while letting the shoes be the star, and enjoy coordinating them with other items! I want to wear them when I go out in a daze rather than on a day when I decide to be fashionable.
What inspires you in your own work?
. I value what I see, hear, and feel on my skin as I move around with my own feet. I believe that encounters with people, rather than what is displayed on a TV or computer screen, nurture creativity and originality. I try not to absorb more information than I need to, and I try not to be influenced by social networking sites as much as possible.
