Winter Styling Options Increase When You Have Two Distinctly Different Outerwear Items!
Outerwear items greatly sway how coordinate looks and feel because they cover a lot of area. While it might seem like a good idea to buy a single minimalist item and force it into different looks, it’s far better to get two and commit to one to work and the other to play. You’ll feel better for it. Better still, you can have far more fun with fashion that way! Try this. Buy two outerwear items, but with different lengths, then buy them at UNIQLO where you’ll find plenty of accessibly priced, stylish outerwear items. In this installment, stylist Megumi Ikeda and fashion writer Machi Ito also provided valuable tips that you’ll want to refer to as well.
For play looks, Ultra Light Down Cocoon Jacket
“The coral tone look, which isn’t too sweet, is ideal for grownups.”
“The convenience that comes from an ability to collapse into a small pouch is fabulous.”
If you’re planning on going completely casual on a day off, why not choose a down jacket that’s an uplifting color? This model’s eye-catching pink and matte finish foster a grownup look that has a playful air to it. You’ll love how the drawstring in the hem expands styling options, too. Use it to create the rounded cocoon form that’s in vogue, or use it to adjust the silhouette to one that’s perfect for the bottoms.
Modeled items
WOMEN Ultra Light Down cocoon jacket
WOMEN cotton ribbed crew neck long-sleeve T-shirt
WOMEN high-rise skinny flare ankle jeans
NOTE: Remaining items were provided by the stylist.
For work looks, double-face cocoon coat
“Its rounded form is feminine and adorable.”
“The navy model that goes great with brown items is fabulous.”
At first glance, this coat looks like a straightforward chesterfield, but a closer look reveals a cocoon silhouette that gradually curves toward the hem. The rounded form fosters a demure air, and you’ll love how it looks classy when matched to masculine items, like plaid pants and lace-up shoes. This season, you’ll want to try the navy model in particular! It goes great with the brown coordinates that are in vogue and has a respectable feel that’s appropriate for work looks.
Modeled items
WOMEN double-face cocoon coat
WOMEN souffle yarn mock neck sweater
WOMEN tattersall EZY ankle-length pants
NOTE: Remaining items were provided by the stylist.
For play looks, padded hooded ribbed blouson
“Choose white in winter when dark colors dominate.”
“The faux fur trim is detachable for easier coordination.”
This outerwear item appears cute at first glance, owing to a fluffy, faux fur trim that’s irresistibly adorable. And even though it’s trimmer than a down jacket, it’s still warm, thanks to cotton batting. You’ll particularly love how its short length simplifies balancing with all bottoms, including wide-leg pants, and not just skirts. The pockets are lined with micro-fleece to keep hands warm even without gloves, so the blouson is perfect for when going out or vacationing in winter.
Modeled items
WOMEN padded hooded ribbed blouson
WOMEN extra fine Merino relaxed V-neck sweater
WOMEN gathered long skirt (available this February 2020)
NOTE: Remaining items were provided by the stylist.
For work looks, wool-blend wrap coat
“Amazing quality for under Php 4,990!”
“Convenient because it isn’t too narrow and is easy to layer.”
First and foremost, you’ll love the high-quality feel of UNIQLO’s soft and smooth wool-blend coats in general. This wrap model, which has a waist belt, is elegant and goes great with a feminine gathered skirt. When commuting to work in the bitter midwinter cold, slide an Ultra Light Down compact vest underneath. A rich feel is yours when you work with the coat’s color to coordinate the entirety in the single tone of gray.
Modeled items
WOMEN wool-blend wrap coat (limited stocks in UNIQLO Flagship Store and UNIQLO SM Megamall)
WOMEN Ultra Light Down compact vest (limited stocks in UNIQLO Flagship Store)
WOMEN extra fine Merino turtleneck sweater (item is not available in the Philippines)
WOMEN gathered long skirt (available this February 2020)
NOTE: Remaining items were provided by the stylist.
For play looks, pile-lined fleece collarless coat
“Choose the beige model, which looks more expensive than it is.”
“Use this coat to create a classy, mostly white look.”
This coat has a very laid-back, loose silhouette and a soothing fleece pile lining that’s fluffy to the touch. It’s incredibly warm, owing to a long length that extends to completely cover thighs. When using a hoodie and jeans to put together a casual arrangement, go mostly white and create a clean, respectable feel in the manner of sophisticated grownups. Go the extra distance by letting a blue shirt peek out from under the hoodie and producing an additional clean-look element.
Modeled items
WOMEN pile-lined fleece collarless coat
WOMEN U long-sleeve hooded sweatshirt
MEN Oxford long-sleeve shirt
WOMEN compression high-rise skinny ankle jeans
NOTE: Remaining items were provided by the stylist.
For work looks, pile-lined fleece quilted reversible jacket
“Excellent cost performance, owing to a reversible design!”
“Its collarless design is ideal for work looks, too.”
One side is quilted, with the stitches in the form of waves, while the other side is lined with fluffy pile. You can play with the two sides’ completely different looks and feels, so it might be fun to create utterly different looks when going to work and when going out after work. The jacket forms a good balance with tight skirts and slender pants because it has a loose, oversized silhouette. Leggier-looking proportions are yours when you tuck in an eye-catching patterned top, like a striped tee, and draw attention upward.
Modeled items
WOMEN pile-lined fleece quilted reversible jacket (limited stocks in UNIQLO Flagship Store)
WOMEN striped boat neck long-sleeve T-shirt
WOMEN Merino blend ribbed skirt (limited stocks in UNIQLO Flagship Store and UNIQLO SM Megamall)
WOMEN stretch short boots (limited stocks in UNIQLO Flagship Store)
NOTE: Remaining items were provided by the stylist.
【Staff credit】
Photo： Keiichi Suto
Stylist： Megumi Ikeda
Hair&Make： Harumi Kanbe
Model： Sayo Yoshida
Composition&Text： Machi Ito