Hello everyone who reads this blog. My name is Kiriyama, and I have been transferred from the Ginza Novo store to the Nakameguro store.
I've finally settled into my new place and am getting used to Nakameguro. The open, breezy atmosphere of Nakameguro is wonderful! The item I'm introducing today is a stylish blouse that will make you want to enjoy simple outfits.
Bow Tie Blouse Cotton Twill
First, let me introduce this bow-tie blouse - made of cotton twill. Although bow ties are now a design found in women's clothing, they were originally used in men's formal wear.
The cravat, a narrow scarf, was the origin of the necktie, which evolved into the bow tie and then the necktie. Later, the necktie became the mainstream. The cravat, which is also the origin of the bow tie, was apparently worn by Croatian cavalrymen to protect their necks and identify their affiliation.
It's interesting how even things that seem purely decorative at first glance have their origins in the military.
The bow tie is detachable, and the short, wide stand-up collar is also very cute. You can remove it to match your outfit, which is a great option.
The pockets feature a deceptive flap pocket design, a style often seen in French workwear.
Nigel Cabourn Woman's bow-tie blouse is made of 100% cotton, which is a great feature as it prevents it from looking too conservative. When it comes to white shirts, I always want to pair them with jeans. It's a simple and reliable combination that isn't too sweet.
For outerwear, I paired it with a balmacaan coat made of cotton nylon weather material.
STARCHED BOSOM SHIRT - COTTON TWILL
Next up is the Starched Bosom Shirt - Cotton Twill.
A bosom shirt is a shirt with a U-shaped panel across the chest, and it was used in 19th-century tuxedos and tailcoats. Its simple yet distinctive detail makes it look fresh even today.
The central buttonhole is a detail that was intentionally retained as part of the design. At the time, formal shirts for tuxedos did not have buttons from the second to the fifth button; instead, they had special stud buttons made of the same stone as the cufflinks.
While modern shirts have integrated collars, shirts from the 17th to 19th centuries were designed with separate components: the shirt body, detachable collar, and cravat. The drum-shaped buttons on the collar are a detail for attaching a detachable collar. This detail has also been intentionally left as part of the design. The sleeves also use the same buttons as the collar, creating a cuffed design.
The details are impressive, but the design from the back is particularly lovely, isn't it? If you want to show off your skin and underwear as shown in the catalog, you can wear it by fastening only the top two buttons. If you want to cover up, you can fasten the bottom buttons to create a lighter, more airy look.
I coordinated this with a men's reversible duck hunter camo deck shirt. I like the combination of refined items and rugged military style.
I also tried wearing it with the cuffs fully open so that the bangle was visible. Trying a new way of wearing clothes takes a little courage, but I think it's okay!
The Nakameguro store is the only store where you can see the full Nigel Cabourn Woman lineup. We are currently holding our annual cherry blossom sale. This space allows you to fully experience the brand's worldview, so please feel free to stop by.
Kiriyama
