Case 01_Stylist With STUDEN
I like the fact that they can be worn not only for fashion but also for active occasions.PROFILE
Born in Tokyo in 1981, he graduated from Bunka Fashion College and went to New York to study under stylist Yuji Takenaka. After graduating from Bunka Fashion College, he went to New York to study under stylist Yuji Takenaka, and returned to Japan in 2010 when he became independent, where he has since been active in a variety of media, including magazines and advertising, focusing on men's styling.
810s STUDEN ¥5,000+TAX
What are your impressions of the "STUDEN" model?
Yagi:My first impression was that they were very light. They fit well, and the cushioning made them easy to walk in. As a stylist, I do a lot of walking when I collect outfits.
You said that the items match the work of a stylist.
Yagi:I have to go around to several leasing sites every day and return the leased items as well. In addition, I often have to move around for research, so these shoes make it easier to do that.
What kind of fashion do you like?
Yagi:I like to wear clothes with an atmosphere. I don't wear clothes that don't have much reality. Of course I like fashionable clothes, but I like to wear clothes that fit in with the city. I tend to wear dark colors. I coordinate them with blue and other colors.
Mr. Yagi spent his time as an assistant while studying abroad in New York. The leasing system and the structure of magazines in Japan and New York are different, and "I had a hard time getting used to the differences," she said.
Do you have any criteria for selecting shoes?
Yagi:It depends on my mood at the time. I choose shoes based on the impression I get when I look at them. I wear both high-tech and low-tech shoes, but my basic style is sneakers. I want to be able to move around easily.
This model is an adaptation of a student's ground shoe. What is your impression of the design?
Yagi:It has just the right amount of volume and is very current. I think you are very good at finding the right balance between the two. They still have the good qualities of the base grand shoes. They are easy to wear, have a sophisticated design, and are well-balanced shoes.
The amount of outfits rented varies depending on the nature of the shoot, but sometimes it takes days to visit dozens of showrooms and stores. I want to be satisfied with the styling on every shoot," says Yagi.
I think it's good that it's not too much, while still having a sense of fullness.
Yagi:Yes, they are. They can be worn for fashion, but they can also be worn for active occasions such as jogging. Also, the thick sole is a modern element. I think they make you look more stylish when you wear them.
If you were to shoot a fashion shoot using these shoes, how would you style them?
Yagi:It would be interesting to match denim with bright colors throughout. It would also look cool with track pants to bring it a bit more street style.
Do you have anything in mind when coordinating your outfits for these?
Yagi:I wanted to create a contrast between the clothes and shoes, so I used gray for the shoes and dark tones for the clothes. As I mentioned earlier, the design is very easy to blend in, so I think it is an item that can be worn without having to think too much about it.
810s STUDEN
STUDEN" is the prototype of ground shoes for students. The sporty design, including the use of materials combining synthetic leather and mesh and the thickly designed outsole, is highly compatible with fashion. The heel counter reinforces the calf, and reflective materials are used to light up the road at night. Another key point is that they are lightweight.
¥5,000+TAX
