- 25SS STAFF'S BEST BUY -
This season we are showcasing our "STAFF'S BEST BUYS" once again.
I was really looking forward to SS25 because there were so many unique pieces in the collection. Please take notice of not just the BEST BUY, but also the styling.
Let's get started right away.
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・Area Manager: Yuji Endo
ARCHITECT COAT - LINEN NIDOM
Item No. 80500400920
Colour : Ivory
Height: 186cm / Wearing size: 52
This season, the ARCHITECT COAT - LINEN NIDOM from the OX'ed silver collection is my best buy.
The texture of the fabric is great, and the shape is simply outstanding. The plain colour and simple shape means that even elaborate styling won't appear too loud, and you can create a great look just by wearing it over a t-shirt as I have in this look.
Even though it's made of linen, the fabric is thick so I'll enjoy wearing it with wool jumpers or a sweatshirt as an inner layer this autumn/winter.
【THE ARMY GYM LUCUA Osaka Store】
・Area Manager : Haruhito Yamauchi
BRITISH OFFICERS SHIRT - TYPE2 CHECK
Item No. 80500010205
Colour : Navy
Height: 188cm / Wearing size: 52
I was thinking about wearing something patterned this summer, and then a vintage looking checkered shirt with a nice texture appeared in our HIGH SUMMER COLLECTION.
And I really liked it.
As a navy fan, I felt it was something I needed to add to my wardrobe. The cotton lawn fabric feels nice and light against the skin, making it comfortable to wear in the summer.
【THE ARMY GYM FLAGSHIP STORE TOKYO】
・Shop Manager : Yuzo Kamata
FATIGUE JACKET - LIGHT MOLESKIN
Item No. 80500030007
Colour : Green
Height: 175cm / Wearing size: 50
For me, the FATIGUE JACKET - LIGHT MOLESKIN is my best buy this season.
This product is the perfect combination of two classic US military items, the Jungle Fatigue and the USMC P-44 HBT Jacket, and I fell in love with this design at first sight.
The fabric arrangement of Nigel Cabourn original fabrics 'SZ twist herringbone' and 'light moleskin' is excellent.
I rotate wearing this probably 3 or 4 times a week. This balance of styles that you don't find in vintage items is great.
【THE ARMY GYM Haknyu Men's Ginza Store Tokyo】
・Shop Manager : Yasuyoshi Kikuchi
Nigel Cabourn x SUICOKE MOGI
Item No. 80502562000
Colour : Green
Height: 169cm / Wearing size: 8
The long-awaited second collaboration with SUICOKE!
Learning from experience with the first collaboration, which I ended up wearing so much they became irreparably damaged, I decided to buy both colours with no hesitation this time around.
I'm even thinking about buying another pair in case I wear these out too.
I really like the green on green styling, which includes the PARATROOPER PANTS released in the high summer collection. They would also go well with the ARMY CARGO PANTS and ARMY CARGO SHORTS.
Personally, I recommend styling it with all one tone. The MAIL BAG also looks great!
【THE ARMY GYM LUCUA Osaka Store】
・Shop Manager : Ryohei Nishizawa
ENGINEER DB JACKET - HEMP LINEN CHECK
Item No. 80500480930
Colour : Green
Height: 173cm / Wearing size: 48
The appeal of this particular product lies in the special texture of the fabric, which is woven with hemp and linen top threads in more than 10 colours using double yarn, and is the result of extremely skilled artisans.
It appears to look like a fine wool material and has a really striking look; I was intrigued by the rich colours, napped texture and classic feel that are unique to this fabric.
As a result, I bought the whole three-piece suit. I wore this to a ceremony in April and was excited to wear such a formal three-piece set, but I also really like the look when pairing the jacket on its own with some old military pants.
It's a really versatile item that allows for a wide range of styling options.
I'm looking forward to wearing it more through the years.
