Thursday, 28 November 2013

Winter is here; Time to Prepare a New Wardrobe


Fashion is something that keeps on changing, from time to time, place to place and season to season. Japanese fashion, know for quirky designs and styles, follow the same rule.

Fashion in Japan is more like any addiction. Young boys and girls, dressed up in bizarre costumes, envisage deep respect for fashion and subcultures. They are the fashion’s biggest ambassadors to the world.

Winter has set in the Japan. Now, one can see different fashion trends altogether occurring at the same time throughout the big cities in Japan. It’s time to collect winter clothing and accessories and prepare an all new wardrobe. But, before that you need to know the running fashion trends in Japan this season.

Tailored Suits and Jackets are always in Fashion

When it comes to winter, many people fail to think beyond tailored jackets and trousers and blocked hats. Though these are typically considered men’s wear items but they are also popular among the Japanese women. Old men’s sleeper like shoes and cardigans with British-styled fabrication are other men’s wear items now popular among the women.

Stunning Lure is a Popular Brand

If you have ever lived in Japan, you will be aware of the craziness among people for Stunning Lure’s collection, which is known for its Glamorous Sports trend in range. Everything at the brand’s outlet is edgy, individual and incredibly wearable.

Biker’s Jacket with Black Boots

Another quite popular trend in Japan these days is wearing biker’s jacket. You can buy one at Topshop but be ready to pay a fortune for a jacket that has your liking of design. Washed rider jackets are refreshing and most importantly they are in fashion. Get a pair of black boots to co-ordinate with the rider jacket.

Fur items for Winter


Mix and match clothing is absolutely acceptable in Japanese fashion. In the winter, people like to wear different colours and designs of winter fashion accessories. If you like fur items, you are spoilt for choices in the Japanese market, as fur items made of sheep, goats and rabbits are easily available in many shops. Beautiful women love to wear bright fur outerwear with natural tone.

Simplistic and Minimalistic Look

When you take a look at the men’s fashion trends, you will be surprised to find out that women’s fashion offer different varieties than men’s wear. If someone likes simplicity and minimalistic look, they also have lots of different options available in the market. Such women can’t go wrong if they decide to wear black and white cloth with gold accessories. You will look chic and elegant.

There are many other winter fashion trends doing rounds of the market in Japan.

Saturday, 14 September 2013

Denim Catching up with Other Japanese Fashion Trends

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Japanese youths are known for their exceptional fashion sense. Whatever they wear instantly becomes hit in the fashion world and keenly followed by the people all around the world. Teenagers in Japan are extremely fashion conscious and prefer to wear funky apparels with accessories while classical clothing like denim jeans are popular among people of all age groups.

The denim buffs around the world look upon Japanese denim as one of the best and of very high quality whereas Japanese people think of indigenous denim differently. They think highly of American denim and consider it as a real deal. The awesomely crafted Japanese denim does not enjoy the kind of popularity it deserves in the own country.

In the modern times, the rugged and rough jeans have become a real fashion staple. However, middle age Japanese people still prefer to wear clean and elegant design of denim jeans. They do not own a large collection of denim jeans in their wardrobe and a simple pair of jeans is enough for most of them.

Japanese Jeans Association working Hard to Popularise Denim Jeans

However, the Japanese Jeans Association is putting in great efforts to change the existing perception about denim jeans. Their hard works are paying off, as many people these days have started wearing denim fabrics.

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Denim jeans are slowly and gradually catching up with other Japan fashion trends and subcultures. Lots of young as well as middle aged men and women in Japan have started wearing denim fabrics.

Top Denim Jeans Brands in Japan

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With over the top cuts, detail and branding, popular brands like Evisu and Momotaro have specific bad-boy image. They are highly fashionable, well-respected and hugely regarded brands that everybody cannot afford to buy.

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On the other hand, the Pure Blue is considered well-behaved product in the Japanese denim fashion industry. Pure Blue is all about simple designs and understated cuts and does not have big branding patch on the back of the products. There is tiny leaf detailed at the back of jeans and can hardly be noticed but specifies the quality of jeans.

Best Jeanist Award

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Along with the top notch brands, the Japanese Jeans Association is working tremendously hard to popularise the denim jeans among the fashion conscious people of Japan. The association has started presenting annual “Best Jeanist Award” to attract the jeans aficionados. This award is given to the celebrities whom general public choose by voting. Their looks and appearance in jeans are keenly watched over before voting.

Japanese youths have freedom to choose their outfits from a vast range of collection available at the stores. If you are visiting Japan, you will have plenty of options to buy denim jeans at the high-end stores.

Monday, 12 August 2013

The World of Fashion heavily Influenced by Japan



People know Japan by many names and tags. Some know it as ‘The Land of the Rising Sun’, a geographical tag that was given to the country for being the first country to see the sun rise. Many also know Japan as the personification of history, culture, heritage and tradition. Japan is also considered as the technology hub or the technology capital of the world. But besides all of this, people often miss out on the world of Fashion in Japan.


