Tokyo Weekender July 2016
Breaking the rules of kimono – a new book shatters antiquated views of this traditional garment. Plus: The boys for sale in Shinjuku Ni-chome, best sake of 2017, Japan's new emperor, and what really goes on inside "Terrace House."
Breaking the rules of kimono – a new book shatters antiquated views of this traditional garment. Plus: The boys for sale in Shinjuku Ni-chome, best sake of 2017, Japan's new emperor, and what really goes on inside "Terrace House."
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MISSONI SWIM SHORTS<br />
Renowned for its patterned knitwear, Missoni does<br />
everything ranging from clothes, home decor and<br />
– you guessed it – swimwear. The Italian house<br />
cleverly transformed its iconic woven chevron<br />
pattern into print form for this pair of slim-fit<br />
swim shorts. Cut from lightweight shell, they come<br />
in a few different color combinations, but this<br />
tonal blue version is our favorite. The drawstring<br />
at the waistband even comes with the signature<br />
multicolored zigzag motif, for a full Missoni effect.<br />
missoni.com<br />
THOM BROWNE<br />
SWIM SHORTS<br />
Designer Thom Browne is known for his playful<br />
yet edgy designs. For his 2017 spring collection,<br />
his inspiration was the classic movie Jaws. These<br />
swim shorts pay homage to the 1975 flick with<br />
appliquéd sharks and bitten surfboards in red,<br />
navy and white, which are also the brand’s<br />
signature colors. Crafted in Italy from quick-drying<br />
shell, they’re both comfortable and stylish, and<br />
they will make for a good conversation starter at<br />
the beach. thombrowne.com<br />
STELLA MCCARTNEY<br />
SWIMSUIT<br />
Take a plunge without having to worry<br />
about whether your bikini top will stay on<br />
– this is just one of the pluses of wearing<br />
a full-piece swimsuit. They’re also just a<br />
lot more flattering. One-piece suits have<br />
been all the rage over the past few years,<br />
and this Stella McCartney number is the<br />
perfect balance of trendy and practical.<br />
The one-shoulder design is free of clasps<br />
or fastenings for a streamlined fit, and the<br />
vivid animal print is one of the designer’s<br />
signature patterns – let it be yours, too.<br />
stellamccartney.com<br />
MAISON MARGIELA SUNGLASSES<br />
Sunglasses are undoubtedly at the top of the “essential summer accessories”<br />
list. Not only does a pair of stylish frames instantly spruce up an outfit, a good<br />
set of lenses also protects your peepers against harsh sun rays. This pair from<br />
Maison Margiela is a fresh change from the classic aviators: it comes with<br />
a chunky round frame (this season’s trending look), featuring a silver-hued<br />
snakeskin effect. Dress down when you wear them and let them take the<br />
spotlight they deserve. maisonmargiela.com
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