Autumndresses

Photography by Masahiro Sambe Styling by Yuriko E
Hair & Makeup by Hiroko Ishikawa Text by UNIQLO

Dancers, directors, authors, artists. Based in Japan, these creative women are active on the global stage. The colours and materials of these autumn and winter dresses complement their distinct personalities.

Satin V Neck DressMariko Kakizaki, Dancer

A deep green satin dress, paired with a pleated skirt in a rich brown. Nonchalant shoulder tucks and a gently flaring silhouette create a refined look.

Mariko Kakizaki

@marikokakizaki_

Mariko Kakizaki. Born in 1988 in Kagawa Prefecture. Contemporary dancer. Height 165 cm. Launching her career while a student at the University of Tsukuba, Mariko went on to join Israel’s lively Batsheva Dance Company. Since giving birth to her first child in 2021, she has remained vigorously active, staging exciting dance performances that blend live music and fine art.

Satin Tucked V Neck DressHana Tajima for UNIQLO $79.90
Asymmetric Pleated Skirt $59.90

Denim Shirt DressHanna Kirishima, Creator

This denim outfit plays with the contrast between dark and light. The A-line maxi dress can be worn unbuttoned, like a lightweight longer jacket, or tied off with the matching belt, for a fit and flare look.

Hanna Kirishima

@kirishimahanna

Born in 1996 in Tokyo. A multitalented creator working in photography, illustration and film. Height 169 cm. Hanna’s mother is the model Karen Kirishima, and her father is photographer Yoshihiko Ueda. Graduating from Parsons School of Design, she worked on set for a Hollywood film production before going freelance. She sees art as a platform for social change and is the founder of the creative group Fauve.

Denim A Line Long Sleeve Shirt Dress $79.90
Baggy Jeans $59.90
V Neck Flared DressMariko Yamauchi, Author

This viscose dress has a gorgeous drape. The softly shaped waist combines with relaxed frills that sway with every step for a feminine look. Chic black offsets the red lipstick and boots.

Mariko Yamauchi

@yamauchi_mariko

Born in 1980 in Toyama Prefecture. Height 157 cm. Beginning her career as a commercial writer, she made her literary debut in 2008. Notable books include her first book It’s Boring Here, Pick Me Up (Gentosha, 2012) and Tokyo Noble Girl (Shueisha, 2016). We Were Friends, Seriously (Kobunsha, 2022), Mariko’s first work of fiction in four years, has garnered rave reviews, while her next novel, commissioned by Magazine House, is forthcoming.

V Neck 3/4 Sleeve Flared Dress
Flannel Skipper Collar DressMegumi Tsuno, Film Director

A roomy kaftan dress with a skipper neck design, spruced up by the warm textures of flannel. The softness of the cosy cotton makes it easy to care for. Paired here with Chelsea boots, it's just the right mood for autumn.

Megumi Tsuno

Born in 1987 in Kanagawa Prefecture. Film Director. Height 157 cm. After studying under film director Hirokazu Kore-eda, Megumi made her directorial debut in the 2018 omnibus film Ten Years Japan. She is one of three young directors taking up the megaphone for episodes of The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House, a drama set to premiere worldwide on Netflix in 2022, with Kore-eda as the showrunner.

Flannel Skipper Collar Long DressHana Tajima for UNIQLO $79.90
Ankle Boots
Ombre Plaid Flannel DressEwelina Skowronska, Visual Artist

Named after the French word for “shading,” this ombré plaid dress has a pattern that transitions gently from light to dark. Roll back the cuffs to expose the deep navy accents.

Ewelina Skowronska

@ewelello

Born in 1980 in Wrocław, Poland, Ewelina has lived in Japan for six years. Height 176 cm. A visual artist, she explores themes of body and gender through printmaking, drawings, and ceramics. Her work has been exhibited in Japan as well as the US, the UK, and Canada. In 2021, she co-founded ONA project room, an initiative that aims to support female artists.

Checked Flannel Belted Dress
Ines de la Fressange $119.9
Cotton Gathered DressDanni Swiss, Model

This expertly-designed dress features a gathered waist at the front, cinched off by looped drawcords with sporty toggles. The resilient cotton twill accentuates the wide sleeves and flared silhouette.

Danni Swiss

@xodanniswiss

Born in 1988 in California, Danni has lived in Japan for one year. Height 172 cm. Since going freelance as a model at age twenty, she has appeared in ads for fashion brands and campaigns for UNIQLO. Danni has creative ambitions, making ceramics and writing poetry. She’s also currently studying Japanese.　

Cotton Gathered Dress
UNIQLO and JW Anderson
Mid Calf Boots
Viscose Floral Print DressShioli Kutsuna, Actor

This nostalgic calico dress is spiced up with a crimson cashmere jumper. The leather belt has a matte finish, for a naturally broken-in look. The accessories and colour palette give this style a vintage feel.

Shioli Kutsuna

@shiolikutsuna

Born in 1992 in Sydney. Shioli came to Japan at age fourteen to pursue her dream of acting. In 2016, she had a breakout role in While the Women Are Sleeping, directed by Wayne Wang, and has since appeared in the Hollywood films Deadpool 2 and The Outsider. A member of the main cast of the Apple TV+ drama Invasion, Shioli features in the Netflix drama Sanctuary, scheduled to premiere worldwide.

Viscose Shirt Dress
Ines de la Fressange 3D Knit Seamless Cashmere Turtleneck Jumper
Belt $39.90

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