【THE ARMY GYM Sendai Store】
・Shop Manager : Takeshi Satodate
ENGINEER DB JACKET - HEMP LINEN CHECK
Item No. 80500480930
Colour : Green
Height: 175cm / Wearing size: 48
This stunning original fabric is woven from hemp and linen, and features a double breasted design that I have never owned before. This is my best buy for the season!
The jacket may seem difficult to wear because it is double breasted, but it actually pairs well with the classic look of tied up ARMY CARGO PANTS.
Of course we also recommend pairing this jacket with the pants from the same matching set, the ENGINEER PANT HEMP LINEN CHECK.
【THE ARMY GYM Fukuoka Store】
・Shop Manager : Ryoji Yamamoto
BASEBALL PANT - COTTON NYLON PIN OX
Item No. 80500050001
Colour : Ivory
Height : 173cm / Wearing size : 34
When you think of pants with side stripes, most people probably think of track pants made of jersey, but these pants are made from a woven cotton nylon blend. I bought these because I thought they would be easy to style and don't look overly sporty.
The fabric is really light and cool which will definitely come in handy in the middle of summer.
This is great for me as I don't wear shorts very often. I have paired the pants with the RUGGER SHIRT which is also from this season, but when the temperature gets warmer I'll pair it with a rayon shirt like the BASEBALL CRICKET patterned shirt from this collection.
【THE ARMY GYM Okayama Store】
・Shop Manager : Shinichiro Abe
BRITISH OFFICERS SHIRT - TYPE2 OX
Item No. 80500010005
Colour : Blue Grey
Height: 169cm / Wearing size: 46
The long-awaited Type 2 made from Oxford fabric has been released, so this is my best buy selection.
Nigel Cabourn's Oxford fabric is sturdy with a similar depth as cotton canvas, but the texture of extra fine cotton woven as the weft yarn gives it an elegant feel like a traditional dress shirt.
The characteristics are particularly clear in the darker colours, which is something I really like.
I've matched the shirt with the classic ARMY CARGO PANT. The combination of classic items is simple but you can really see the extent of the craftsmanship in each piece. The combination of blue and army green reminds me of the classic American BD shirt. I really like this "ordinary" look.
【ONE FOUR ONE SEVEN by OUTER LIMITS】
・Shop Manager : Tomofumi Yamane
KNITSHIRT01
Item No. 80503040952
Colour : Brown
Height : 173cm / Wearing size: 5(M)
This new knit shirt from Merz was featured on the Nigel Cabourn blog.
The crochet knit allows for good ventilation, and I like to pair it with a tank top underneath.
It's made from 100% cotton, which is typical of Merz, so it's washable which is handy. We also recommend adding a touch of rugged style with Nigel Cabourn pants and FILSON accessories.
It's available in a range of colours, so please try it out based on your own taste and styling ideas.
【THE ARMY GYM FLAGSHIP STORE】
・Sub Shop Manager : Tatsuya Kon
OFFICERS SHOES
Item No. 80500462901
Colour : Black
Height: 187cm / Wearing size: 10
I chose the OFFICERS SHOES as my best buy.
It's really difficult to find a Japanese-made plain toe derby shoe that is as impressive and heavy as this one. They have a matte finish with reduced shine, so they pair really well with military and workwear styles.
This styling is a classic Nigel Cabourn combination, combining the BRITISH OFFICERS SHIRT - TYPE2 OX with the ARMY CARGO PANT.
It may not be the most exciting styling, but it is classic for a reason.
These shoes are easy to break in, so we recommend for those who are new to leather shoes.
【THE ARMY GYM FLAGSHIP STORE】
・Sub Shop Manager : Kota Sano
ENGINEER DB JACKET - HEMP LINEN CHECK
Item No. 80500480930
Colour : Green
Height: 175cm / Wearing size: 50
My best buy is still the ENGINEER DB JACKET - HEMP LINEN CHECK.