Not many people know this but Japan is not influenced by western trends, in fact, it is the other round. Most of the fashion trends first start in Japan and then is spread across the world. The fashion capitals of the world, Milan, Paris and New York are deeply influenced by Japanese styles and fashion trends. Many European and American fashion designers launch their collections basing it completely on Japan trends.


One huge example of how Japanese fashion trends influence world fashion is camouflage motifs. These motifs first started in Ura-hara before it travelled all over the world. Japanese fashion might not be as famous as European fashion but some of the big names in global fashion are highly influenced by trends set in Japan or even the essence of Japan. One of the most unique Japanese fashion trends that struck UK was a Japanese undergarment called fundoshi. Sharefun released underwear like Japanese Fundoshi in the UK. Many in the UK have tried out the product and found it to be extremely comfortable. The linen that these undergarments are made of is snug and keeps you at ease at all times. 


The national outfit of Japan, the Kimono, has also inspired many fashion designers to make shirts, blouses and tops in the same design. Big names in the fashion world like Christian Dior and many more have been inspired by many Japanese fashion trends like the Samurai ensemble. Why even bags have been designed by using the Japanese hair knot style. The main fashion revolution in Japan started in the 80’s. Stalwarts in the world of Japanese fashion, like Issey Miyake, Comme de Garcons and Kohji Kamamoto, brought about the first changes. That revolution was later continued by brands like Kenz, Uniqlo and Muji. Many ‘western’ designers go to Japan to draw inspiration for their new collections. Therefore, western fashion has been heavily influenced by Japanese art and culture.

Monday, 22 July 2013

Japanese Love to follow the Changing Fashion Trends


Japan is known for its remarkable fashion trend. Fashion lovers love to follow Japanese fashion trends and everything about it. Their fashion trend is accepted even on the international runways. If you are a fashion freak, you must know the Japanese fashion virtues and what is the inspiration for designers there. The country has many facets for the designers – their history, tradition and modern culture. It is even interesting to see that each designer has a unique way to relate their design to contemporary fashion.



In Japan the tradition and modern culture walk hand-in-hand. When you go to explore the fashion trend in Japan, you will be surprised to see that traditional costumes designed in latest fashion are very much adorable among young people. The samurai-warrior and the geisha costumes are still quite popular and people love to wear them on special occasion or festivals. The traditional silk kimonos are designed with different types of prints, sometimes big or small.

  • If you see the warrior approach cloth from Haider Ackermann, you will surely love the entire collection. Everything is assembled so beautifully that even traditional dresses become fashion icons.
  • Lanvin & Uniqueness are the other brand who designs clothes on stronger view with minimal effort.
  • Japanese use vibrant colors in prints. With the arrival of summer, light and airy clothes with floral print in light colors can be seen everywhere.
  • Double-eyelid has caught the fancy of young Japanese girls. They put it on to look attractive and make a style statement.
  • Some of the cliché fashion trends can be seen on the Japanese metropolis streets.
  • Cities like Tokyo, Osaka, Kobe, Nagoya and Sendai are the main centers of uber-cool fashion trends.


  • If you see working professionals in adorning executive dresses then you will also see young boys and girls in cool funky attire. Japanese Fashion Trend is a way to restore confidence and show positive energy. Some of the latest Japanese street fashion trends are: Lolita, Gyaru, Decora, Shironuri, Oshare kei, Dolly Kei, Fairy kei, Mori girl etc.

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    The street fashion trend in the country is known for its mix and match of different style and genres. The country is blesses to have such live and vibrant fashion sense among its people. The immediate fashion trend is influenced from China, Taiwan and Korea. There are many shopping malls in the metro cities where the Current Japanese fashion trends is clearly visible.                                                                            

Thursday, 4 July 2013

Fashion Trends that Reign Japan

Japan is heaven for fashionistas. They who know the fashion love everything about Japanese fashion. Such is the acceptance that Japan-inspired trends have come on the international runways as well.

If you are a fashion freak and follow international fashion trends, you must be aware of the virtues of Japanese fashion. Have you ever though where from Japanese designers take inspiration?

Japan has many facets to offer inspiration to the designers. Its history, tradition and modern culture are simply exemplary and have a lot to inspire the fashion designers. It is interesting to notice that each designer has a unique way to interpret their inspiration to contemporary fashion.

Traditional Wears Translated in Modern Designs

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When you delve deep to explore the Japanese fashion trends, you will be amazed to find out that traditional costumes translated into modern designs are very much liked by the younger generation. The samurai-warrior and geisha costumes are still quite popular and form everyday pieces of clothing. Another big trend to look up to is prints inspired traditional motifs of silk kimonos.

If you take a look at the warrior approach on clothing from Haider Ackermann, you will grow fond of entire collection. The designer puts everything such beautifully that even a traditional form becomes wearable. Lanvin and Uniqueness are the other designers who take the minimal way out and design clothes on strong view.

Japanese-inspired prints are more about vibrant colours. With the onset of summer, floral prints on light and airy clothing can be seen everywhere. Besides, you can get to see some of the cliche fashion trends on the bustling streets of Japanese metropolises.

