Good evening. This is Ikeda.
We've been open until 7pm for the past three days, but it's not because we're lazy, but because we're having construction work done on the bathroom at home, so we have to go to the super public bath.
I'm afraid I'll be told that I don't know about that.
Even so, the removal work by the carpenter is fast.
During the first day's removal work, by the morning the building was in a ruin-like condition.
I have to congratulate him on that speed.
Thank you and praise the carpenter.
I'm glad I didn't have to go outside to take a bath in the middle of August, but in September, when the morning and evening temperatures have cooled down a bit, and we're already in the middle of September.
The end of the weekly exhibition is finally in sight, and I'm already looking forward to the 24th SS.
All the brands have such good items that I want to praise them, so it's really hard to think about what to order.
It's not like you can just order this or that.
I may have written it many times, but that's what makes it interesting.
I think I'll grow up to be able to order something a little more luxurious, and then I'll give myself a little bit of praise.
Being independent and running a business by myself, I feel a little sad that no one will praise me, but today I would like to introduce Fujimoto's Sweat Shirt "FLOWERS".
This is praise.
Since this is the first time we're introducing Fujimoto's 23AW items, we'll start with the season's theme.
This season's theme is "FLOWERSANDYOU".
Unlike the previous season, it is not inspired by novels or anything like that.
This is because the new coronavirus was prevalent during the production period, and Fujimoto's friends and acquaintances were having troubles, so the project had to be stopped.
This collection is aimed at Mr. Fujimoto's friends and acquaintances.
However, just because you're standing still doesn't mean you're forced to look forward; it's just a message of praise that says, ``It's okay just the way you are, and be yourself.''
This season, that message is being expressed with flowers, wings, and fire.
When I hear about this background, I have no choice but to send my praises.
By the way, the fire that was lit during the LOOK shoot was secured through the help of a friend of Fujimoto's in Gunma.
Fires cannot be lit in public places, so they are private property.
We also heard some heartwarming stories about how people from the local fire brigade also helped out since they were using fire.
That's why it turned out to be such a wonderful LOOK, so of course I have to praise Fujimoto's creative team and the local people.
So, about the items.
The seasonal theme is best expressed in the sweatshirts that are our standard.
After all, it's graphic.
First of all, there is a theme on the left chest. " FLOWERSANDYOU" print.
The back has a graphic design of flowers, thorny stems, and butterflies.
Regarding this flower, Mr. Fujimoto decorated his home with flowers that could be bought at a local supermarket and designed it from there.
It's not an exaggerated praise, but a close praise, and you can feel that kind of personality.
I think the thorny stems remind me of worries and conflicts.
Even in such a situation, I wonder if the message of being yourself and going at your own pace like a butterfly is being expressed.
There is also a message in English on top.
It would be bad if the meaning was slightly different when using the translation function, so I will leave the meaning as I heard it directly from Mr. Fujimoto.
``Our lives are full of unforgettable gentle laughter and slight pain.''
You can really feel Fujimoto's personality and love here.
That's really all I can say.
Sweatshirts printed with such graphics have a very loose silhouette.
Personally, I would rather describe it as sloppy rather than relaxed.
In a good way, of course.
I feel like something like that would be better, but what do you think?
I'll leave the interpretation up to you.
Basically, it is the same as the sweatshirt that was released in 23SS, but the difference is that the lining is loop material for SS and fleece for AW.
Therefore, there is a difference in shrinkage, and the fleece has a slightly stronger shrinkage, so it looks a little neater.
It's hard to tell unless you actually compare them, so I don't think it's a problem if you think they're almost the same.
Available in two colors: Black and Acid.
The black color has a washed-out color that gives it a nice look as always.
Acid is tie-dyed, and I wonder if this reflects his worries and struggles.
An ambiguous expression that looks like it's covered in mist, which is also a nice finish.
I wish that the world would be peaceful if everyone could praise each other.
Please check out Fujimoto's Sweat Shirts "FLOWERS", which have a finish that makes you feel Fujimoto's personality and love, and can only be admired.
Ikeda
