Interpreting Fall/Winter Trends Through the 'coffee and milk' Lens

— The 'coffee and milk' brand is created by the duo of Ozawa-san and Kubo-san. How do you feel about this season's collection?

OzawaBasically, I draw various sketches, and then ask Kubo-san for his opinion, like 'How about this?' and proceed from there. It's similar to creating fashion pages for a magazine; we decide on a theme, think about styling, choose the staff... it's like doing that in three dimensions.

KuboWe often discussed this season's concept during breaks at the collection shows, didn't we?


OzawaThis season's theme is "BLACK MOUNTAIN." Kubo-san and I discussed it during breaks at the show in Paris, where I showed him my sketches. For some reason, I can't concentrate in Tokyo (laughs). "BLACK MOUNTAIN" expands on the theme of this autumn's snow life trends interpreted in the 'coffee and milk' style.

KuboOzawa-san, at first glance he seems like a rich kid, but he's a bit of a rascal (laughs). I also like clean, rich-kid-style fashion, and I like it even more when there's a hint of mischief. I really like 'coffee and milk''s skull motif and that kind of vibe.


— This is your third season since launching. How do you feel about its progress?

OzawaWhen you continue something, whether it's making clothes or anything else, you inevitably hit new walls. That's why 'coffee and milk' is a trial every time.

KuboThis season too, please come and see the 'coffee and milk' style of clothing making in stores.

— Ozawa-san, could you say a few words about the OPENERS x 'coffee and milk' exclusive hooded parka?

OzawaThis hooded parka is a completely original, limited-edition exclusive. We've created a slim silhouette with a shorter length for a better fit. When viewed from the back, milk appears to be dripping from the hood, resulting in a casual item that adults can enjoy wearing.

— Thank you very much.

Brand 'coffee and milk' x OPENERS Exclusive Collaboration Item Completed!