*READ THIS* There's only audio in one ear - if you can, watch this video WITHOUT headphones (it will be much better). SORRY, this will be fixed for the next video. Thanks everyone for letting me know xx

@snezhanamyers9985

Жыл бұрын

I should probably check the comments box before I started to watch 😅 I thought something wrong with my AirPods 😂

@theeggatyourfrontdoor2092

11 ай бұрын

Late to the game, but you can fix this by turning on “Mono audio” so that the same audio plays in both ears.

@astererratum6546

11 ай бұрын

Thank you. I was wondering what was going on. My earbuds have been buggy, but I noticed the music was still coming through both ears. It's only the voice audio that's bugged.

@Flitttix

9 ай бұрын

same hahaha @@snezhanamyers9985

@chocolatedonut6312

6 ай бұрын

video of the style notes you made is so good that audio didnt even bother me

There's something very attractive about how Japanese can make an outfit look cool and fun and interesting and personal, while also being very modest, and showing neither skin nor shape. I was never able to pull off the same types of clothes, but I keep coming back to admire it

@DailyHelenJ

Жыл бұрын

It's amazing to me how the vast majority of people wear these shapes and can make it look so cool. Definitely a huge inspo to me and something I'll also come back to admire :) Thank you so much for watching btw x

@phamsumi8867

Жыл бұрын

Agree, they make it so artistic with a touch of punk vibe, it's hard to explain

@DS-fn8ef

Ай бұрын

I used to have a similar problem because I felt those silhouettes never worked on me, then I realised that the key was to go for significantly larger size than you think you need. So even if I'd usually wear a medium coat, an XXL could give a good idea of how far that silhouette could go, and then choose a size in between for how exaggerated you want that shape to look

@macandfire5477

Ай бұрын

@@phamsumi8867yeah punk but classic!

japanese fashion used to have a lot more bright loud clothing back in the early 2000's and you can still find traces of that in places like harajuku. the neutral trend has just sort of overtaken it as the dominant fashion because of how practical and everyday it is

@shizukagozen777

11 ай бұрын

Yeah, it's like everyone dresses at Uniqlo, so boring...

@Shrilaraune

11 ай бұрын

​@@shizukagozen777well uniqlo was super punchy and colorful during that time. Can confirm as someone who lived their at the time. Soooo, Uniqlo really just matches the demand I think.

@adylaar6708

11 ай бұрын

​@@shizukagozen777everyone became an OL and lead boring quiet life to avoid the scoldings of the elder community

@spacebar9733

10 ай бұрын

​@@shizukagozen777 trends exist everywhere, it will go away soon.

@shizukagozen777

10 ай бұрын

@@Shrilaraune Really ? All I can remember are the basic cuts with basic colors. 🤷‍♀️

One thing you didn’t mention (but kind of showed with the striped blouse) is the tailoring. Japanese clothes have that je ne sais quoi by using unique cuts or silhouettes you won’t find most places. It’s not exactly tailored to each individual but even “boring“ pieces usually have an interesting collar or unusual hems that make them stand out. It’s one thing I noticed over and over. Oh, and please don’t forget that Japanese tend to spend three times as much as other countries on their clothing, which is why they are so well dressed usually. Thanks for sharing this, it definitely gave me some inspiration for my own wardrobe although I’m not petite 😊

@TheShimming

8 ай бұрын

""unusual hems that make regular things stand out" is an excellent definition of Japanese design, art, technology, cuisine etc.

@Meimoons

8 ай бұрын

Wait, can you elaborate that more? About the spending three times on clothing?! Is it that willing to spend more on quality clothing or buying in bulks more?

@unichan5

8 ай бұрын

@@Meimoons If you open any Japanese fashion magazine, you’ll see that the unusual shirts are usually around 100-130$ and everything else only goes up from there. It‘s considered normal to buy high-end over there, because everybody does it. From a Japanese mindset, everybody is middle-class or wants to belong to the middle class so I‘d guess that clothes and hobbies are the biggest expenses apart from rent. Going out for dinner is really cheap though and they have a huge second-hand market for everything - even fashion - so most stuff is not that used when it gets sold on. So no, they don’t buy bulk except Uniqlo which is their cheap, no-frills basics store. And even there, you can get your pants hemmed and shirts altered should you need it. Which doesn’t mean that they don’t overconsume on fashion just like the rest of us.

