Croquette is a true fashion victim, even working part-time jobs in his youth to buy a field jacket. Since his debut, he has never had a stylist and has experimented with a variety of fashion styles. He finds and purchases from shops himself. We spoke at the Mimic exhibition venue, where he will be debuting his own brand. "When I first came to Tokyo, I used to frequent Hollywood Ranch Market. Back then, Daikanyama was still a small town. About 10 years later, I became a fan of Nepenthes. Around that time, I also liked Moncler. For a while, Moncler's buttons had a matte texture, and that was my favorite period. I can have such exciting conversations with Kakinuma, who works with me at Mimic. It's so much fun to chat about nerdy topics like, 'This store was over there back then,' or 'I bought this item at that store.'" He spoke with enthusiasm about fashion. Roen designer Kei Takahara was also in attendance. "I discovered Roen when it was in Nakameguro and was impressed by their attention to detail! They were also earlier than other brands to use Swarovski crystals, giving me the impression of sophisticated rock," says Croquette, just like a fashion editor.

"My recent favorites are Rick Owens and Thomas Wilde. They don't have my size (laughs), so I buy accessories. One brand I've been buying from for about 25 years is Chrome Hearts. I even bought some in Amerikamura, Osaka, before they started selling them at United Arrows. Overall, I'd say my tastes are more in the adult rock genre."

A room was set up at the exhibition venue to display Croquette's Chrome Hearts collection. From jewelry to leather goods, jackets, and one-of-a-kind handcuffs, his collection, worth a total of 100 million yen, was on display. "I display my Chrome Hearts collection so that people can understand my worldview. Otherwise, they wouldn't understand the Mimic style. I also have a brown leather western shirt that's no longer in production. It has a lining. I can't help but notice those little details."

Even in the store, Croquette turns items inside out to check the back. This attention to detail is also present in his own brand. "Even when adding studs, I consider the size, number and placement. I paid attention to the details, such as dyeing them and making them peel off. I don't want each and every one of them to have a meaning. It's the same as impersonation. Why do you do that act? 'Just because I like it' is the most casual reason. There has to be something to it. Anyone can do it just because I like it," he continued, comparing his philosophy on impersonation with fashion. "Clothes are entertainment. I think the most important thing about fashion is that it sparks conversation, like 'Where did that get you? It's nice.' With impersonations, I want the people who see my act to start conversations like 'Oh, I saw that, that was funny,' and smile. It's the same thing. I'd be happy if the audience felt excited when they came into contact with my mimics, and if it led to more conversation," he said with an innocent air throughout, revealing his genuine love for clothes.