Shopping Addict 2021 Aug.
~ Editor's Favorite ~ Part 2

nanamica

Nanamica's Photoelectron® Cardigan

I am numb to Photoelectron®.

I had a lot of misconceptions about "Photoelectron®." It looks hot, it looks heavy, it looks like it runs on electricity. ...... The impression you get from the letters is too big. But I learned from the clothes of NANAMICA that this is not the case. The body is made of faux suede for a classic look, but the part that touches the skin is a high-spec wool fabric that contains Photoelectron®. It does not generate heat by reacting to moisture, but rather absorbs body heat from the body and maintains natural warmth through its far-infrared ray effect. It is Photoelectron® that does something like the ultimate in aiki without hesitation. It doesn't get too hot indoors, and it doesn't make the fabric extra thick, so it doesn't weigh you down. I was a little electrified by the awesomeness of Photoelectron®.
Each ¥31,900

nanamica
nanamica.com

ayame (feminine flower)

Iris highbrow glasses

I wanted to be a sexy geek.

I bought these HIGHWAY frames to match the hunting caps I bought last month from Kangol, and the good old highbrow frames give off a geeky vibe. However, the rimless two-point design and the straight lines of the bridge and the lower part of the lenses give a clean impression. It looks eccentric, but it is surprisingly comfortable and easy to wear. The soft gold color gives it a hint of sex appeal and keeps it from making you look like a bad-looking older brother. It is stylish, yet geeky. This balance is exquisite.
¥47,300

iris (flower)
ayame-id.com

Nigel Cabourn×Maison MIHARA YASUHIRO

Nigel Cavon x Maison Mihara Yasuhiro sneakers

Futuristic Military.

Every season, Nigel Cobon and Maison Mihara Yasuhiro collaborate on a new pair of sneakers. This time, the sneakers hit me dead center. Based on British military training shoes, the sneakers are mixed with a sole design that looks as if it has been melted by "Maison Mihara Yasuhiro. The unique playfulness of the sneaker, combined with the vintage-inspired design of Nigel Cavon, who is a connoisseur of vintage, makes for an elaborate construction down to the smallest detail. This is exactly what we mean by "flexible and flexible. The chunky volume of this item is a perfect match for thicker pants. We would like to match it with fatigues and sweat pants.
¥44,000

Nigel Kevon
cabourn.com

YROEHT

Iroet's Box

However, the box.

A flower on the side of the road, a fence in a vacant lot, asphalt. Iroette" is a collection of colors taken from ordinary scenery and made into an ordinary box. There are no partitions inside the box, nor can it be folded up to make it smaller. It is a primitive item that you simply put things inside. But perhaps it is the coloring and texture that gives it a mode-like appearance. Because of its simplicity, it has a high degree of freedom of use, and I'm still trying to figure out what to use it for. But just having it in my room gives me a good feeling. The use is secondary, secondary, secondary.
Assortment (set of 4) ¥11,000, Fence M ¥3,800

yelolette
yroeht.com
Instagram: @yroeht___.

bal

Val's overalls

Wear what you want to wear.

Since the beginning of this year, I've been hooked on "Baru," and I have a steady stream of T-shirts, caps, and sweatshirts, which is very rare for me as I rarely buy more than one item from the same brand in a single season. When I was checking out the fall/winter season to see what to buy next, I noticed these overalls in black and orange. These overalls are made of washed nylon material, so they can be easily washed, have lots of pockets, can be changed by hanging the shoulder straps, are comfortable, lightweight, and have a nice shape. I also like the fact that only the shoulder straps are black. It's a bit different from my usual image and a bit of a challenge, but I'd like to wear it with loafers or something, as well as with a parka and sneakers. It would also be charming to wear it empty-handed, with its pockets as fluffy as you like.
¥35,200

BAL FLAGSHIP STORE
03-6452-3913
baloriginal.com

L.L.Bean × REMI RELIEF × UNSTOA

Elle Bean x Remi Relief x Anstore tote bag

A great arrangement of a masterpiece.

