7 STYLE SECRETS WE CAN ALL LEARN FROM JAPANESE STYLE!

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WHAT I'M WEARING :)
(made from cotton & merino, fits true to size)

THINGS I MENTIONED
Brown Nylon Bag - Acne Studios
Brown Coat - Mango (very old)

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JAPANESE STYLE SECRETS
00:00 - 00:37 Japanese Style Lessons
00:38 - 03:08 Longline Clothes To Look Taller
03:09 - 05:11 Tonal & Low Contrast Dressing
05:12 - 08:23 Practicality & Style
08:24 - 11:21 Oversized Styling
11:22 - 13:40 Neutral Tones
13:41 - 15:49 Use of TEXTURES
15:50 - 17:06 Unique Layering

SIZING
For reference, I am 160cm or 5'3. I wear an AU 6, XS. EU 34 and US 0 (I take one size down in US sizing). I am more pear shaped and often need to size up one size for pants for it to fit well at the hip. For jeans I am usually a W26.

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[DailyHelenJ]

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[ang]

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

[gristen]

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

[unichan]

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 😊

[Life-ootr]

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.

[sujatamassey]

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.

[junipergraves]

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.

[avagoodday]

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

[mii-chin]

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 😍

[christinecho]

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.

[renaezelmar]

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.

[Ginasgusa]

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.

[bzkkkhb]

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❤

[AnitaN]

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

[SoNick]

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!

[mrshore]

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!

[geniej]

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.

[Jenesis]

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.

[hris]

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

[jadetheshade]

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