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September 14, 2018
Flare Council
As the signs of autumn begin to appear everywhere, and new items are gradually being added to our wardrobes, this is the season. The bottom wear that Editor Demon King has his eye on, continuing from last year, is "flare pants." This time, we propose points for wearing them more elegantly. Let's hold a Flare Council!
Direction by SUKEZANE TomokiPhotographs by YAMAGUCHI KenichiStyling by KAWAI KohtaModel by KOUText by HATAKEYAMA Satoko
Vol. 27: Flare Council
SukezaneI've been wearing flare pants for several seasons now, and my enthusiasm continues into this fall and winter. There are two key points for wearing them elegantly, and I always pay attention to the waist and the feet.
The flare silhouette from the hip to the hem won't achieve a beautiful line if the waist area isn't fitted. Many flare pants are high-waisted, but it's best not to wear them intentionally pulled down. The flowing silhouette comes from a clearly defined hip line, so the basic rule is to wear them at the proper waist with the correct size.
For the feet, the balance of the pant length and the shoes you pair with them are crucial. Voluminous shoes work well, and if you opt for shorter pants, boots are recommended.
When wearing flare pants, I still find myself researching the balance of lengths and shoe pairings to create my own style. This season, the 'Flare Council' seems set to continue.
Right: Pants ¥32,000 (J_O × MYne Denim), Coat ¥145,000 (J_O × Sanyo / both JANTJE_ONTEMBAAR 03-6812-7106) *Other items are the wearer's own.
Left: Pants ¥32,000 (J_O × MYne Denim), Coat ¥155,000 (J_O × Sanyo / both JANTJE_ONTEMBAAR 03-6812-7106), Boots (price reference) (Tom Ford / Tom Ford Japan 03-5466-1123)
JANTJE_ONTEMBAAR
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