The first cold wind of the season has been observed in Tokyo, signaling the arrival of coat season. Stores are lined with a wide selection of seasonal coats, so preparations are underway. This year's coat trends are dominated by two types: "high-quality Chester coats" and "collarless gowns." While continuing last year's trends of "oversized" and "gown silhouettes," what kind of coats are truly unique this year? With the season of high coat demand fast approaching, we spoke to a buyer in charge of women's clothing at Isetan Shinjuku to learn more about coat trends. ■ Classic Chester coats remain popular, with a shift toward higher-quality materials
Chester coats have been gaining popularity in recent years and have firmly established themselves as a staple. While typically characterized by a masculine, structured silhouette, this year's coats are characterized by an added touch of "high quality" and "softness." Classic black and gray remain perennial favorites.
Beautiful People is proposing a Chesterfield coat (100,000 yen) made from fabric by Loro Piana, a leading Italian luxury fabric manufacturer. The fabric has a soft, smooth feel and is lightweight, and the pattern has been fine-tuned for women to create a stunning silhouette. The buyer says, "I would recommend this to anyone looking for something good that can be worn for a long time." He also commented on how to wear it, saying, "I also recommend styling it with a brightly colored turtleneck sweater underneath, or dressing it down with denim for a more casual look."
Chesterfield coat 100,000 yen, turtleneck 18,000 yen, sweater (mint green) 58,000 yen, sweater (light yellow) 36,000 yen, denim 25,000 yen, bag 95,000 yen, necklace 18,000 yen, bracelet 11,000 yen / all Beautiful People
Needle Design (NEEDLE DESIGN is an original brand from Isetan Mitsukoshi that expresses Japanese sensibility through traditional and cutting-edge technology with the concept of "tradition and innovation." Needle Design is proposing a minimalist Chester coat (49,000 yen). While retaining the characteristics of the classic Chester coat, the coat's unique details shine through, such as the metal snap buttons on the front and the tapered hem. The buyer offers styling advice, saying, "Chester coats are originally a men's item, so it's easy to balance it out by mixing in some femininity with fur accessories or a skirt with ruffles."
Chester coat 49,000 yen, sweater 16,000 yen, pants 23,000 yen / all needle design, other reference items
Continued in the second part: "The hottest coat of the season is the collarless gown that can be worn until early spring! We asked Isetan buyers about this year's must-have outerwear."
Chester coats have been gaining popularity in recent years and have firmly established themselves as a staple. While typically characterized by a masculine, structured silhouette, this year's coats are characterized by an added touch of "high quality" and "softness." Classic black and gray remain perennial favorites.
Beautiful People is proposing a Chesterfield coat (100,000 yen) made from fabric by Loro Piana, a leading Italian luxury fabric manufacturer. The fabric has a soft, smooth feel and is lightweight, and the pattern has been fine-tuned for women to create a stunning silhouette. The buyer says, "I would recommend this to anyone looking for something good that can be worn for a long time." He also commented on how to wear it, saying, "I also recommend styling it with a brightly colored turtleneck sweater underneath, or dressing it down with denim for a more casual look."
Chesterfield coat 100,000 yen, turtleneck 18,000 yen, sweater (mint green) 58,000 yen, sweater (light yellow) 36,000 yen, denim 25,000 yen, bag 95,000 yen, necklace 18,000 yen, bracelet 11,000 yen / all Beautiful People
Needle Design (NEEDLE DESIGN is an original brand from Isetan Mitsukoshi that expresses Japanese sensibility through traditional and cutting-edge technology with the concept of "tradition and innovation." Needle Design is proposing a minimalist Chester coat (49,000 yen). While retaining the characteristics of the classic Chester coat, the coat's unique details shine through, such as the metal snap buttons on the front and the tapered hem. The buyer offers styling advice, saying, "Chester coats are originally a men's item, so it's easy to balance it out by mixing in some femininity with fur accessories or a skirt with ruffles."
Chester coat 49,000 yen, sweater 16,000 yen, pants 23,000 yen / all needle design, other reference items
Continued in the second part: "The hottest coat of the season is the collarless gown that can be worn until early spring! We asked Isetan buyers about this year's must-have outerwear."
