UNIQLO｜LifeWear Story 100 directed by Yataro Matsuura｜Women 3D Extra Fine Merino Ribbed Dress

When at home, Asha was always focused on her fashion work.

When she was stuck, she would pull out her clothes from the closet and study them carefully, as though to be reading a book, to find the clue for her idea.

“There’s this look I want to wear in autumn. Each year, I always have an outfit I want to wear at the beginning of autumn. Do you have a thing like that?”

“Hmm, first outfit for fall. I always look forward to wearing my cashmere knitted top when it starts to get cold.”

“For me, it’s this knitted dress!” she said, pulling out her favorite knitted dress from the closet.

“See, isn’t this nice? My family gave it to me as a Christmas present when they came to New York for a visit. Do you want to see me in it? This will a first this year.” Without waiting for my response, she started to take off the shirt she was wearing and put on the knitted dress.

The soft knit caressed her slim frame. From her blissful expression, I can tell it wasn’t just its warmth but its deep relaxation.

“When I wear this, somehow, I feel so peaceful. I guess when you wear a knitted piece you were given as a present, you think about that person,” she said and put the sleeve on her cheek to enjoy the texture.

“Hey, what color do you like for knitwear? For me, it’s red. The first time I landed in New York, it was winter and snowing. Then, I saw this woman wearing this vibrant red knitted top in this world of silver white and it was just simply beautiful. Since then, my favorite color for knitwear became red.”

“I like white. My mom knitted me a white top when I was small. I loved it so much that I wore it throughout the winter.”

Like Asha said, I remember feeling the warm of my mom every time I wore that white knitted top. I knew that that was why I loved it so much.

“So white for you and red for me. It would look so lovely if we walked together!”

“Oh, I wish autumn would come soon,” Asha said quietly.

Every aspect of this 3D wool dress was designed to bring out the beauty and feminine appeal of the woman who wears it. The secret is the Wholegarment technique that makes this a completely a seamless construct.

As this is knitted as one piece, there are no seams nor stitching, with a fine ribbed surface that fits well with its beautiful silhouette. They key is the line around the chest. The concentric method naturally contours along the bodyline but brings the focus in the chest area. The premium 100% wool also highlights the delicate beauty.

Through our conversation, I started to wonder about my family back home.

If I’m honest, I intentionally did not think about them because if I did, I’ll be reminded of how much I miss them. That’s why I hadn’t spoken to my parents for quite some time.

Asha was different. She would constantly think about her family who lives far away. She would phone and write to them whenever possible so she would always feel their presence. They were her rock.

I thought this was wonderful and was envious as well.

One day, I told Asha, “I want to be independent,” to which she replied, “What do you want to be independent from?” This question caught me off guard.

“For example, my family…”
“Why do you need to be independent from your family? Families are a unit, supporting and helping each other, loving each other, always. That’s what a family is all about. I don’t think being independent from them is a right concept. In fact, I think you should love your family more. Why do you not want to talk about your family so? They are a part of you, right? You love them, right? If you want to let others know who you are, you have to talk about your family more. To love you means to love your family, too.”

Asha was dead on. Now that I think about it, it was a strange concept to become independent from one’s family. It was true that I discovered myself having this strange conviction.

“Being independent is important, but that is just about that connection you have with society, and it shouldn’t be what you should subject your family to. Families are essential for humans to live as humans. It’s a place to come home to; it’s what you love, protect, and appreciate. I say this time and time again, I don’t love the individual person that is you but I love you and your family. That’s why I want you to love my family, and that’s why I tell you about them. You see what I mean?”
When Asha gets into this mode, she always holds both my hands and looks straight into my eyes.

“That’s why I think you should depend on your family more. Let them take care of you. Supporting each other in our respective lives is what a family is all about. I’m alone in New York now, but I share everything with them, so they know all about you, too. That’s why, even if I am physically alone, I can live, work, and follow my dreams like this…”

On that note, Asha gazed out the window and said,

“Have you ever thought about us being a family?”

You’ll enjoy the color variation and the design, too. There are multiple silhouettes to choose from, like fit and flare. The 3D mock neck is one that goes well with jewelry and other accessories.

The 3D ribbed can stand on its own, but you can also go casual, with a denim jacket and sneakers, or elegant, with a stole. This LifeWear will take you anywhere.

I’ve been waiting
for the summer to be over
so that I can wear this!

WOMEN3D EXTRA FINE
MERINO RIBBED
LONG-SLEEVE
DRESS$59.90

Choose this clothes

What is “LifeWear story 100?”

At UNIQLO,
there exist these lines of clothes
which has remained for many years,
trend-neutral
yet never dated.
Out of the line-ups,
they are the unsung presence,
sitting quietly behind in TV ads.

Yet, they are the culmination
of the years of passion and devotion,
where UNIQLO sought to pursue
more comfort,
more durability, and
more quality.

They give shape and gravitas
to what and who UNIQLO is,
and what UNIQLO continues
to nurture with great care.

To go beyond yesterday,
to reach higher tomorrow.

When you take it in your hands,
when you try it on,
it softly speaks to you,
almost like a friend.

What is a rich quality
lifestyle?
How is such a quality day spent?
What does happiness mean to you…

And you will find yourself
surprised to discover that such
piece of clothing has existed.

What is the UNIQLO principle?
Why do we call clothing LifeWear?
What kind of clothes constitute
LifeWear?

Here, we go deep into
the root of LifeWear,
to know
and to tell.
And I hope to write
stories that revolve
around LifeWear and myself.

LifeWear story 100 will be
a story about a journey with me and LifeWear.

Yataro Matsuura

Essayist, editor. Born 1965 in Tokyo.
For nine years from 2005, under the leadership of the founder, Shizuko Ohashi, he was the chief editor for the magazine, “Kurashi no Techo.” Since, he launched an online media site, “Kurashi no Kihon.” Currently, sits as a director for Oishii Kenko Ltd. Recognized for his eye for style and experience in presenting ideas for quality lifestyle. Regularly writes in his columns in newspapers and magazines. Has penned numerous best-sellers including “Kyo mo Teinei ni” and “Shigoto no Kihon Kurashi no Kihon 100.” Hosts a radio program on NHK Radio 1, “Karen Style.”