“Help Me Choose!” is the first ever featured article series where I, Yuri “Yurippa” Suganuma, feature as the writer, model and director.

 

I’ve been conservative with my eyeliner when doing my makeup recently, instead wanting to go for a more effortless style to convey my eyes. I’ve also been having more fun with eyeshadow, and I’ve wanted to make my lips the centerpiece of my makeup, so I’ve been making additions and subtractions which has slowly led to a more grown-up look.

 

So, for my recommended autumn/winter cosmetics this time around I’ll be focusing on eyeshadow, lips, and cheeks. These are items I’ve been interested in and am buying. Here’s my review.

▶︎THREE

THREE Dimensional Vision Eye Palette 03 – ¥7,020 (Tax Included)

 

This palette features four colours, none of which you will ignore. The colours also have different textures including pearl, matte powder, and cream.

 

Today’s Makeup:

①For the whole eyelid

②For the undereye

③Adds gradation to the double eyelid

④Adds accent to the inner corner

 

I tried playing around a bit! Although I added colour and glitter to the inner corners of my eyes I’m all about it.

 

According to THREE, this is the order you should put these items on:

1. Add the ② cream eyeshadow to your whole eyelid

2.Add the ③ colour as a base around the edge of your ueye

3.Layer ① on your whole eyelid

4.Finish with ④ as a highlighter

 

Using the cream eyeshadow as a base brings out the orange to make it look even better!

 

Part of the fun of this eye palette is how easily arranged it all is. The colours in this palette in particular are extremely popular.

 

▶︎RMK

RMK Stone Blossom Brush 03 – ¥3,456 (Tax Included)

 

The thin powder blends softly into your cheeks. It gives gentle colouring while still bringing your whole face to life, making it an indispensable item. And terracotta looks good on anyone.

 

And how about combining it with this?

 

RMK Stone Blossom Lips 05 – ¥3,780 (Tax Included)

 

This lipstick is a smooth cream type. The orange hype is just beginning. It has a slightly deep colour and gives off a casual grown-up vibe. It also has moisturizing ingredients in it making it great for winter when your lips dry up.

 

By the way, this collection was inspired by the stony beaches of Málaga in Spain. The items are limited-edition so get your hands on them ASAP.

 

▶︎CHANEL

(New Colour) Rouge Allure Velvet Extreme 130 – ¥4,536 (Tax Included)

 

From my always-favourite Rouge Allure Velvet series comes a new colour and a limited-edition colour from CHANEL! At first glance, No. 130 looks like a deep red, but when you put it on it also has a slight purple tinge to it, serving up a wine colour.

 

The deep burgundy makes you look like a lady and is sure to captivate. If you’re a girl who loves autumn/winter collections then you won’t be able to resist the colour of this one!

 

(Limited Edition Colour) Rouge Allure Velvet Extreme 128 – ¥4,536 (Tax Included)

 

Orange beige. Beige lipstick has yet to become a thing around the world, but this colour isn’t overly plain and even works on myself! The beige has a subtle, healthy orange in it. Another stylish colour from CHANEL.

 

Another thing I like is how the case is matte (normally in the Velvet series it’s glossy). Autumn/winter vibes, I’m all about it!

 

 

▶︎GUERLAIN

GUERLAIN Glitter Eyeliner 02 KAKI & 03 BURGUNDY – ¥5,508 Each (Tax Included)

 

This glittery liquid eyeliner gleams and looks just as it does when applied to yourself. It gives your eyes a beautiful impact, and both of this colours are good taste.

 

▶︎SHIRO

SHIRO Ginger Lipstick 9I08 Vintage Brown – ¥4,320 (Tax Included)

 

SHIRO have released their very first lipstick collection. The vintage brown has a deep, elegant look to it. SHIRO really are amazing. They’ve become a brand I just can’t let go. Everyone who sees this colour says it’s cute. I especially want to recommend this one to those of you who are beginners to orange and browns. It’s a really stylish one.

 

Incidentally, the brand actually changed its logo to commemorate its 10^th anniversary, from “shiro” to “SHIRO.”

 

“Do you have anything a little more natural?”

 

▶︎THE PUBLIC ORGANIC

THE PUBLIC ORGANIC Essential Oil Colour Lipstick Noble Orange – ¥700 (Tax Included)

 

This organic cosmetic item is 100% natural. It’s made with the skin in mind to ensure it’s good to it. It also has a nice roughness to it like when taking your makeup off with soap. This terracotta orange adds just a touch of colour so as to make full use of the lips’ natural colour.

 

This lipstick was originally released as a limited-edition item last year and blew up on social media, but they are set to bring it back as a regular item this year on September 25.

