Wear it anew.
The way you imagine wearing something when you buy it and the way you want to wear it after some time has passed are surprisingly often different.
"Now, I would like to pair the clothes I bought then with this."
"Maybe I'll wear that jacket again for the first time in a while."
It is a little different from the pleasure of welcoming something new, but:
Wearing a piece you have owned for some time again, as the person you are now.
This, too, is one of the pleasures unique to those who love clothes.
Hello.
This is Tomioka from cliché.
I feel that cantáte's clothes have a breadth that allows you not to settle on just one way of wearing them for a single season.
Pairing them with different trousers from the ones you wore when you bought them, or using something you once wore on its own as an inner layer. As time passes and your tastes and wardrobe change, the same garment can reveal a new side.
You can reconsider how to wear them as many times as you like, in keeping with your current mood.
I think this is possible precisely because cantáte's clothes are not bound by trends alone.
August has come to an end, and September has begun.
The days are still hot, but I have begun to sense the change of season little by little in the morning and evening air and in the earlier sunsets. Last week, I too had a slightly chilly day and pulled out a layer I had not worn in some time.
These transitional periods between seasons are times when, while wondering what to wear, we also remember clothes we have not worn in a while.
So this time, I would like to introduce several items currently available at cliché that I hope you will take another look at for the coming season.
Pairing it with contemporary clothing may reveal a way of wearing it that feels different from before.
First up: WW Ⅱ Coverall Jacket.
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"WW Ⅱ Coverall Jacket"
¥77,000 TAX IN
It is made from 10-ounce selvedge denim.
It is somewhat different from the heavy, substantial fabric that typically comes to mind when you hear "denim." Relatively lightweight, it feels almost like an extension of a shirt, making it easy to incorporate into everyday wear.
At 172 cm tall, I am wearing size 44 in BLACK and size 48 in INDIGO.
Size 44 is a true-to-size fit that sits neatly around the shoulders. Before actually putting it on, I wondered, "Wouldn't 44 be too small? Would it feel tight across the shoulders?" But it was not constricting in the slightest.
Size 48, meanwhile, offers more room through the chest and shoulders, creating a slightly more relaxed way of wearing it.
For a clean fit, choose 44. For a relaxed, roomy fit, choose 48.
Even at the same height and in the same clothes, the way they look can change significantly depending on the size you choose.
INDIGO combines indigo-dyed yarn with gray yarn. As a result, it does not appear as a simple, single blue, but has a depth that reveals a subtle muted quality beneath the color.
As you wear and wash it repeatedly, the indigo gradually fades, changing the way it overlaps with the gray yarn.
INDIGO is not a fully formed color from the start; it develops into a shade unique to its wearer over time.
BLACK, meanwhile, is not finished as a solid, uniform black. The off-white weft peeking through between the black warp threads gently softens the characteristic weight of black.
For those who have wanted to try a BLACK denim jacket or coverall but hesitated because it might look a little too strong, this is a color that should be easy to incorporate.
Neither begins with a fully formed character. These are denims that gradually change in color and texture as you wear and wash them repeatedly.
It is easier to wear than heavyweight denim, without losing the pleasure of watching denim develop with wear.
Its shape is based on workwear made around the time of the Second World War.
In an age when materials were limited, clothing construction also became less complex than necessary, evolving into a simpler form that retained only the elements needed to fulfill its purpose.
This coverall, too, features simple details throughout that evoke the era in which it was made.
That said, it is not a direct reproduction of the original garments.
The beauty of its form, made all the more striking by its simplicity, has been retained, while the balance of the silhouette and details has been refined so that it pairs naturally with contemporary clothing.
The vintage atmosphere at its foundation remains, while the overall balance has been refined so that it does not stop at simply reproducing an old garment.
The contrasting stitching used here and there is not intended to make a strong statement as a design element. It blends in from a distance, with just enough presence to be noticed when viewed up close.
At first glance, it looks ordinary. Look closer, though, and it is subtly different.
It is the accumulation of these small differences that gives this coverall its distinctive character.
At 10 ounces, it is light enough to throw on over a shirt with ease at this time of year. As the temperature drops a little further, you can layer a sweatshirt or knit underneath.