Elle Elle Bean" has many masterpieces. Anoraks, bean boots, Norwegian sweaters, shammie shirts, field coats, and more.... All of them are heavy-duty and many of them are my personal favorites. The most famous of these is probably the Boat and Tote. This bag, which many photographers and stylists can be seen using, was first introduced in 1944 as a bag for carrying ice cubes, and it is still made in the U.S.A. using sturdy 24 oz. canvas. When you first buy it, it is extremely hard, but as you use it more and more, it ages well. However, it takes a long time to make it as durable as it is... That's why "Remi Relief" has done it. By applying a vintage finish, you can enjoy the look and feel of a product that has been used for many years from the day you buy it. I can't get enough of it. I'd like to use it even more, maybe reinforce the handles with a bandana or something, and make it look like something I saw in a magazine while waiting for an ENT appointment about 10 years ago. It comes in two sizes, M and L, and is available in two colors, but I got the L green one for myself. They are available only at "unstore," so make no mistake about it.
Right: M size ¥15,400, Left: L size ¥16,500

en store
03-6805-0021
unstoa.com

Healthknit Black Label

Health Knit Black Label Striped Shirt

Border fever for the first time in a long time.

I like borders, but for some reason I haven't been wearing them lately. I used to be a thin-bordered person, so all I have at home are thin-bordered items. However, I have been wanting to wear thick borders lately. I'm in the mood to wear thick borders in a rough and rough way. So, I was looking for some, but I wasn't in the mood for the standard border T-brands. Then I found a new brand from "Health Knit" called "Health Knit Black Label". I like the slightly rustic feel of the American cotton, and the flat seamer stitching makes it less uncomfortable. If you want to wear it as an inner layer, I think the solid colors of the same series, which are available in black and white, would be more convenient, but from this time of year through October, I feel like wearing this border.
8,800 each

Healthnit Brands
03-3833-1641
healthknit.co.uk

XTRATUF

Extra tough side gore boots

Fisherman's sneakers!

Choosing shoes for rainy days is a bit confusing. I used to dare to wear sneakers because I like them to be dirty, or a certain side gore boot. But I thought it would be a good idea to get a pair of rubber boots around here. This brand was born in the 1950s and was created for fishermen. The triple-dipped, high-quality rubber upper prevents contaminants and fish oil from entering the boot. Although born in Illinois, the Alaskan sneaker has become a favorite of fishermen in Alaska, and is now known as the "Alaskan sneaker. This story is very romantic. There are several lengths and designs, and these side gore boots are a new release this year. I like the ruggedness of these boots, and above all, I like how easy they are to put on and take off.
¥19,250

foreman
foreman.co.jp/xtratuf/

Gymphlex

Argyle V-neck pullover by Jimflex

The coolness of the rogue.

The Argyle knitwear should remind you of Willie, played by John Lurie in the movie "Stranger than Paradise". It has been rubbed in all kinds of media, but without dwelling on it, I want to mention his name here again. It is such a universal and absolute equation. This piece of clothing by Jim-Flex probably doesn't have that background, but it has a coolness that is unique to the unknown and unaffiliated people in the US in the 1980s. It's very numbing. The bust and arms are generous but short in length, the mohair material is shiny and wet, and the color combination is classic but modern. It is very similar to the inability to describe the quality of Jim Jarmusch's movies. It's not logical at all. I've introduced it with a lot of pretentiousness, but the real reason I was attracted to it was because I saw Ms. Maruyama, a member of the press, wearing it at an exhibition, and it looked really cute. Of course, I decided to purchase it immediately.
18,700 yen

bishop
03-5775-3266
bshop-inc.com

POSTALCO

Postalco Mail Bag

You can talk and talk and talk.

It is not an amount of money that you can decide to spend in a mere five minutes after entering a store. But on the other hand, the quality is extraordinary, and the designers have gone through a lot of effort to achieve it. A quick peek at the website will surprise you with the love and care that goes into each item. Compared to other brands, Postalco is by far the brand that most clearly expresses the process, beliefs, and story behind its creations. I can't possibly fit it into the 350 words here, but let's start with the motif. If you hear that it is based on a mail bag carried by a postman, you can easily imagine that it is designed to be safe and secure. The vegetable-tanned "cross-grain" cowhide leather was developed especially for this bag. The unevenness of this natural leather gives it a nice look. The U-shaped metal fittings are said to have been inspired by an old parachute, giving the bag a massive feel when opened and closed. It's a very austere design. Finally, one more thing I like about Postalco. The background music at the Kyobashi store is very good!
¥143,000

Postalco Shop
03-6262-6338
postalco.com

CAMPER

Camper's Pix

Undefinable Creative.

