STAFF: Haru
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Hello! It’s Haru, the clothing geek!
Following up on yesterday, I’d like to keep talking about
items from vowels.
The item I’m introducing today is
a reconstruction of their classic "Baggy Denim"—the very face of vowels—
sprinkled with unique details specific to this season.
Let me jump right into talking about a pair of pants
that truly embodies the essence of vowels!
vowels
-Baggy Denim-
A unique piece that reinterprets vowels' signature item,
the Baggy Denim, with patchwork exclusive to this season.
Looking at this design, it sparks all sorts of stories in my mind.
Given that vowels is rooted in the street scene,
I can’t help but imagine a narrative like,
"denim that a skater has loved and worn for years." lol
The knees have been torn countless times,
and old clothes from around the house were cut up
to patch and reinforce the worn areas, adding thickness.
That thickness is proof of repeated challenges faced,
and using striped shirts or tweed for the patches
could even be seen as a rebellious message against formal dress.
The street culture of New York,
where various ideas and cultures intersect,
is incredibly deep,
which is exactly why we can imagine the roots
of these denim pants from so many different angles.
Rather than just seeing them as basic denim pants with effective patch designs,
I think it’s part of the fun of modern pieces
to read between the lines and come up with your own story.
Tapered denim has a strong casual street vibe,
and since very few people are looking for this silhouette right now,
vowels' proposal to go against the tide of the times
is what makes them feel truly "street."
The appeal of vowels lies not just in their textures and designs,
but in their attitude of proposing items that are genuinely cool
and don't sway with the trends of the times.
It looks great bunched up at the hem,
but rolling them up to show off your socks is also a good option.
These denim pants for this season
are packed with the essence of vowels.
Please check them out!!