STAFF: Haru
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Hello! I'm Haru, a total clothes nerd!!
December has arrived and the days are
flying by even faster than before,
and before I knew it, there's only one day left in the year.
Some will spend the time relaxing at home,
while others will head back to their hometowns to see old friends;
everyone has their own way of spending the end of the year.
By the way, us here at sign will be at the store
from morning till night, haha.
I think there's a unique sense of restlessness that comes with the
unusual rhythm of the year-end,
but I think it’s nice to have the unchanging daily life of "sign"
existing within that atmosphere.
The city is in a New Year's mood,
but if you step through our door and head to sign,
you'll find the "same old scenery"
still spreading out there, which I think is kind of interesting.
However, sometimes, a change from the norm
can be a necessary element for personal growth,
and that applies to the items we suggest as well.
It’s fine to keep doing the same things,
but sometimes making a different proposal
allows you to enjoy things with a fresh perspective,
and you may even come to appreciate the value of what you've had all along even more.
It’s true that we at sign still always
reach for CALMANTHOLOGY footwear,
but this year, sign has proposed a new addition
that brings a fresh essence to your feet,
and it’s a pair that has already been well-received by many.
That item is...
Troentorp
-Swedish Clog - Monet-
-Swedish Clog - Monet / Nubuck-
It’s a pair that Kento-san has loved and
worn for decades.
For someone young like me, it’s a fresh new pair,
but for older folks, it might feel nostalgic, and many
already have them as a staple in their wardrobe.
Troentorp is a long-standing Swedish manufacturer of wooden clogs
that has been around since 1907.
The characteristic footbed features a high sole and a gentle arch
designed to support posture and reduce the strain on your lower back.
That is why Troentorp is widely loved by real workers in Sweden
who stand all day, such as chefs and nurses.
I didn't know they existed until I joined sign,
but after seeing Kento-san and Sota wearing them,
I was drawn to them, and we have finally started stocking them at sign.
Speaking of Troentorp, the "Swedish Clog"
was apparently super trendy among people in their 30s and 40s
to wear with certain famous track pants,
but here at sign, we recommend styling them in our way:
wearing nice slacks with a break at the hem
and pairing them with the Swedish Clogs!!
They feel like wearing sandals,
but they have the look of leather shoes,
making them versatile enough to match any outfit.
And,
thanks to the thick sole,
they are excellent shoes that help improve your silhouette too.
What's more,
the price is very accessible at ¥24,000 + tax.
If I were to buy a pair myself, I’d go for the brown nubuck ones
and wear them with red socks!
There is no doubt that calmanthology is our go-to for a foolproof pair,
but this artisanal piece lets you enjoy the comfort of sneakers in a leather shoe
and adds a unique essence to your look.
This item is perfect for your final purchase of the year.
Don't miss it!!
Tomorrow is "ALL NIGHT SIGN 2026."
We look forward to seeing you for our final day of business this year!
My Fashion Obsession Diary EP. 68