I was blown away by the exquisite colours carefully crafted by Zuki, the head designer of OX'ed Silver, and how it matches the classic double-breasted shape.
This time, I chose a graphic tee for the innerwear and customised the lapel with badges.
This is the kind of relaxed outfit I'm into right now.
【THE ARMY GYM LUCUA Osaka Store】
・Sub Shop Manager : Hidetoshi Muta
BASEBALL PANT - COTTON NYLON PIN OX
Item No. 80500050001
Colour : Ivory
Height: 160cm / Wearing size: 30
I've been looking for pants with side stripes for a while but wasn't able to find any that I liked.
I decided on these pants as the colour and texture are great. As expected, I like them so much I ended up buying two colours - Ivory and Charcoal Grey.
For my feet, I chose NORIEI's DESERT SANDALS, which like the pants, are my best buy.
I love the texture of the long-haired suede, and how comfortable they are to wear. This is a rare item that was only available in our Osaka and Fukuoka stores, so please come and check them out.
【THE ARMY GYM Hankyu Men's Tokyo Store】
・Sub Shop Manager : Yuji Okubo
FRENCH WORK PANT - HEMP CANVAS
Item No. 80500050000
Colour : Off White
Height: 178cm / Wearing size: 36
Last year, I bought the FRENCH WORK PANT - HEMP CANVAS in Khaki, but this year I bought two pairs in different sizes of the Off White which I think is perfect for summer.
The silhouette, material and comfort are all perfect and the neutral colour means it they go with everything.
This look is styled with the GUNNER JACKET in a similar colour. When I'm styling similar colours, I try to be conscious of using slightly differing tones.
It's a highly versatile piece so you can combine it with your favourite colours or keep it simple like I have. We have selected these versatile pants as our best buy.
It's the best to say the least, so please give them a try.
【THE ARMY GYM Sendai Store】
・Shop Staff : Kentaro Watanabe
BRITISH OFFICERS SHIRT - TYPE2 OX
Item No. 80500010005
Colour : Ivory
Height: 180cm / Wearing size: 50
Whilst I enjoy collecting items every season, when I can't decide what to buy, I always choose a classic style.
Introducing the new BRITISH OFFICERS SHIRT - TYPE2 OX this season, an updated version of the classic BRITISH OFFICERS SHIRT.
The roomy silhouette and relaxed sizing make it a perfect match with the wide style of pants that Nigel Cabourn specialises in.
Although simple, there are good reasons to choose this season's most recommended shirt. I chose this shirt because I thought this will be the piece I want to wear both now and in the future.
【THE ARMY GYM FLAGSHIP STORE】
・Shop Staff : Kei Sato
OPEN COLLAR SHIRT - LINEN INDIGO
Item No. 80500011006
Colour : Indigo
Height: 171cm / Wearing size: 48
This product is a classic open collar shirt with indigo dye. Nigel Cabourn is truly skilled at creating such a sophisticated look.
For this styling look, I paired it with my second best buy, the FRENCH WORK PANT - HEMP CANVAS. The combination of indigo and white is a staple for summer, so please try it out.
OPEN COLLAR SHIRT - LINEN INDIGO means you can enjoy the unique aging process of indigo dyeing. It will look great both new and when well-worn, so you can always enjoy wearing it!
【THE ARMY GYM Fukuoka Store】
・Shop Staff : Ryohei Noda
CAPSLEEVE WAPPEN JACKET - COTTON NYLON PIN OX
Item No. 80500030001
Colour : Ivory
Height: 174cm / Wearing size: 52
This product is packed with elements from this season's theme. When I first saw a picture, I was really impressed by how interesting the jacket was, combining a pop feel with classic style.
When I saw the real thing, I realised my expectations were completely wrong. It's a lightweight cotton/nylon jacket, but it goes really well with heavier pieces like my boots.
It's hard to explain, but the attention to detail was apparent, which is why I decided to buy it. I think it's the fabric, colour, placement, design of the patches that gives it this feel.