If, on one side of block, you can see working men and women adorning executive dresses then on the other, there are young girls and boys dressed outrageously in funky clothes. Japan is blessed to have such a vibrant fashion sense among its pupil.

Double-Eyelids Catching Fancy of Young Japanese Girls

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Adorning double-eyelid has caught fancy among the young Japanese girls. Though the issue might be controversial for many individuals but it has over-gripped the fashion sense of young petite beauties.

Young girls put on double eyelid to make a statement and to look attractive, fashionable and modern. There are many takes of this sensuous fashion trend. Many take it as a way to restore confidence and show off positive energies.

At the end, the major cities like Tokyo, Osaka, Kobe, Nagoya and Sendai, among others are the centre of uber-cool fashion trends. There are many shopping centres in the major cities where you can find out everything reining the Japanese fashion world.

Thursday, 6 June 2013

Japan is a Shopper’s Paradise for Tourists and Locals Alike

For tourists who love to shop, Japan is the place. Yes, you heard right. The country where antiquity meets modernity, you will find a shopper’s paradise. Towns and cities are filled with high end boutiques and small shops filled with goodies you can buy while you are visiting the land of the rising sun. We all think that Japan is all about, history, culture, tradition and heritage but the country is also very up to date with fashion trends and the bustling towns are full of stores from which you can shop.

In Tokyo, the Old Tokyo Post Office has been revamped and launched as Kitte, a seven storey shopping mall. The mall has products from all over Japan under one roof and you will also find various designer labels there. The entrance is well-lit and extremely spacious and it will surely blow you away. On the 6th floor of the building there is an outdoor garden. The fifth and sixth floor of the building are dedicated to food and the restaurants on these floors are extremely interesting. Amazing and traditional kitchenware is available at Kitte. Many branded clothes shops fill the floors at this shopping heaven. You can pick up souvenirs from the mall, perhaps a pretty tote bag? Citizens and tourist visit this shopping plaza as it has an interesting blend of typical Japanese handicraft and modern items. There is also a deli in the basement that serves brilliant take away food.


One of the most desirable places to shop in Japan is Ginza. Ginza is well renowned for its high end boutiques, stores and cafes. All the famous brands are available here and these fashion labels have also opened up restaurants of their own where gourmet cuisine is served. The shoppers can take a break from shopping and grab a bite at these places.

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Shinjuku is one of the busiest towns in Japan. There are department stores, book stores and electrical appliance stores that surround the station in Shinjuku. These stores are filled with customers at all times. There is an underground mall where you can find the best bargains. There is a discount store along Yasukuni Dori, and you will find arcades, restaurants and theatres at Kabuki-cho.

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A shopping guide in Japan is extremely important so that you do not get lost in the crowd of busy streets and it is advisable to read up blogs on the shopping scenario of the country so that you will know where to shop.

Wednesday, 5 June 2013

With Autumn Passed, Hope for a Remarkable Summer Fashion Trends in Japan

Long locks of hair, tanned skin and the long nails are keen to make a statement on the global platform. If this kind of fashion sense appeals to you, well you are one of the Black Diamond women.

This fashion trend is very much there to see on the streets of Japan. This fashion trend has been dubbed as “gal” and is ready to fly in the face of conventional ideas of feminine beauty. The pale skin and black hair trend has its root in the Japan of 1990s. This was the time, when Japanese fashion trends started to evolve. Dying hair brown and going to tanning salons was a hit thing amongst the teen girls in Japan.

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The rebel fashion trend can be very much seen in the fashion district of Harajaku and other areas.

With the onset of summer season, airy and floral patterned clothes are very much in demand. But, when it comes about the ongoing fashion trends, you will like to take note of the previous trend that made its presence felt in between the youths and teenage population of Japan.

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 The autumn season in Japan is all about vibrant colours and furs. Last season was also very much patterned on the same fashion trends. Tailored jackets and trousers with blocked hats were something outrageously preferred by the Japanese women. The fashionable wears were supplemented with old men’s slipper like shoes and cardigans. British fabrication had a large influence on this fashion trend.



The Stunning Lure is one brand that most of the Japanese people are in love with. The edgy and individual collection available at the brand’s showroom is incredibly wearable. With a vast range of sportswear, Stunning Lure was one of the most popular brands in the previous autumn season.

The topshop had a great range of biker’s jacket. Irrespective of the high price range, these jackets were quite popular amongst the bikers. Most of them preferred to couple the jacket with black boots.

And, who says patterned clothes no more look classy and fashionable? If you look at the previous season’s Japanese fashion trends, you will realise that these are still in fashion. The key motive behind this fashion trend was to lift up the mood.

Fur items are always in demand in Japan. A large number of Japanese women had adorned fur clothes with lots of vigour and enthusiasm.


Last but not the least; accessories have always been very popular in Japan. Supplementing the dresses with designer and colourful accessories has always been a stylish thing in the Japan.

With so much of choices available in the last autumn season, hope for a remarkable summer fashion trends is very high amongst the Japanese fashionistas.