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**Discovering the Appeal of Barbour: The Oiled Jacket Born in Britain**
If there's one jacket worth owning for a lifetime, it's the oiled jacket from Barbour. Crafted from high-quality cotton fabric saturated with oil for wind and water resistance, the oiled jacket is a coveted piece not only for men in search of the genuine article, but for women as well. Let's trace the history of Barbour, a premium jacket brand built with meticulous attention to detail, and introduce its appeal.
KOMIYA umbrellas: made to be passed down and used across generations
KOMIYA's umbrellas are carefully crafted by skilled artisans in Nihonbashi, Tokyo. Preserving traditional techniques that can only be achieved through handwork, both veteran craftsmen and younger artisans work together to continue making umbrellas that are as practical as they are beautiful.
# A Lifetime Sailor Sweater from a Country of the Sea: ANDERSEN-ANDERSEN
ANDERSEN-ANDERSEN is a sweater brand born in Denmark, a seafaring nation. Drawing on the traditional sailor sweaters that have long been loved by people working in the fishing industry, the brand proposes sweaters that can still be worn stylishly in a modern wardrobe today.
# Vintage Jewelry That Grows More Beautiful with Time: Exploring the Charm of I.Ronni Kappos
Jewelry from I.Ronni Kappos that brings out the charm of vintage beads. Let's take a closer look at the appeal of designs inspired by modern art and architecture.
A cardigan pursuing lightness and comfort. The story behind the special fabric "Balancircular"
Bebrain is a brand handling a special fabric born in Wakayama Prefecture, a region long known as a center of knitted textile production. The fabric, called "balance circular," is a truly one-of-a-kind material that only this maker can produce anywhere in the world. Here, we unravel the story behind the birth of the balance circular fabric—sought after for qualities no other fabric offers, such as lightness, stretch, and resistance to fraying—along with the thoughts behind the brand.
# Everyday Elegance: A Winter's Tale with ZUTTO's Cashmere Knits
A knit you'll want to keep in the most accessible spot in your closet—the prime seat reserved for autumn and winter. A quality that suits everyday wear perfectly, paired with a simplicity that makes you want to reach for it again and again without a second thought. We wanted to bring you a comfortable knit that strikes a graceful balance between these two qualities. Here, we introduce UTTO's cashmere sweater, born from that very wish.
ZUTTO's cut-and-sew top, with beautifully draping fabric that sways with a graceful elegance
The days are warm, but the mornings and evenings turn chilly—the changing of the seasons always seems to arrive in the blink of an eye. To meet that shift, and to enrich your life in even the smallest way, we've created something truly special: a piece made with uncompromising care and attention. We'd love for you to add it to your wardrobe—an exceptional cut-and-sew top has just arrived from ZUTTO.
The Story of FLOKATI, Happy Wool Slippers Born in Lithuania
Let me introduce FLOKATI's wool slippers—warm and cozy in both look and feel. Let's unravel the story behind these slippers, the kind that seem to wrap even your heart in warmth.
Beautiful lines, a three-dimensional silhouette. Original striped shirts and dresses
A shirting fabric that adapts well to the chill of morning and evening as well as the heat of midday. Here we introduce ZUTTO's original collarless shirt and shirt dress. We've packed in plenty of thoughtful details, using a crisp typewriter cloth that flatters the body's lines, and incorporating multiple tucks that work effectively to create a three-dimensional silhouette.
The last (shoe mold) shapes both design and comfort: Chausser's "shoes you'll still want to wear 30 years from now"
Handmade leather shoes crafted by Japanese artisans, chausser, combine simple design with a sense of warmth. Wanting to learn more about chausser's appeal, we visited plus by chausser, the brand's shop in Ebisu. This special interview feature brings you a conversation with designer and owner Yoichi Maeda.
# Visiting TO LABO's Jewelry-Making, Where the Beauty of Raw Stones Remains Untouched
We visited TO LABO, a natural stone jewelry brand based in Kofu, to learn about natural stones, the craftsmanship behind them, and the city of Kofu itself. Stepping into TO LABO's shop, we found jewelry in a rainbow of colors—almost like candy—carefully arranged throughout the space.
# Glowing Patina, Nurtured One Piece at a Time: A Closer Look at GLENROYAL's Bridle Leather
Today we're introducing bridle leather items from GLENROYAL, arriving from Scotland, a land of magnificent, abundant nature. Among the many types of leather, bridle leather stands out for its exceptional durability and the way its aging expression varies depending on how it's used. Crafted by skilled artisans, each piece is completed once as a finished product, then further shaped into a truly one-of-a-kind item through the affection of its owner. Let's unravel that story.
# The Story Behind ZUTTO's Jacquard Blouse, a Truly Special Piece
When you hear the phrase "clothes you can wear for years to come," what comes to mind? A Basque shirt that never loses its shape, no matter how many times you wash it. A trench coat that can be repaired again and again, lasting for decades. A cut-and-sew top that earns its keep all year round. ZUTTO set out to create a blouse in that same spirit—the kind you might find tucked away in a corner of a vintage shop, one that won't fade with time, and that will keep shining, now and for years to come.
From Thread to Form: A Look at the Accessories Born from 000's Embroidery
Kasamori, one of Japan's leading embroidery makers, is behind the accessory brand 000 (Triple O). It's a brand devoted to delicate craftsmanship, expanding the possibilities of thread through embroidery techniques. Wanting to learn more about the charm of Triple O and the spirit of craftsmanship it carries on, we visited the embroidery workshop in Kiryu, Gunma Prefecture.
FRUIT OF THE LOOM: T-shirts prized for their casual look and sturdy, no-nonsense construction
It's good to have a few T-shirts on hand for everyday wear. A T-shirt that's neither too thin nor too thick, and that you can slip on casually and comfortably in summer, comes in handy. If you're looking for a T-shirt right now, we recommend one from FRUIT OF THE LOOM, a classic American-born brand.
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