In the 1990s, the term "vintage" was used to describe vintage clothing that did not meet the definition of "antique," but still had value, as opposed to "antique" clothing that was 100 years old. Nowadays, there is a movement to find new value in "new vintage," even in old clothes from the 1980s onward, which used to be called "regular" vintage clothes. In this project, four vintage clothing stores with different styles propose new ways to enjoy vintage clothing. Each of them will talk about the charm of vintage clothing with their own sense of style.
All new stores have been replaced, and this Series is now in its 12th season! The 94th issue is the second round of the series, featuring Takeshi Iishi & Atsuya Sano of the hot store "Session (7ession)" in Akodaimae. What new vintage items will they introduce?
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Takeshi Iishi & Atsuya Sano / 7ession Buyer, Director
Vol.94_NIKE pullover & crew-neck shirt & shorts
Last time, you introduced "NO FEAR" and "BAD BOY," both of which are nostalgic for people in their mid-30s and older.
This time, we would like to introduce a series of items from NIKE that will lead to new discoveries for those of you of that generation, not just "I used to have something like that," but "I didn't know such a thing existed! I would like to introduce this series of items from NIKE, which will lead you to new discoveries.
NIKE's SPHERE series pullover, personal property of staff (7ession)
-exactly the "I didn't know there was such a thing!" ." mood. Please tell us what kind of series it is.
By creating a space between the skin and the surface of the skin through a three-dimensional structure, this functional material not only reduces stickiness on the skin, but also allows sweat to move to the surface of the fabric and evaporate quickly. This is SPHERE DRY, which was introduced into the NIKE SPHERE series, and Dry-FIT, which is currently in the lineup, is its successor. The highlight of this series is the technical design that incorporates functional details such as mesh material and cutouts. There are models that are called masterpieces, and they have established themselves as a genre among a certain group of lovers.
-Hey, that sounds interesting . When was this in terms of time period, and from what trend did you start paying attention to it?
I'm not sure about the time period, but according to my research, they were available from the late 00's to around 2010. Nike itself has been popular since the first vintage clothing boom in the 90's, but we like this series the best because it is functional and well-designed, rather than windmills, goths, and kamabokos, and we had been checking it out as interesting before the so-called "tech boom" arrived.
. Items from this period must have been around a while ago, but when I look at them now, they seem fresh.
NIKE's SPHERE series crew neck shirt, personal property of staff (7ession)
. right? . Then, the reason why we are introducing them at this time is because the Sphere series is more interesting in the fall and winter. While the spring/summer items have the feel of sportswear, the long-sleeved tops and outerwear items have outstanding details such as three-dimensional patterning and transitions, and the balance between expressive textures and tech-inspired designs is exquisite. They can be played with as fashion, or rather, they should be considered as fashion. . If you are serious about exercising, you would probably wear more functional, up-to-date clothing (laughs).
-Yes, that's true. However, sometimes sportswear like this is not intended to be worn in certain situations. For example, the length of these shorts.
NIKE's SPHERE series shorts ¥8,800(7ession)
. As I deduce from the lineup we have seen so far, the basic purpose of this item is running. Frankly speaking, if you are serious about running, you would probably be more athletic in a shorter length, but in this 7' length silhouette, the fabric would stick to your skin due to perspiration. The Sphire Dry would be more comfortable. . It seems that this was originally designed with a drawcord to adjust the fitting. These pigeonholes are a remnant of that.
I see! The details of the '00s atmosphere, such as the mysteriously positioned ultra-fine pith name, are also a highlight of this item. Are there collectors?
There are two types of collectors. There are two types of collectors: vintage "Nike" collectors who have already collected a lot and are collecting them as their next collection, and so-called "archival gear" collectors who like outdoor and sports techie items. The latter type collects "OAKLEY" and "ARC'TERYX" as well, and seems to be mainly found overseas. Conversely, in the case of the former, it seems that even the navy blue tags from the 1980s are now considered vintage.
Nike has been dug up, and everyone is looking for the next thing.
. However, the catchy ones with a deca-souche design are still popular. Some people may not even know that they are from the Sphere series, and may treat or wear them as "the good-looking ones of recent years. However, the price of Nike's items from the 2000s has been rising across the board, and the price of this series has already gone up as well.
When it comes to vintage clothing without iconic details, like the vintage items you mentioned earlier, what do you base your judgment on whether a piece is "good or bad"? What is the standard to decide "good or bad"?
It is difficult to put into words, so this is just "our opinion," but I think that these kinds of tech wear, while being sports and outdoor wear, can be seen as "a fashion item or not. ." I think it is "whether it can be seen as a fashion item or not. This is clearly expressed in the texture and detailing of the material, and the quality of the workmanship, such as the way the stitching is done and the way the neck and hems are finished, is also important. When looking at sports brand items from this perspective, Nike has the most items that can be considered fashionable.
The point is that "zero for nothing" is the key.
. exactly. . It is not what to remove, but what to add. Pockets that have no apparent use, cords and belts that are for decorative purposes only, etc., may not be really necessary, but they look somewhat cool when they are present. We may be attracted to such things.
Takeshi Iishi & Atsuya Sano / 7ession Buyer, Director
Launched in 2019 by buyer Takeshi Iishi and director Atsuya Sano, the store will move to Akadaimae in 2022 and open as Session (7ession). The selection ranges from classic to unique, with many items that have caught the pair's antennae, centering on brand archives from the 1990s and outdoor/sportswear from the 2000s.
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