A special outfit.
Hello.
On such a hot day, a leather vest...
I think most people would have thought so (laughs).
However, this is really amazing.
Even during this season, I want to wear it so much that it’s a wonderful product.
By the way, everyone, do you often wear vests?
Actually, I used to have quite a resistance to vests.
Rather, I may still have a little (laughs).
I’ve bought and let go of them many times, and I got frustrated with myself for not being able to style them, so I’ve tried many times, but the results remained unchanged...
Then after thinking about it, I came to one conclusion within myself.
I thought, “I’m not good at the difficult timing to wear them.”
For me, vests were a category that were “not necessary” in styling.
Of course, that's not all.
Simply, I hadn't met a piece that raised my spirits to that extent, which is also a significant reason.
If it’s a piece of clothing you really love, the timing to wear it or usability wouldn’t matter, you would just pick it up.
I’ve made this preamble long...
This is something I genuinely wanted to wear.
And something I can confidently recommend to everyone.
Such a wonderful piece has been created by BISOWN.
It’s truly remarkable...
I really love women's designer clothing.
Partly because it often fits my body type and style, I’m also attracted to the elegance that seeps out from masculinity and somewhat mode nuances.
While based on military and work styles, it has a sophisticated air about it.
BISOWN is exactly one of those brands for me.
Not just masculinity and ruggedness, but elegance and allure coexist naturally there.
I have always been drawn to clothes that feel somewhat delicate and ambiguous rather than just strong.
The balance of BISOWN’s clothing is truly exquisite.
And this time it’s leather.
It’s a material that possesses ruggedness and strength, yet has no unpleasant masculine odor, naturally coming together in elegance.
Leather x Female Designer
I believe it’s a piece that beautifully embodies that appeal.
Moreover, it’s much lighter than typical leather vests and looks modern.
When it comes to leather vests, they tend to be heavy and earthy, but this one is something entirely different.
It does not require being forced to make sense in styling.
I feel that there are few pieces that are complete on their own in that sense.
Also, it’s delightfully reversible.
Many styling ideas are popping up already.
This is truly the first time.
I have never had this feeling with a vest.
The sizes are available in 2, 3, and 4.
Just as a reference,
- If you wear a coat or blouson over it, primarily as innerwear, choose 2.
- If you want to use it as innerwear, while layering with knitwear or other thick items, choose 3.
- It might be a bit advanced, but if you want to wear it on the outermost layer or layer over an outer garment, choose 4.
This is how it fits me, a slim body type at 176 cm tall.
Those who have read this far must be enchanted by this appeal.
It’s a special piece that has dispelled all my concerns and fears about vests.
The first unveiling is on June 6 and 7 at the Tokyo pop-up.
Due to production circumstances, this will be limited to an order sale of only 15 pieces.
After the pop-up ends, the stock available for sale will only be what is left after the orders.
The estimated delivery is around September to October.
Honestly, I wish to deliver it to more people.
However, I believe it’s more important to thoughtfully shape something that we truly believe is good, rather than just producing a certain number.
HAMMOCK is still a small shop.
That’s why I want to accumulate things that only we can do.
Not just a place to display clothes, but I want to create a space where we can share things and values that we genuinely believe are good.
This special order is one step towards that.
I feel that this is a milestone for both me and HAMMOCK as we think about the future.
I feel like I’ve gone on for too long, so I’ll take my leave here (laughs).
Finally next weekend.
If you live in Tokyo, please come.
I look forward to meeting everyone!
HAMMOCK Store Manager
[Related Blog]
This time, I talked mainly about the appeal of the item, but Yasue has written about the background until this vest was born in another article.
Why a vest? Why leather?
It details the thoughts behind this special order and the process of creation, so please read it as well.