@destituteanddecadent9106

7 ай бұрын

​@@MeimoonsI think both. One thing I notice in Japan is that there aren't many fast fashion options. Of course there's Uniqlo, but last time I stepped foot in a Uniqlo (which is pretty long ago tbf), it wasn't exactly Target/Walmart cheap. A place could look pretty fast fashion but then a pair of slacks would set you back 80 dollars.

@ZurditaDinamita

3 ай бұрын

​@@Meimoons I understand that as "they study style/fashion 3 times more". Japanese are very oriented to perfection, or at least to try your best, and fashion is not different. Fashion magazines are (mostly) just a thing for girls/trendy women here in western countries, but in Japan every social group has specific magazines for themselves. They *learn* to get stylish.

I lived in Japan in the 90s and loved window shopping and people watching. Even during this time period, the camel, beige, white and pale pink were the dominant fashion colors for winter coats. To dress in light colors during a harsh season seems to heighten the sense of luxury and the idea of pure, clean clothing.

@rsvpevents6780

2 ай бұрын

This is good to know! I’m visiting Japan for the first time soon and I’m from New York City where people wear black often. I was planning to bring a lot of black because I thought the cities would be similar in that way but I guess I’ll be opting for beige and lighter pinks instead!

Prior to moving to Japan, I wore a lot of low cut tops, crop tops, denim cutoffs, and fitted jeans. Mind you, I was also in my mid 20s. But having lived in Japan for awhile now, my style has changed drastically. Maybe because I’m older now, but I find myself no longer going for more revealing clothes and find comfort and feel more stylish and feminine in higher necklines and longer lengths. I’m so inspired by how Japanese women dress in the summertime as well. Long airy dresses and tops without showing too much, and it feels so dainty and fairy-like.

Living in Japan, I wasn't expecting how much I'd LOVE the style here. It's modest, but so fun, unique, and sleek all at once. So many neutral tones, but it looks SO GOOD. I wasn't expecting on going shopping here, but man, I love the clothing.

The longline trend is so beautiful! All my skirts, desses and coats are at least past my mid-calf or sometimes maxi length, so happy to ser that other short women look awesome in them! Makes me less intimidated to wear mine ☺ as well as oversized silhouettes 😍

As someone who currently lives in Japan, this is on-point! I love how you discussed about your observations on Japanese style.

I know chatty videos aren't everyone's cup of tea, but long-form reflective and analytical content on fashion and personal style is my faaaavorite! That is to say, love this video and thank you for the time you took to put this together! Interestingly, when I was in Japan around 2017, I noticed a lot of cropped/midi silhouettes. Full pleated culottes and skirts were everywhere. Goes to show that even more conservative Japan has a trend cycle ;) But most of your other observations still held true.

I’m naturally inclined to this aesthetic! I didn’t even know it was Japanese. I just love that effortlessly comfortable and stylish look. Something practical but still interesting. Not too fussy or overworked.

Something not really touched on here is why a lot of these style tips work for petite heights is that most Japanese don't have curves.

@meh5069

Жыл бұрын

This! These styles work so well because they’re very small/thin. a lot of these styles would make a curvier person look frumpy. They’re still very nice for those who can wear them though

@shanthathippaiah4603

11 ай бұрын

So so true.. as a curvy petite, this doesn't always work for me, but I keep trying to find a way to bring them in. Also, most of these clothes don't work for tropical climates. A majority of style channels still are dedicated to colder climate styles.

@ariesmry

8 ай бұрын

I was looking for this comment. Japan is pretty homogenous and many of them have strong vertical lines in their body. I suspect that there is an easily accessible cultural knowledge on what looks good and drapes well on their body. I think there’s some similarities in lines and tailoring between even their traditional clothing and modern clothing. So they’re exposed pretty early on to whats flattering on them and as adults, the majority focus on and differentiating and refining their style thru detailing like fabric choices, and accessories. Of course there are really cool subcultures that subvert this, but because they have that early template, the “rules” they break come across as methodical. Also when clothing companies lean into these lines, straight off the hanger, clothing probably looks flattering for the majority of people. And I suspect that their sizing might be much more standardized then the mess in the US, making styling and flattering fashion a low bar of entry. I feel like after writing this, I’ve realized why dressing well is just so difficult to do for a lot of people in the US.