The beautiful arc drawn by the bumpy sole and stitching. The true identity is "Camper's" Pix. The side gore boots I bought before also have this outsole, and it is the face of the brand, so to speak, but it also prevents twisting when walking and makes the pair more comfortable to wear. No wonder they call them "lace-up shoes" and not sneakers. They are a combination of leather and BCI cotton, and look more appropriate for Omotesando's concrete streets than Yoyogi Park. Looking at the AW release items, including these, "Camper" is making shoes so freely that it is hard to define the brand anymore. This can be easily confirmed by searching for the brand's birthplace, Majorca, Spain.
22,000 yen

camper
03-5412-1844
camper.com

STUDIO NICHOLSON

Studio Nicholson Setup

Class A blue.

I love the look of the collection taken as if dancing by "Studio Nicholson. The shapes, which must have been created after careful calculations, and the soft yet solid colors. I am always surprised to see how the clothes are essential, of course, but they also have some kind of effect on the wearer. I took a closer look at this season's collection, and I was especially attracted to the set-ups. They might be seen as professional clothes, but the crisp, shiny material and slightly loose fit dispel that. The jacket is also interesting in the way the buttons are arranged and the asymmetrical pockets. And the unmistakable royal blue color is so unexpectedly inclusive that it makes you want to try on all the innerwear you have at home. It is a wonderful color that is as good as many "00 blues" out there. By the way, speaking of blue set-ups, I remember a certain surrealistic female comedian duo. I can't help but be reminded of them here.
Left: ¥50,600 / Right: ¥42,900

keyellow
03-3710-9696
chi-rho.com

BROWN by 2-tacs

Brown by two-tuxedo vest

Best optimal solution.

I have worn many different kinds of clothes, but in the past few years, I have been attracted to brands that take a good distance from trends and create what the designers want to create. One brand in particular that has caught my attention is Brown by Two Tacks. Under the theme of "active everyday wear," the brand incorporates functional natural materials that can be used outdoors into urban wear. It is interesting to note that the brand uses natural materials in spite of their functionality. One of the brand's staples is this "Seed-it vest. It has the specifications of work clothes, with its waterproof, water-repellent, and windproof Bentyle weather cloth and pockets with excellent storage capacity, but when inserted into a coordinated outfit, it is a product that really looks fashionable. Even though I know vests don't suit me, I can't help but fall for this one.
¥25,300

brown-bye toothed fox (Vulpes chamaecyparis, species of turtles)
2-tacs.jp/main.html

ENGINEERED GARMENTS

Engineered Garments Pants

Pocket lovers drool.

I find myself always reaching for clothes with lots of pockets. I am not sure what the reason is, but I think it is strongly influenced by the feeling of not wanting to carry a bag when I go out. In that sense, the "Engineered Garments" FA pants are a personal masterpiece. As you can see, there are a total of nine pockets of various sizes on the front, sides, and back, so you can easily carry earphones, cigarettes, a wallet, a smartphone, and a paperback book. While it is common to see bags that can be worn, this is truly a bag that can be worn. It has a straight silhouette with just the right thickness, and the knees are tucked for a wider range of motion, so it is comfortable to wear. As a pocket lover, you won't find any reason not to get one.
¥40,700

Engineered Garments
03-6419-1798
nepenthes.co.uk

koti BEAUTY&YOUTH

Coty Beauty & Youth Long T.

Last month, we published vol. 2 of our Monthly Journal, in which we asked five members of the press to recommend outdoor gear. When we interviewed the outdoor label "Coty Beauty & Youth" by UNITED ARROWS, we found this item! I found this item. It is a long T-shirt made of merino wool jersey. The first thing that intrigued me was the smoothness of the fabric. It feels great against the skin when worn on bare skin, and because it is made of merino wool, it absorbs and disperses sweat quickly, so you can wear it not only on the street but also outdoors with peace of mind. Cotton T-shirts often feel sticky and uncomfortable in the summer, but with this one, you don't have to worry about that. Moreover, it is designed in a modern silhouette, so you can use it as a fashion item. There is nothing flashy that you can see, but there is a quality to these clothes that you will appreciate only when you try them on.
¥15,400

Coty Beauty & Youth
store.united-arrows.co.jp

On

On Shoes

Because that's where the mountains are.

