Milan:
Layers of
Style
On the classic streets of Milan,
LifeWear adds a layer of style.
- Utility Short Blouson Jacket DKK 749.00
- Premium Lambswool Crew Neck Jumper DKK 399.00
- Fine Cloth Easy Care Checked Regular Fit Shirt
- Soft Brushed Turtleneck T-Shirt DKK 199.00
- Joggers DKK 299.00
- Pile Lined Jacket DKK 649.00
- Uniqlo U Twill Oversized Shirt (launches early October) DKK 449.00
- HEATTECH Extra Warm Ribbed Turtleneck Thermal Top DKK 249.00
- HEATTECH Extra Warm Pile Lined Thermal Tights DKK 199.00
- UNIQLO : C Comfeel Touch Long Boots (launches mid-September) DKK 649.00
- Round Mini Shoulder Bag DKK 149.00
- Comfort Blazer Jacket DKK 649.00
- Rugger Polo Shirt DKK 299.00
- Super Non-Iron Striped Slim Fit Shirt DKK 399.00
- DRY Colour Crew Neck T-Shirt DKK 59.00
- Utility Jacket DKK 549.00
- Extra Fine Cotton Broadcloth Striped Shirt DKK 299.00
- UV Protection Pocketable Parka DKK 399.00
- Smooth Fleece Mock Neck T-Shirt DKK 199.00
- Utility Work Trousers DKK 449.00
- Tailored Jacket DKK 749.00
- Uniqlo U Denim Shirt Jacket (launches early October) DKK 649.00
- HEATTECH Fleece Turtleneck Thermal T-Shirt DKK 199.00
- Low Rise Baggy Jeans DKK 399.00
- Uniqlo U Drawstring Bag
(L)
- Warm PUFFTECH Blouson DKK 849.00
- Premium Lambswool Half-Zip Jumper DKK 449.00
- Balloon Sleeved Dress DKK 449.00
- UNIQLO: C Comfeel Touch Long Boots (launches mid-September) DKK 649.00
(R)
- Three-Way Single Breasted Coat
- Flannel Checked Shirt DKK 349.00
- Oxford Striped Shirt DKK 349.00
- Smooth Fleece Mock Neck T-Shirt DKK 199.00
- Wide Leg Jeans DKK 449.00
- Flannel Checked Shirt DKK 349.00
- Oxford Striped Shirt DKK 349.00
- Smooth Fleece Mock Neck T-Shirt DKK 199.00
- Uniqlo U Reversible Stand Jacket (launches early October) DKK 999
- Flannel Checked Shirt DKK 349.00
- Uniqlo U Brushed Jersey Mock Neck T-Shirt 299 DKK
- Uniqlo U Curved Jeans 499 DKK
(L)
- Uniqlo U Twill Oversized Shirt (launches early October) 449 DKK
- HEATTECH Extra Warm Pile Lined Thermal Tights DKK 199.00
(R)
- Denim Overshirt DKK 399.00
- Extra Fine Cotton Broadcloth Striped Shirt 299 DKK
- Soft Brushed Turtleneck T-Shirt DKK 199.00
- Ultra Stretch Colour Jeans DKK 149.00
- Colourful 50 Socks DKK 39.00
- Ultra Light Down Vest DKK 399.00
- Super Non-Iron Slim Fit Shirt DKK 349.00
- Flannel Checked Shirt DKK 349.00
- Fleece Zipped Jacket DKK 299.00
- Uniqlo U Wide Fit Parachute Cargo Trousers DKK 399.00
- Colourful 50 Socks DKK 39.00
- Wool Blend Long Coat DKK 1099.00
- Cotton Striped Shirt DKK 299.00
- Flannel Shirt
- 100% Extra Fine Merino Ribbed Turtleneck Jumper
- Ultra Stretch Jeans DKK 349.00
- UNIQLO : C Comfeel Touch Side Gore Short Boots (launches mid-September) DKK 449.00
- One Handle Bag DKK 349.00
(L)
- Comfort Blazer Jacket DKK 599.00
- Rugger Polo Shirt DKK 299.00
- Super Non-Iron Striped Slim Fit Shirt DKK 349.00
- Stretch Selvedge Slim Fit Jeans 349 DKK
- Colourful 50 Socks DKK 39.00
(R)
- Ines de la Fressange Corduroy Double Breasted Jacket DKK 849.00
- Extra Fine Cotton Broadcloth Striped Shirt 299
- Uniqlo U Denim Straight Leg Trousers (launches early October) 449 DKK
- Uniqlo U Chunky Stole 349 DKK
- UNIQLO : C Comfeel Touch Loafers (launches mid-September) DKK 449.00
- Photography by Katsuhide Morimoto
- Styling by Mitsuru Kurosawa
- Hair by Eri Uematsu
- Makeup by Shinya Morita
- Coordination by Minako Shimada
- Special thanks to Gianluca Cantaro
What characterises
Milan style today?
Interview with Gianluca Cantaro
In my view, “Milan style” is a reflection of our social history. It’s especially apparent with men’s fashion. In contrast with tourist destinations like Venice and Florence, the city of Milan has long been a centre of business. Until quite recently, it was the norm for lawyers and bankers, really anyone who did office work, to wear a classic suit. This was the baseline of fashion. For the last couple of decades, though, younger folks have done things differently. They might wear a hoodie underneath a jacket or incorporate sportswear like sweatpants. Worn properly, a light down vest makes a sharp casual addition to an outfit. In the days when figures like Gianni Agnelli (former head of Fiat) were the arbiters of style, choices a traditionalist might call a “mistake” were gradually accepted as new standards. This mix of orthodox and casual is at the heart of Milan style.
The women of Milan are very sensitive to trends. Lately it’s high waisted pants and wide-leg silhouettes. We’re seeing lots of cropped tops,with an emphasis on active, sporty styles.
Every time a fashion show like Pitti Uomo opens, pictures of well-dressed attendees spread throughout the world. But that’s only a slice of the industry. If you want to see “real” Milan style, you’ll have to look elsewhere. We tend to favour subdued colours like blue and charcoal. Moderation is a virtue. It’s considered chic for accent colours to be concentrated in small areas, like the socks or a handkerchief.
Up through the early twentieth century, even kids wore suits to mass. I got my sense for fashion from the classics that my parents bought me and from grown-ups around town. These days, you rarely see a kid wearing a suit. Especially since the 2000s, our fashion icons have tended toward a relaxed, casual look. I think UNIQLO fits so well into the Milan style of today because it’s basic in the best sense of the word. It’s easy for people to make UNIQLO a part of their personal style.