@ThaoNguyen-hl6mb

6 ай бұрын

If you have curve but wanna try the Japanese long-line aesthetics, give Uniqlo U a line. I'm pretty heavy (size 8-10 US, DD cup, 5'4"), and I love how Uniqlo U designs accommodate my curves generously, while draping smooths the line really well. Another line that comes to mind is Hana Tajima, but she stops collab with Uniqlo. She does Dress on Pants extremely elegantly.

@zosiawisniewska4356

4 ай бұрын

Everyone has curves - skinny, awerage, or fat. No one is shape of rectangle. I'd say that skinny ladies are often more curvy than a plus size - I am on a lower BMI end, but I have sick hips to waist ratio.

I love everything about Japanese style. Lengths, colors, fabric, style... List is endless

これが日本のスタイルなのですね！私は毎日普通に着ているので、このように考察されてビックリしました。 ロングコート、マキシ丈のスカートは冬の定番です。 日本に来たら古着屋さんに行くのがオススメですよ😊 配信ありがとうございました❤

You hit it right on the nail with those neutral colors… those exact beiges and pinks are what I love in Japanese fashion, but I find it so, so hard to find it anywhere else! Everything here is just light grey and navy… now I know I’ll have to check out more Japanese stores to see if I can find my dream neutrals!

Yes, long line is really popular here in Japan since last summer. I am over the moon because I am a long skirt girl!! Tonal dressing is also popular. No more than three different colours is a popular rule. I notice the difference immediately when I go back to OZ...so many colours!!! Functional wear and dressing for the climate is key. Heat tech is my go to every day, esp extra warm heat tech leggings under my skirts!!! You are very observant! I really enjoyed this!!! I think the audio was better! THANK YOU!

@lizlawley6680

11 ай бұрын

Ohhh, HEAT TEC... OK, I know it as Thermal. Good stuff whichever way you describe it. 😏

@SoNick25

10 ай бұрын

@@lizlawley6680 yes, that's what Uniqlo call it here in Japan and it is stamped on the 'thermal' stuff. It is probably a trade mark. I looked on the Australian site for Uniqlo and they call it that too..HEATTECH. They have extra warm and ultra warm which claims it is 1.5 times warmer and 2.5 times warmer. Very toasty if you are in a cold climate.

Over the years I saved a lot of Japanese street style photos. I am also 5’3” and love the often tonal and muted palette in Japan. I still buy items that remind me what I saw on the photos today.

It seems the tailoring details is really key to the japanese look. I used to wonder why some outfits look 'meh', and others so cool. As someone said, they do spend more to buy elevated items. Still, I cant wear these fabrics, or some of the silhouettes in my tropical climate, but colors, tailoring details could definitely be borrowed. And definitely, a looser fit is a great option in the heat 🙂

this video is so validating - especially because i find myself gravitating towards more oversized looks in terms of my personal style and standing at a 4'11 stature, the two don't go hand in hand but when you pointed out that a lot of japanese fashion involves oversized clothing even on petite/shorter heights, i felt so seen :') im definitely taking notes from this video

This is how I dress daily! The problems is most think Im frumpy but I look fabulous! 🎉🎉🎉

Japanese style is amazing and i've been admiring them for years. They carry the oversized, cool look so immaculately.

Loved this review. Have been a fan of Japanese fashion but found it hard to explain just what made it so lovely and effortlessly cool.

For your color observations, I’ve found that Express normally has a lot of good neutral tan and pink basics! They always have a sort of trendy section that changes each month, but their year round basics keep to the softer pink based neutrals. :D

Omg! Your analysis is so on point. I love it! Thanks for sharing your experiences with us. 🥰

Oh wow this is wonderful! I’m going to Japan this summer with my daughter and I’m also fascinated with Japanese style as a petite. Thanks for your overall takes.

I couldn't agree more re: a nylon bag! I had been searching forever for a thrifted leather tote for work with no luck, and then last week, I came across a black nylon Kipling tote with both shoulder and cross body straps and nice features like sturdy zippers and a key loop. It was only $3! I've used it every day since. It's funny, because I remember seeing Kipling shops while living in Taiwan and Hong Kong, but never in Canada. They're great bags!

I returned from Japan yesterday, hot, hot summer weather! Although the season was different from what you experienced, the styles are so much the same. I love how you explain how the oversize works so well on small frames. I noticed this too, but couldn't figure out why it was working. The Japanese have such beautiful, understated style. I love all the layering and sometimes unexpected textures. Great video, thanks!

one of my favorite videos you've ever made. love how you broke down each tip so they're easy to apply

Thank you for this breakdown! It's incredibly helpful. I've always found such Japanese styling to be striking, effortless looking, and cool. Plus, it does contrast so much to the style rules I absorbed for petites like myself. I'm going to reference your video more as I incorporate some of these style elements I've always appreciated.