I have been saying for a month that I wanted to climb a mountain. I finally made plans to do so, but for one reason or another, it fell through. In order to suppress my rising desire to climb mountains, I have recently been looking for gear and watching mountain climbing movies. However, the last time I climbed a mountain was a long time ago. I am a beginner of beginners. I don't have any equipment at all, so the first thing I did was research shoes. Usually when I buy something, design is my first priority, but when it comes to mountaineering, functionality is the most important thing. However, I also honestly want to have the essence of fashion in my shoes. From that perspective, ON's first hiking boots looked good. They have a high-grip Missiongrip® outsole, a shock-absorbing CloudTec® Missiongrip sole, are completely waterproof, and are surprisingly lightweight for their appearance. And yet, they still look stylish enough to wear around town. I will be carrying a pair of "On" on my feet for my next mountaineering trip.
¥23,980

on
on-running.com

RIVERS × FreshService × OGAWA COFFEE LABORATORY

Rebirth x Fresh Service x OGAWA Coffee Laboratory wall mug

For your coffee break.

Cigarettes and coffee. I consider this combination to be as golden as beer and chicken. Now that summer is in full swing, a cup of iced coffee in one hand while basking in the hot sun is the most pleasant moment. I am sure there are many people who share this feeling. What you should have for such a relaxing time is a wall mug specially ordered by OGAWA COFFEE LABORATORY in collaboration with the Japanese bottle brand "Rebirth" and "Fresh Service". The first thing to note is the luxurious matte texture. This is due to the BPA-free polypropylene used as the material, and it is also tough enough not to break even if dropped. As you can see, the two-layer construction keeps drinks hot for a long time. The lid is also airtight, so it can be placed safely around your desk. The basic black color or the military-like khaki color? How about both colors for your office and home?
Each ¥3,080

OGAWA COFFEE LABORATORY Shimokitazawa
03-6407-0194

ShinkoQ

Cinco Cu shampoo and treatment

Hair care in 2021.

Nowadays, various environmental issues are being raised. Is it sufficient to simply wash away sebum and dandruff in our hair care? Even during our daily lives, our hair is unconsciously damaged by pollen, PM2.5, ultraviolet rays, viruses, cigarette smoke, and other pollutants in the air. In order to obtain a good scalp environment, I think it is necessary to protect our hair from airborne pollutants as well. To this end, we would like to introduce the shampoo and treatment from the hair care brand SHINKOKYU, which was launched in March of this year. The unique anti-pollution formula works on damaged hair and gently cares for it. The shampoo leaves fine lather for healthy hair, while the treatment leaves your hair shiny and silky like after a salon treatment. The price is easy to repeat, so why don't you think you have been fooled and invest in your future self?
Each ¥1,680

ShinkoQ
shinkoq.co.jp/

LOVE CHROME

K24GP Sculptcassa in Love Chrome

Caps are nice, though.

Have you ever woken up in the morning and stood in front of the mirror to see your sleeping habits? In my case, almost every morning. I am so disheveled that I ask myself, "What kind of sleeping habits do you have? I don't sleep until the last minute on weekdays, so I don't have time for my hair set. On weekdays, I don't want to spend time setting my hair because I want to sleep in until the last minute, and even if I wet my hair with water, it doesn't clump very well. On the other hand, it's hot and humid this time of year even if I wear a cap when I go out. Just when I was wondering what I could do about it, I found the "Love Chrome" hair comb. The comb has a special surface finish that absorbs and diffuses static electricity. Just a few strokes of the comb will make your hair manageable and shiny. The cassa part on the back of the hair comb can be pressed lightly against the scalp to promote blood circulation. It is a combination of beautiful hair and a massage effect. Whether you use this or not will make a big difference in your hair the next day.
¥16,280

cosmetics kitchen
cosmekitchen-webstore.jp/

THE NORTH FACE

The North Face Room Shoes

For both indoor and outdoor enthusiasts.

It's your second summer in a stay-home. Many of you may have updated your furniture, appliances, loungewear, and other housewarming items, but what about room shoes? To be honest, there is no need to be without them, and I have been spending my time barefoot at home, but my thinking has changed 180 degrees since I came across The North Face's "Compact Moc". The first thing that impressed me was the surprisingly soft comfort. The comfortable mesh material used for the lining softly wraps around the entire foot, providing comfort the moment you put them on. The upper has a water-repellent finish and can be stored compactly, so they will be useful for overnight stays in tents. As I don't have much camping gear, I would like to mount my friends with this pair (laughs).
¥8,800

GOLDWIN Customer Service Center
0120-307-560