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Japanese prep style - three outfits

Japanese style is often a wonderful fusion of influences from all over the world, translated into a style that makes Japan unique. The focus lays on the good elements, and refines them further. The preppy style is no exception to this. The cornerstone of good style is a garment that drapes well on the wearer, instead of fitting like a stretched sheet on a newly made bed. Japan excels in this department, making garments with an often looser fit, without being shapeless. Knitted shawl cardigans meet trousers with pleats and penny loafers. Penny loafers and shoes in general are in the Japanese preppy style, often a somewhat coarser variation with thicker outsoles. The width of the trouser legs are loose, for increased drape. In winter, for example, duffel bags and parkas with a well-balanced loose silhouette are a sign of the style. Socks often become a tasteful expression in the outfit. Accessories such as scarfs, ties and pocket squares becomes a part of the style. An inspiring front figure for this style is Shuhei Nishiguchi, menswear director for Beams. We will give you three ways you can dress in a Japanese preppy style below.

Knitwear, chinos and coarser shoes

Blazer, white trousers and a v-neck

Cardigan, cap and tie

TEST EN: Japanese prep style - three outfits

Japanese style is often a wonderful fusion of influences from all over the world, translated into a style that makes Japan unique. The focus lays on the good elements, and refines them further. The preppy style is no exception to this. The cornerstone of good style is a garment that drapes well on the wearer, instead of fitting like a stretched sheet on a newly made bed. Japan excels in this department, making garments with an often looser fit, without being shapeless. Knitted shawl cardigans meet trousers with pleats and penny loafers. Penny loafers and shoes in general are in the Japanese preppy style, often a somewhat coarser variation with thicker outsoles. The width of the trouser legs are loose, for increased drape. In winter, for example, duffel bags and parkas with a well-balanced loose silhouette are a sign of the style. Socks often become a tasteful expression in the outfit. Accessories such as scarfs, ties and pocket squares becomes a part of the style. An inspiring front figure for this style is Shuhei Nishiguchi, menswear director for Beams. We will give you three ways you can dress in a Japanese preppy style below.

Knitwear, chinos and coarser shoes

Blazer, white trousers and a v-neck

Cardigan,  cap and tie