Great detailed observations of Japan's streetwear! There are so many beautiful things to see and experience in Japan, and their fashion-sense is among them. Their layering techniques, to me, is an art!

I really like your interpretation of layering. Looks great! Thanks for sharing your observations on Japanese trends. Cheers!

Helen! I'm obsessed with this style of video- thanks for sharing

Thanks for sharing! I love Japanese fashion~ I personally love the oversized style. It’s definitely easier to do in the colder months though. Which is why I hate summer LOL. Some people think petite people can’t wear oversized top and bottom, but I say who cares! Everyone should wear whatever makes them comfortable 🥰

@DailyHelenJ

Жыл бұрын

I know!! I don't like summer fashion very much and get soo excited when cool whether comes around :) I think petite people look great in oversized pieces and you're absolutely right x

Yes to nylon bags!!! Love the lightweight, affordable, durable fabric and colorful options. No animals killed and easy to store with no worry about creases & scratches like leather bags. Nylon bags are my go-to!

This is such a good and perceptive analysis, and it points out many of the reasons why I'm drawn to Japanese fashion! Thanks so much! You got a new subscriber :)

Thank for this! I am very much inspired by the elegant Japanese fashion. Will be using those tips!

i’m very short/petite and i have a short torso, i’ve always looked at western fashion which is meant for taller girls than me on average and i feel like I should have been looking at japanese fashion this whole time

I just came back from Japan. It was the beginning of autumn. I love their style and I couldn't figure out what it was. I had a hard time shopping because I wasn't sure how to incorporate the clothes into my current wardrobe. Next time I'll apply the things you talked about. Great video!

Thank you for this video! It gave me some great inspiration. I appreciated that you showed your take on each trend.

I am so very super envious of the cardigan you are wearing in this video. love love love it!😍😍😍

This was fun to watch. Inspiring with Japanese style. It surely inspired me since I live in cold climate. I want to watch this again.

I love this video. I love the simple put together colors and style.

Hi Helen, thanks for this lovely video, really interesting and enjoyable! I'm very obsessed with the Japanese style, I love Yamamoto kind of shapes and I found myself to have a very specific taste for sartorial and deconstructed mixed together ❤️

@DailyHelenJ

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching, I feel like I would love your style so much!

Love this video! You're very observant and I love how non-stereotypical the style lessons are. By the way I almost always use loudspeakers so I don't notice anything wrong with the audio, your voice sounds a lot clearer and more stable though.

Such an interesting and insightful video! I think a good portion of why all the clothing works is simply because Japanese clothing caters to the most common proportions. Good fit and proportion make everything look intentional and chic.

How interesting and inspiring! 😍 Thank you for sharing your thoughts and observations! Hope you had a wonderful trip! 😊 About the audio- Without directly comparing this video’s audio back-to-back with a previous video, the quality seemed the same to me (very good)! (Watched/listened with my iPhone 12, without headphones)

Yes, you nailed it. I love Japanese style and I am petite too. Thanks for sharing your observations and tips.

I love this type of video, very interesting to see fashion from other countries :)

@DailyHelenJ

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching :) I'm always so nosy and love seeing what people wear. Japan in particular leaves me feeling so inspired

Thanks for the inspo, defenetly enjoyed two too three ideas for myself!

Love this breakdown and inspiration! Definitely noting some of these tips. So cool to hear how you like the Tibi pants, I’m super interested in their brand but hesitant to drop the money so far

Your content is so informative and relaxing to watch

Thank you for this video! I’ve been inspired to try out some different outfits from my existing clothes, in terms of layering and mixing textures!

@DailyHelenJ

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tanya! I hope you do, will do the same myself and recreate some looks too :)

i've been dressing like this occasionally ever since i went to tokyo this year! i think i have the exact same skirt on the left on 3:16. I need to buy more of it. i love the silhouettes and lengths they have. for me they are perfect for busy days when i just really don't want to think about my figure. i think the key to avoiding the frumpy look with outfits like these is in the details- i find that a lot of people tokyo who dress like this will either have a really dressy shoe or comfy but cool looking sneaker - definitely not basic but definitely not super flashy, a good in-between. or they'll wear like a hip graphic tee or a beautiful understated luxury bag.