If you use white as a base colour for your outfit, it will look good no matter what styling you do. As for my look this time, it's a combination that just matches some of my favourite items.
Stock is quite limited, but if you see it in store, definitely take a look.
【Tokyu Plaza Ginza Store Tokyo】
•Shop Staff : Ryoya Yabiku
ARCHITECT COAT - LINEN NIDOM
Item No. 80500400920
Colour : Charcoal Grey
Height: 173cm / Wearing size: 48
My BEST BUY of the season is the ARCHITECT COAT - LINEN NIDOM.
This same style was realised in a different fabric for AW24, and I fell in love with the design of this coat back then. Plus, I've been looking for a long coat made from a thin material, so I had no choice but to buy this product.
The nidom processing adds extra softness and depth to the feeling of linen, doubling its stylishness.
I threw it on over the top of my own pullover shirt, and to avoid the neck area looking bare, I added volume with a necklace and layers for a look that is full of French flair.
The fabric and texture is just right, and as someone who loves layered styling, this is a piece that really gets me excited.
【THE ARMY GYM Hankyu Men's Tokyo】
・Shop Staff : Maruyama Hagiya
FRENCH WORK PANT - HEMP CANVAS
Item No. 80500050000
Colour : Off White
Height: 168cm / Wearing size: 32
This season's best buy is these FRENCH WORK PANT - HEMP CANVAS. Honestly, I've never been so impressed with a pair of pants.
They have a soft, comfortable feel that can only ben achieved with HEMP CANVAS.
It's fascinating, especially considering the production process is difficult and mass production is not possible.
For styling, I have matched them with the BRITISH OFFICERS SHIRT - TYPE2 HEMP in the same colour and material. You can wear this look with boots or loafers, but sandals will make it more comfortable to wear in the middle of summer.
【THE ARMY GYM LUCUA Osaka Store】
・Shop Staff : Naota Yada
PT03-01-BT WORKBENCH DUNGAREE
Item No. 80501350510
Colour : Green
Height: 173cm / Wearing size: 52
I first learnt about this style when our very own Nigel Cabourn wore these dungarees.I still vividly remember admiring Nigel and admiring the NAVAL DUNGAREES.
There were many factors that led me to purchase these, such as the quality of the fabric, but the gently tapered silhouette was the deciding factor. These give you the unique NAVAL DUNGAREE quality that you won't find with vintage overalls.
The first-class design needs no further explanation and is sure to lift the spirits of anyone who wears them. It's a truly excellent product.
【THE ARMY GYM Fukuoka Store】
・Shop Staff : Ryu Murakami
BATTLE DRESS SHORT - 10oz DENIM
Item No. 80500051031
Colour : Indigo
Height: 168cm / Wearing size: 34
I chose the BATTLE DRESS SHORT - 10oz DENIM as my best buy.
The lightweight 10oz denim and the wide hem with two tucks allows for ventilation. I thought these shorts would be a great alternative to denim during the summer, so I bought them.
To add weight to the look, I paired them with a 9.5oz long sleeved t-shirt.
When I wear shorts, I often have trouble choosing what shoes to wear them with, but this time I chose boots with no hesitation. I think one of the good things about these shorts is they show the boots off to their full potential.
In the height of summer, it would be good to style with a rayon shirt or a t-shirt in a good colour. Please check out the BATTLE DRESS SHORT - 10oz DENIM.
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This time, 20 staff members shared their best buys.
This season, sporty items that were in line with the collection theme and classic items from OX'ed Silver were very popular.
Personally, I think it's cool to enjoy styling that can only be experienced in that season, like Yamamoto-san from our Fukuoka store. I'll take your advice into consideration.
This season, the HIGH SUMMER COLLECTION will continue to arrive into stores and online, so please check it out.
We look forward to sharing our AW25 Best Buys.
Thanks for reading!
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