Rather than letting the season dictate how you wear it, you can adapt it yourself to the day's temperature and outfit.
A coverall you can wear and live with for a long time to come.
Next up: WW Ⅱ Work Trousers.
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"WW Ⅱ Work Trousers"
¥60,500 TAX IN
They use the same 10-ounce selvedge denim as the WW Ⅱ Coverall Jacket.
Worn together, the Jacket and Trousers create a cohesive workwear look. At the same time, each piece works properly on its own when mixed into everyday outfits.
The appeal of this garment also lies in being able to consider how to wear the top and bottom separately, without being bound by the idea of a set.
The Trousers may also look at first glance like traditional painter's pants.
Yet when you look closely, details that differ slightly from the ordinary gradually come to light.
There are areas where stitches overlap, and seams that would normally be contained on the inside appear on the exterior.
If the goal were simply to make everything neat and orderly, there would be no reason to choose this construction. Parts normally concealed by conventional sewing are deliberately tailored to remain visible from the outside.
Of course, this was not accidental.
Rather than being a quirk found on just one pair, the same specification is incorporated into every pair of Trousers, intentionally creating an appearance that is not overly polished.
Details that might at first glance appear to be sewing shifts or mistakes are not hidden, but made to work as part of the character of the Trousers.
The silhouette has a deep rise and falls straight to the hem without changing significantly in shape. Although it evokes vintage painter's pants, even searching through vintage clothing will not turn up anything exactly the same.
The shape is familiar, yet somehow not ordinary.
I think even that slight sense of incongruity is part of what makes these Trousers distinctive.
Next, we would like to introduce another set.
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"Shade Jacket"
¥99,000 TAX IN
It is made from weather cloth woven from cotton and hemp.
Because it is tightly and densely woven, it retains hemp's characteristic firmness, while the addition of cotton prevents excessive stiffness. Against the skin, it has a slightly dry texture.
Despite its substantial weight, it does not feel particularly heavy when worn.
Its high density makes it resistant to wind, so it is not a fabric limited to warm weather. Even after the seasons change and temperatures gradually fall, it is a material you can continue wearing for a long time.
Of course, the texture of this fabric will not remain exactly as it is at the beginning forever.
With repeated wear, the characteristic firmness of hemp gradually eases, softening as it conforms to the body.
The time you spend wearing it, including its wrinkles and wear marks, remains directly in the fabric's character.
This is a fabric whose changes can be enjoyed not only when new, but also over time.
When you hear the word "jacket," it is hard not to imagine a garment that requires a certain degree of care.
Handle it carefully to prevent wrinkles, and take it to the cleaner whenever it gets dirty. For a tailored jacket, I think that is a natural way to live with it.
This jacket, however, exists somewhat apart from that way of treating a garment.
Ultimately, it is military wear. Rather than emphasizing that character, it has been refined into a shape that can be worn naturally as everyday clothing.
Wash it at home, let it wrinkle, and allow the fabric to gradually soften.
Rather than smoothing out these changes, this is a jacket you can wear while accepting them as part of its character.
Since the garment has already been washed, fine irregularities are visible around the seams from the moment it is new.
Major construction areas, including the back, use felled seams. Because the seam allowances are overlapped and sewn together, repeated wear and washing create puckering around the seams, while the fabric's wrinkles grow deeper over time.
The more you wear it, the garment's contours gradually begin to emerge.
It already has character in its new condition, and is designed to continue changing from there.
The lining is made from a blend of cotton and rayon.
The outer fabric has a dry texture and a tough appearance, but the lining allows for smooth movement when putting it on, so there is little snagging even when layered over a shirt or knit.
Against its strong exterior, the inside is carefully designed for ease of wear.
The shape is a relaxed box silhouette with a slightly longer length.
It has the ease of a coverall without looking as rough as workwear. Though generous in volume, it retains a clearly defined outline as a jacket.
Continuing to handle it with care is not the only right way to live with this garment.
If it wrinkles, wear it as is. If it gets dirty, wash it at home.
Rather, I think this is a jacket that suits the character that emerges when it is worn with that degree of ease.
The final piece that can be worn as a set is the Shade M51 Cargo Pants.