I love your observations on japanese style! I see all these things in the style of japanese women I follow on Insta, but never really took the time to disect it. About the audio: besides the one-ear problem I think it does sound claearer.

I thought my ear buds are broken. 😅 Love this video, i’ve been a fan of japanese fashion, I’ve been so insecured with my skin and japanese fashion really helps me to dress well. 🥰

Always love your content! Very good observation!

Very thorough, and correct observation presented in a crisp way!! 😊

This is exactly what I've been thinking about and your video just popped up on my feed

I love visiting Japan. We went in December to Osaka. I thought it was hilarious that you took a pilot pen shop photo because that’s also what I did 😂😂. Best pens ever! The fashion is awesome. I went vintage shopping and got a denim long line jacket love.

Thank you for sharing, really enjoyed watching this

When I was there I noticed the same. Loved the color options there that look good for Asian skin tones. Both color and style are more feminine and conservative. They tend to wear pieces with good materials and interesting textures. Most ladies wear their make up so well too. Since I’m not that young and am big chested I didn’t think the oversized would look good on me. I like your style too, Helen. It’s not overly matcha-matchy. I always thought shoes and purse need to match but you don’t do that and they look great!

I'm usually too busy and can't fully watch a video, but you have such a nice voice to play while I handle my chores/projects!

I recently just found you channel, and i love your content :) thank you so much

The Japanese’s taste is so similar to ours in the Scandinavian countries, both men and women. It’s so fun to watch :) off topic but your hair is very nice

I am 5’1” and 105 lbs. I love clothes like that but my American friends always ask me why I wear clothes that are so oversized and sloppy. They also said I dressed very young. I am 65 yo and still love to be fashionable because I love Japanese fashion. Japanese and Frenchwomen never stopped dressing up. Casual and classy.

Great and insightful video! Thanks for making this :)

hi helen, do you do observations on men’s clothing as well? i’d love to see my boyfriend upgrades his wardrobes lol 😂 i need some practical-generally suitable for all kind of occasion for men (from women’s point of view). thank you helen, love your way of simplifying fashion into words!

Magistral lección de estilo. Ha sido un placer ver este video ❤❤❤

I''m a fan of Japanese fashion and enjoyed your point of view.

I actually bought that cream mermaid skirt when I went to Japan last month and I love it, but maybe not for the same reasons you mentioned haha. It’s so crazy to me that the photo you showed and the women I saw wearing the skirt around Japan it looks really elongated and straight, but for me it REALLY emphasizes my hips and butt 😂 but I am someone who prefers long skirts (fitted or not) in general over minis so I love that aspect of Japanese style so much. I’m short but looking taller wasn’t even something I considered!

Your explanation of making over sized work made so much sense. I always end up looking so boxy. Now I understand

I love longline coats and own one myself - only con is when I'm walking fast and it gets difficult to walk with the wind resistance, haha. Love these observations, thanks for sharing with us!

This video took the thoughts right out of my eyes from just 24 hrs since i arrive here in osaka. Exaaactly my observations. And as a 5"8 140lbs "XL Asian girl" i will definitely be remixing using these japanese dressing aesthetics. Puffer jackets x long skirt is especially mind boggling

Nice video! Long puffer jackets are also the dominant winter style of this year in European German speaking countries. They are truly ubiquitous, and often paired with quite chunky leather boots. A cool Berlin look ;)

It’s very useful for me to dress up for upcoming trip to Japan. I really like this video. 👍🏻

really amazing and very inspiring. Thank you for sharing this unique content

@DailyHelenJ

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely my pleasure, thank you for watching :)) x

I started attempting Japanese style a few years back but ended up looking like I gave away bibles 🥲

@justme4037

11 ай бұрын

Im rolling on the floor, so relatable 😂

@naomiwhiffen9791

11 ай бұрын

It requires really put together makeup & fashionable hair to keep it from looking dowdy!

@daisiesandpandas1218

10 ай бұрын

I'd Imagine the same comment about other religions, Islam for example, would seem really bad and you would have hesitated to leave a similar comment. Just say it looks frumpy, frump doesn't have religion.

