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February 2, 2015
FACTOTUM | The Noteworthy Domestic Menswear Brand FACTOTUM's Spring/Summer 2013 Collection
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The theme for the 2013 Spring/Summer collection is “Working and Thinking”
The docks and library of 1950s San Francisco
With a brand concept rooted in a deep affection for denim and a fusion of high fashion and everyday wear—FACTOTUM develops its wardrobe based on tailoring, military, and workwear. Koji Udo, the designer, explains the latest collection, which garners attention for its craftsmanship inspired by people, landscapes, and atmospheres encountered during his travels to various countries.
Text by KAJII Makoto (OPENERS)
Focus on the style of the “Intelligent Worker”
—What is the theme/concept for the 2013 Spring/Summer collection?
It’s “Working and Thinking.”
—Please tell us about the theme/concept.
This season, we focused on the diary “Dockside Diary” by Eric Hoffer, a philosopher who worked as a longshoreman on the San Francisco docks from 1958 to 1959.
The collection is inspired by the docks and library where he spent most of his days in the open, colorful, and beautiful city of San Francisco.
—What are the key looks (coordinations)?
Intelligent workers and elegant work styles.
—What are the key items?
Tailored items. We've incorporated materials, motifs, patterns, and colors that align with the theme.
—What are the key colors?
Navy. The accent color is red.
—A message to your fans?
We want to continue creating clothes that convey social messages and allow people to enjoy fashion.
＜Main Retailers＞
United Arrows, Isetan, Beams, Stairways, Kings Road, Input, etc. For details, please visit the website below.
UDO Koji
Born in 1971. After graduating from Tokyo Mode Gakuen, he joined BEAMS Co., Ltd. He then studied abroad in London before returning to Japan and participating in the launch of a domestic brand. He later went independent and established FACTOTUM in 2004. He debuted at Tokyo Collection in September 2006. The women's line, FACTOTUM FEMME, debuted in May 2010. In April 2012, he participated in MFW in Singapore, presenting his first overseas collection.
FACTOTUM FLAG SHOP
11-3 Uguisudani-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Tel. 03-5459-9779
http://www.factotum.jp/