 

 

ーYurippa’s Closing Commentsー

In the end, I end up going for deep coloured lips and burgundy eyes every autumn and winter, but with these items they’re not just simply deep reds or browns. When you apply them they have a faint orange or purple in them. I think that was the original intention of those brands. I love little devilish things like that, and so I recognize to the fun of cosmetics year by year.

 

I’m actually really into the new eyeshadow from TOMFORD, but I wasn’t able to get ahold of it by the photoshoot so I had to leave it out this time, TOMFORD’s eyeshadow is amazing  too!

 

I’m a girl who loves autumn and winter, so I’m looking forward to the coming seasons. I want to use lots of different coloured items and become an even more beautiful woman―more than in summer and more than I am now!

 

 

Writer / Model  Yuri Suganuma
Photographer  / Haruka Yamamoto

This is my first ever series I’ve ever been put in charge of as a writer and model.

 

As long as you’re stocked up on these items, you’re good to go. In this special edition, I will showcase cosmetics that I’m a repeat buyer of and would definitely buy again.

▽Skincare

The first thing I should mention is my skin type.

・I have tough skin and so it doesn’t blemish easily

・It becomes dull when I have lack of sleep

・With my combination skin, it’s easy to spot oily areas (T Zone) and dry areas (around the eyes, U Zone)

 

Like this.

 

Using my knowledge of various cosmetics and methods I have tried I would like to showcase my recommendations. (Don’t worry if you don’t have the same skin type as me as some of the items I have picked can be used with other types too, so be sure to take a look.)

 

Finally, you’ll be happy to know that these can be used during all seasons.

 

So, ready to give it a go?

 

▶︎Dior Capture Youth Series

Quickly and actively delays the appearance of signs of ageing. This series was created to retain youthful looking skin. There are six serums to choose from which cater to different skin conditions. Each can be used on their own or in combination with your own serum products. I’ve made a custom serum for myself by combining two different types.

 

1. Intense Rescue Oil (30ml) – ¥12,420 *Photo is my own. Price shown is as was on the day of purchase.

(Effective against dry skin and helps maintain moisture. Supplements lipids.)

 

2. Glow Booster (30ml) – ¥12,420 *Photo is my own. Price shown is as was on the day of purchase.

(Rich in Vitamin C. Leaves skin glowing and feeling invigorated.)

 

For face lotion, I use 3.Enzyme Solution. It has a refreshing water-like texture and leaves skin moist. Good to use on skin that favours serums in this series.

Enzyme Solution (150ml) – ¥7,452 *Photo is my own. Price shown is as was on the day of purchase.

 

For cream, I use 9.Capture Youth Creme. It doesn’t remove the face lotion or the serum and doesn’t feel sticky.

Capture Youth Age-Delay Advanced Creme (50ml) – ¥12,420 *Photo is my own. Price shown is as was on the day of purchase.

It’s safe to say that after using this series, I don’t even know what dry skin is anymore. It really is that effective!

 

▶︎FEMMUE

5. Lumière Vital C  (30ml) – ¥8,000 (Before Tax) *Photo is my own. Price shown is as was on the day of purchase.

6. Ideal Oil (30ml) – ¥6,000 (Before Tax) *Photo is my own. Price shown is as was on the day of purchase.

 

FEMMUE is a really popular brand right now from the hub of beauty, South Korea. Firstly, it’s steeped in fragrance. It’s rich in floral scents like perfume. Simply holding the bottles fills you with a feeling of satisfaction. It leaves your skin feeling clear, smooth and glowing. And though it’s a thick oil, the skin absorbs it extremely well. 10/10 from me!

 

I might recommend it to girls who’ve just stepped into adulthood, girls who want to look sexy, and those who want to be popular! It’s perfect for skin that blemishes easily.

 

▶︎dear mayuko

7. Innocent Skin Serum (20ml) – ¥8,424　*Photo is my own. Price shown is as was on the day of purchase.

 

This serum contains sericin which comes from silkworm cocoons. Sericin ensures your skin is moist and is gentle on the skin. Despite being a beauty product the texture of this serum is really silky (like water!) and will leave your skin soft and healthy.

 

Personally, I recommend using it as a booster serum! It’s an easy way to nourish the skin before putting on any makeup. It will also help things like face lotions and milky lotions soak in better. The serum itself soaks into your skin nice and quickly so it won’t ruin your makeup. Its warm matte texture and colour will leave you looking soft♡

 

▶︎Kiehls

4. Kiehl’s Ultra Face Cream (49g) – ¥4,000 (Before Tax) *Photo is my own. Price shown is as was on the day of purchase.

This cream spreads lightly on the skin. It’s also very clear to see that it lets no moisture escape…! That’s how dense this cream is, it’s like it adds a cover to your face. It also doesn’t clear away face lotion or any beauty essences. It reaaally moisturises your skin. This is my 5th or 6th time buying it.