@theoneandonly3388

10 ай бұрын

@@daisiesandpandas1218 if I came from an Islamic background I might have left that comment instead

@TheMoniMode

9 ай бұрын

Same here, I just embrace it and I say: another day selling bibles

I loved the video. About the audio, maybe it was because I was using headphones but the voice recording and the background music where in different sides (voice was on my left and music was on my right) and that made it a bit hard to focus on your narration. Also, great explanations about the why the styles work, I often wonder why some outfits I chose work and why some other do not and keeping this tips in mind will help me know how to avoid making my "basic" or "neutral" outfits looking boring.

I love Japanese fashion and style, I don't like showing skin (at least on my upper body) so I like that Japanese styles are modest and cute. But the only problem is that my body doesn't fit the style, I'm very tall for Asian standards, and I'm not slim at all. If I tried to wear things like this I'd look very weird, but I think the style is so cute! It's a love hate relationship, I wish I could do something about this...

@lietalies8747

10 ай бұрын

I mean I don’t see why. This looks like a bit like what models wear on runways and they’re extremely tall and they look very cool

@avril6922

9 ай бұрын

​@@lietalies8747They said they are not slim at all

Interesting fashion overview! The outfits are cocooning, comforting and protective looking. I wonder if there is a sociological reason for it - not just weather.

@shizukagozen777

11 ай бұрын

Japanese people like to imitate other Japanese people because standing out from the group is frowned upon over there. Only few people really have the 🥜 to actually be original.

Long flowing dresses are the 2024 spring/summer looks in the area where I live. As you stated, the low-contrast look works for both tall and short women even for the warmer seasons. ❤️

I wanted to get a very long wool coat this winter, but even though they’re supposedly trending, I couldn’t actually find one to buy. When it’s really cold, the longer and fuller the coat, the better. (Especially as I wear mostly skirts and dresses). I’m short, too, and I think ankle-length items work very well on me, especially in a dress with one color or pattern from top to bottom, they give a long, continuous line.

@brenna6964

Жыл бұрын

Have you tried Poshmark. Lots of vintage long wool coats

I'm loving it!!❤❤ ty sweetheart😁

this video was extremely interesting! Thank you for sharing!

@DailyHelenJ

Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad, thank you !! :) x

Nice Vlog.. I also love there style and get lots of inspiration from there style!

oh man i desperately wish i could pull off this style! the comfiness speaks to me. i love baggy clothes, but i don't think i can pull them off since i'm chubby and therefore oversized clothes just make me look larger lmao.

Thank you for your video, really enjoyed it.

Really informative and helpful video:P i enjoyed it

Love this as im only 4 ft 10 and I love loose clothing and my friends say I should wear fitted clothing but I like Japan clothes.thank you for sharing

audio was great Helen 😍

So interesting, love this video!

I have such a difficult time with style and fashion- those ‘genes’went to my sister 😂 since starting a professional job though I’ve been wanting to look more stylish, I think Japanese style is the way to go❤ thanks for this video

Loved this!!

Best video ever, I grew up in Brazil and in São Paulo we have the highest Japanese population outside of Japan check out bairro Liberdade, the Japanese and the Korean are the elite of the country, so classy, driven and hardworking, we Brazilians have the ultimate respect for Japanese people and culture, I love the East, I joke that I was born a western as punishment! I cried reading memories of a geisha, and rooted for Saiuri the whole time, I am so happy for you Helen, best wishes for my beautiful now American home in Louisiana

Hey! Helen I really really really obsessed with your style so so so much and what a beautiful style you have you are my inspiration and I wish you reach 70K Subscribers very very soon!☺️💕💫

@DailyHelenJ

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so so much xx

I really like this style. Now I need a maxi skirt!

If there's anything I took from observing the Japanese exchange students at my school, is that a well-fitting long skirt saves all. They even make jean maxi skirts look cool. I never touched skirts until I learned how the maxi with a high waist is super flattering for us *under* 5'3. I started adopting high contrast and texture mixes too because of this. The canvas sneaker and long baggy untucked tops were unusual for me too at the time, but above all it just looked comfortable and cute. It was definitely different from us, especially when skinny jeans, leggings, and frilly Coachella tanks still had a chokehold on American fashion. Tucked slim tops work for me better as someone without a slim body type. Next dream is that long coat for petites 🤩

I love how respectful you are. New subscriber No “you should wear this” “stop wears that”

I bet the season influenced the color palettes you observed during your time there. I’d like to see what looks are popular in the spring and summer.

1:48 that blue jacket is SOO CUTE!