When I hear "vintage clothing store in Koenji," the first thing I hear isSAFARIMany of you may recall the name of the company. Established in 2001 as a consignment store for vintage clothing, it has now opened six stores in the Koenji and Kichijoji areas. Its wide selection of goods is highly supported by fashion freaks not only in Tokyo but also from overseas.
Such a "Safari" pop-upTHE MUSEUM OF VINTAGE SHOESwill be held at "Isetan Shinjuku Men's Building". From leather shoes to sneakers, "Safari" will unveil a large collection of vintage shoes that it has accumulated over the years. From the oversized lineup of about 500 pairs of shoes, HOUYHNHNM's editorial department has carefully selected 10 pairs to be introduced.
ALDEN 41834 ¥165,000
From Alden, a lace-up boot made of tough and fine cordovan. The silhouette is basic, with a modified last and plain toe, but the dark brown color, called "ravelo color," is rare and has an attractive deep luster.
SILVANO LATTANZI ¥162,800
These side gore boots from "Silvano Lattanzi" have a strong presence with their crocodile leather. The slightly angular square toe and rounded heel will accentuate your outfits.
EDE AND RAVENSCROFT ¥220,000
This product bears the name of the British tailor "Eade & Ravenscroft" and is manufactured by the long-established British brand "Edward Green". The quality of this pair is also certified, as it has been awarded four Royal Warrants. This is a pair that exudes adult dignity.
EDWARD GREEN × PAUL STUART ¥99,000
This special order model by Paul Stuart is eye-catching with its combination of colors. The hole decoration next to the lace stay is a subtle point of interest. While elegant, it also goes well with casual outfits.
CROCKETT & JONES ALBANY ¥121,000
Crockett and Jones" shoes with an elegant punched cap toe. These brown cordovan shoes have never been worn, so the more you wear them, the more your feet will become accustomed to them and you can enjoy their deep aging.
CLEMATIS ¥88,000
The lineup includes no omission of Japanese brands. Shoes by Crematis, a bespoke manufacturer in Ginza, have a bright switch between black leather and suede. The red and gold insole also adds a touch of class.
NEW & LINGWOOD ¥440,000
Coin loafers from the prestigious British brand "New and Ringwood" are luxuriously made from real Russian calf, which is made from reindeer hides. It is also called "fantastic leather," and its value is sure to soar in the future.
TIE YOUR TIE ¥88,000
These suede loafers were released by the prestigious Italian boutique Tie Your Tie. The subdued sand beige and sharp silhouette will blend well with classic styles.
adidas SUPERSTAR ¥198,000
From here, the focus is on sneakers. The well-known "SUPERSTAR" is a rare item made in France in the 1970s and comes with a shoe box. The 8-hole, vertical silhouette is different from the current model, and the gold tongue is a coveted detail.
Vans SK-8 HI ¥55,000
This is a dead stock "SK-8 HI" made in the 1990s. It has a slimmer silhouette than the current model, and the old logo is decorated on the shoe tongue. The khaki and camouflage pattern coloring is recommended for accenting simple styling.
The shoes featured in this issue are just a small part of the lineup. Please come to the exhibition to see the full picture. The exhibition will run for three weeks from January 12 (Wed) to February 1 (Tue). The exhibition will start on the same day.Pop-up for "Harrogate."You may also want to visit the "Shoes for Sale" section of the website. The shoes are very rare, so if you are interested in these shoes, please come early.
THE MUSEUM OF VINTAGE SHOES
Dates: January 12 (Wed) - February 1 (Tue)
Place: Isetan Shinjuku Men's Building, 1st floor, Stage *.Also available in some online stores
Address: 3-14-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
Hours: 10:00 - 20:00
Instagram:@isetanmens_shoes
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