The latest issue of Mitsukoshi Isetan's seasonal catalogue, "EXCELLENT WOMEN," has been published.

The catalogue, which is published four times a year, features the latest items from luxury brands all at once, based on keywords derived from Mitsukoshi Isetan's unique direction. Another highlight is the fashion stories in collaboration with contemporary artists. This time, from the latest issue, we will be introducing noteworthy items from the 2018 Fall/Winter season, focusing on four keywords.

Photograph: Chikashi Suzuki

Keyword 1: [REFINED CLASSIC]

Reinterpretations of tailoring attracted the most attention at the fashion shows in the four major cities. Based on traditional British checks, coats and sets with structured designs that exaggerate volume and shapes dominated the runway. Adding a playful touch with colors and accessories to create a genderless mood is the key to this year's style.


■JIL SANDER

From Jil Sander, created by husband and wife team Lucy and Luke Meier, arrived a long coat with a fresh, airy three-dimensional feel. The unique shape, reminiscent of a wrapped corset, gives off a somewhat futuristic vibe. High-contrast outfits with red as an accent color are a key styling feature this season.

■AGNONA

AGNONA pursues true luxury style with the finest fabrics. This contemporary peacoat exudes a sophisticated silhouette and exudes a sophisticated, mature feel. Needle-punched details elevate the classic glen check to a more modern look. Finish with sophisticated sandals for a relaxed look.

Keyword 2 [BOLD 【WINTER】

Winter styles using fur and cashmere to warm both body and soul are still going strong this year. In addition to luxurious shearling, eco-fur has evolved to the point where it's almost indistinguishable from the real thing, offering an unprecedented variety of colors and designs. Items featuring Steiff eco-fur are also generating a lot of buzz.


​■Maison Margiela

The current trend is to wear extremely oversized clothing with a casual touch. The dynamic shearling creates a dignified silhouette that will leave you in awe of the fashionable style. Modern western boots have also become extremely popular this season. Pairing them with compact bottoms creates a unique balance. :
■MAX MARA
Animal prints, proposed by many brands, are also a hot keyword that is sure to become a hit. Among them, Max Mara's leopard print coat, made using eco-fur from Steiff, the company famous for its teddy bears, is by far the most fashionable of the year. If you unify the colors in a chic way, it looks like you could even try the difficult "animal on animal" look.

Keyword 3: BRUSH INDUSTRY】

Lightweight, warm, and highly functional padding and down jackets are updated with glossy PVC finishes and unprecedented volume. Instead of classic designs, aim for unique details and hyper-oversized styles. Add feminine items to create a feminine layered look.


​■DSQUARED2

Choose a versatile short down jacket. Dsquared2's distinctive, chic designs, such as the shearling collar, three-dimensional shape, and military-inspired coloring, are unique. Mixing in folklore elements, which are making a comeback, this piece embodies a free-spirited woman who isn't bound by rules.


■3.1 Phillip Lim

​This double-checked down coat flatters any style and creates a trendy silhouette this year. The exquisite color and pattern combinations and modern balance are the essence of 3.1 Phillip Lim. This year's trend is to mix and match a voluminous long down jacket with a minimalist, modern dress.
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Keyword 4: [SHINING STAR]

​​The trend for the holiday season is glamorous and gorgeous dress-up styles, with sparkling metallics and sequins. Even excessive sparkle is stylish this season, so boldly incorporate shiny items from your clothing, accessories, bags, and shoes. ​


​■BALMAIN

This jacket style embodies Balmain's signature strength and sensual allure. Encrusted with the season's signature lustrous threads, this piece exudes a mysterious, galaxy-like sparkle and beautifully blends with its powerful form. 80s-style outfits paired with tight miniskirts are also experiencing a revival.

Jacket: 328,000 yen (Isetan Shinjuku store exclusive), skirt: 173,000 yen, shoes (reference product) / Isetan Shinjuku store Main Building 3F = International Designers
/Photograph: Chikashi Suzuki

■MIKIMOTO
​If incorporating the style into your clothes is difficult, why not start with jewelry? A star motif with a bold presence, diamonds that shine with a unique sparkle, and elegant pearls that have captivated women for generations. The finishing touch to any style statement is decorative fine jewelry that gives you unwavering confidence.

Earrings 2,300,000 yen (18K white gold, 11.5mm white South Sea pearls, 0.90ct total diamonds), Pendant 894,000 yen (18K white gold, 9.0mm Akoya pearls, 0.58ct total diamonds / total length: approx. 55cm, with slide adjuster), Ring 1,600,000 yen (18K white gold, 13.0mm white South Sea pearls, 1.05ct total diamonds) / Isetan Shinjuku Main Building 4F = Jewelry & Watches
/Photograph: Chikashi Suzuki





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