TAKEO KIKUCHI | First Collaboration for 30th Anniversary Collection Released

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TAKEO KIKUCHI 30th Anniversary Collection: Collaboration Begins!

First Limited Edition Items: The Theme is "TAILORED" to Refine the Man

The menswear brand "TAKEO KIKUCHI" celebrates its 30th anniversary this season. To commemorate the brand's 30th anniversary, the "30th Anniversary Collaboration" will feature limited edition items released every two months for a total of three times, starting in September, each with a distinct theme.
The first installment, for September and October, is themed "TAILORED," and includes a Chesterfield coat from "Hardy Amies,"Taishi Nobukunia tailored suit set designed by Mr. Nobukuni, and a revival of a popular item from the brand's early days: the white shirt.

Text by KAJII Makoto (OPENERS)

A New Challenge to Mark the 30th Anniversary

The "30th Anniversary Collaboration" limited edition items from Takeo Kikuchi focus on the people and brands that have been involved in the brand's journey, as well as new initiatives sparked by the 30th anniversary, offering content that will delight many fashion fans.

Faithful Reproduction of the Brand's Original White Shirt

Since the launch of the Takeo Kikuchi brand in 1984, the "suit style" has been its iconic image. The white shirt, first offered at the brand's debut, makes a long-awaited return after 30 years.
In addition to iconic designs such as the long-running hit "long point" collar, as well as wide and tab collars, and double cuffs, the details of the original shirt are preserved while the silhouette has been updated for a modern fit. The woven label also replicates the original from that era. The shirts are meticulously crafted by the same domestic shirt manufacturer as 30 years ago and come in a box reminiscent of the original packaging.

Classical Yet Avant-Garde Garments That Harness the Appeal of Both

After serving as the creative director for Takeo Kikuchi's collections from Spring/Summer 2004 to Autumn/Winter 2007,the Ginza tailor salon "THE CRAFTIVISM taishi nobukuni"Mr. Taishi Nobukuni has been pursuing his unique approach to garment making.
This collaboration, realized through a passionate request from Creative Director Takeo Kikuchi, is based on classic designs that leverage expert tailoring techniques. Details such as the lapel width, button spacing, and stitch color, reminiscent of bespoke tailoring, create a distinctive presence that sets it apart.

A Powerful and Beautiful Silhouette Evoking British Gentility

The British brand Hardy Amies, with its concept of "Respect for the Past, Vision for the Future," offers classical and traditional items. Creative Director Takeo Kikuchi requested the Chesterfield coat, a signature piece of the brand.
The impeccably structured pattern, characteristic of British tailoring, has been retained, while Takeo Kikuchi selected a luxurious alpaca-blend melton, "ZANIERI," for the material. The result is a single-breasted coat with a custom-dyed lining. The special edition lining and name tag are also noteworthy details.

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