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"Shade M51 Cargo Pants"
¥71,500 TAX IN
The foundation is the familiar M-51, one of the best-known military pants.
While retaining the characteristic details of the original M-51, including the large cargo pockets on both sides, we have given the silhouette a bold amount of volume.
They are not a straightforward reproduction of a familiar pair of military pants.
While retaining the distinctive character of the M-51, we have significantly changed how they look when worn.
These are not pants meant to be worn narrow and neatly contained.
They are worn with substantial width, with the hem sitting slightly over the shoes.
Precisely because of their volume, wrinkles and wear marks don’t look sloppy; they become part of the character of these pants.
These pants actually look better when treated a little roughly.
The distinctive feature is the tape extending from the cargo pocket.
Originally, it was used to secure items in the pockets so they would not shift around when moving. It is also said to have been repurposed as a tourniquet for wounded soldiers in emergencies.
Of course, that function is rarely needed in everyday life today. Even so, we have deliberately left it in place.
A function once added out of necessity becomes, with the passage of time, a detail that defines the appearance of these pants.
Although its purpose has changed, preserving its background along with it gives the detail a presence beyond mere decoration.
The tape can be tucked into the pockets or left hanging outside as you wear them. Whether shown or hidden, it subtly changes the impression of the pants.
Pair them with the Shade Jacket in the same fabric for a cohesive setup.
These Trousers, however, have enough width and volume to anchor an entire outfit on their own.
Even with a simple top, the pants alone bring the overall balance together.
As with the Jacket, the more you wear and wash them, the softer the fabric gradually becomes, while wear marks and texture emerge around the seams.
Rather than starting with a finished look, they gradually become your own pair through the wearer’s movements and the time spent in them.
These cargo pants are designed to be worn through the process of changing over time.
I’ve introduced three setups so far, but when it actually comes time to wear one, isn’t the inner layer surprisingly often the difficult choice?
A shirt can feel a little stiff. But a T-shirt can feel a little too casual.
The thermal fills that gap just right.
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" Thermal L/S Shirt "
COL : GRAY , MINT , ECRU , OFF WHITE
¥29,700 TAX IN
The distinctive texture of a thermal creates a different character from a shirt or T-shirt.
It preserves the polished feel of a setup while gently softening only its stiffness.
You want a casual look, but not to go too far in that direction. This is the right inner layer for those moments.
It is made from 100% Supima cotton, an American extra-long-staple cotton.
While many thermals blend in synthetic fibers to add stretch, this one is made entirely of cotton. It retains a soft hand while providing enough stretch to follow the body’s movements properly.
Because it touches the skin, it should feel good to wear in cotton alone.
It’s a thermal that’s comfortable to wear for long periods as an inner layer, without causing unnecessary stress.
Flatlock seams are used to reduce bulk from the seam allowances. By finishing the seams flat, they minimize snagging and discomfort when the fabric touches the skin directly.
The body is cut slightly longer, with a rounded hem. The hem sits neatly when tucked in and is designed not to come untucked easily as you move.
It’s designed not only to be worn on its own, but also with the comfort and fit of layering in mind.
It’s not as stiff as a shirt, nor as casual as a T-shirt. This thermal creates just the right balance beneath a setup.
It’s less formal than a shirt, yet a little different from a T-shirt.
When you want to wear your usual setup with a slightly different balance, a thermal can be a good option.
So far, I’ve introduced several items.
When new clothes arrive, they naturally catch your attention. Whenever new arrivals are put out in the shop, my eyes are drawn to them too.
But adding new clothes can also change the way the clothes you’ve owned for some time look to you.
Try pairing the pants you just bought with a jacket from a previous season. Try wearing something that you used to wear on its own as an inner layer instead.
A new piece can make an older one look new again.
When you think about it that way, the pleasure of choosing clothes isn’t limited to pieces from the current season.
Rather than when a garment was made, what matters more is how I want to wear it now. I believe that is far more important.
New arrivals will continue to come in.
Alongside the new cantáte pieces, take another look at the slightly older cantáte pieces, too.
You’re sure to find a way of wearing clothes that feels right for you now.
cliché Tomioka