 

8. Kiehl’s Ultra Face Cleanser – ¥2,800 (Before Tax) *Photo is my own. Price shown is as was on the day of purchase.

This can be used on any skin time. (It’s also good for people with eyelash extensions!)

 

It’s a gel-type cleanser. What’s good about it being gel-type is that cleans off better than oil and yet doesn’t take in unnecessary moisture from the skin. You also don’t get that stretched feeling after you wash your face. This can really be used all season and by anyone. I haven’t used any other cleansers the past three or four times. It’s one I can trust.

 

▽Cosmetics

Be sure to check out my recommended lipsticks from last time too!

https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/183569

 

 

▶︎CANMAKE

8. Quick Lash Curler (Transparent Type) – ¥680 (Before Tax) *Photo is my own. Price shown is as was on the day of purchase.

I often use this as a top coat. It makes it harder for your eyelashes to sag and can be used with any kind of mascara. You get a great product for a cheap price, so there’s no need to feel guilty about picking up something cheap. You’ll end up picking it up multiple times a day, and the cosmetic pouch one stick comes with is sure to come in handy too!

 

▶︎BIODERMA

2. Sensibio H2O – ¥1,200 (Before Tax) *Photo is my own. Price shown is as was on the day of purchase.

This is a cleansing water to be used with sensitive skin. Pour some onto a cotton pad and simply wipe to remove your makeup without any unwanted excess being left on. It’s a super convenient product to have during those times when your makeup need a quick fix up. It’s often used in makeup shoots too! They have both small and large bottles, so try starting from the handy mini size first ☺

 

▶︎M.A.C

1. Strobe Cream Peachlite – ¥4,500 (Before Tax) *Photo is my own. Price shown is as was on the day of purchase.

A glittery pink cream that feels comfortable on the skin. When used as a base for your makeup it will brighten your skin, or when used as a highlight it will glimmer in the light on your shiny skin. It might be nice to add to the décolleté or when you are exposing skin too to add a little something. This item has many different uses!

 

▶︎Primavista

3. Long Keep Base UV – ¥2,800 (Before Tax) *Photo is my own. Price shown is as was on the day of purchase.

This product can won’t blemish skin at all even if it’s been working all throughout the day. It goes on gently and soaks up quickly. This means it can be used when you don’t have much time, such as when you’re in a hurry in the morning. It feels so light it makes you wonder whether you’ve even put any on! It also holds up well against sweat and oil so I highly recommend it for the coming season! (It’s been a No. 1 best seller for 9 years in a row.)

 

As a footnote, I’ll just add that I’m actually a model for Primavista’s products and I’m really glad I discovered them.

 

▶︎YSL

5. TOUCHE ÉCLAT BLUR PRIMER 1 – ¥6,300 (Before Tax) *Photo is my own. Price shown is as was on the day of purchase.

This is a makeup base that has gold pearls in it. It fixes the uneven parts of the skin to make it uniform making it perfect for foundation. It has a semi-matte consistency and the goal pearls give your skin a gorgeous gloss.

 

10. LE CUSHION ENCRE DE PEAU B30 – ¥7,500 (Before Tax) *Photo is my own. Price shown is as was on the day of purchase.

This is the covering power, moisturisation and texture I wanted! It feels very light on the face, so much so that it feels like you have none on, but it’s the opposite of useless―it covers the face completely. As expected of them. It’s easy to put on too, just pat it onto your face with a sponge. It’s very durable too!

 

▶︎MIMURA

4. Smooth Skin Cover – ¥4,200 (Before Tax) *Photo is my own. Price shown is as was on the day of purchase.

This too is a makeup base and evens out the odds of your face. It’s silky and makes you look extremely beautiful so it’s the perfect accompaniment to makeup. It also thankfully contains SPF20 and PA++ and is free from ethanol, colouring agents and synthetic fragrances, making it kind to skin. I would also recommend it to people with weak skin. This is my second pot ♡

 

 

▶︎LANCOME

6. Grandiôse Mascara (Volume Type) BK – ¥4,200 (Before Tax)

The rose design of the cap is so cute! This is the No. 1 easiest product to coat. The shape of brush has been carefully calculated to curve with your eyelashes. It does nothing short of bolstering the volume of them. It has also received high praise for how easy it comes off with hot water. But it doesn’t blot either. This one’s for those who want to emphasise their gaze♡

 

 

▶︎CLINIQUE

7. Lash Power Mascara Long-Wearing Formula BK – ¥3,780

We can all relate to mascara becoming clumpy. This formula entwines with each eyelash hair to give big, beautiful eyes. It makes you feel good when applied. Though this is my third time buying it it never fails to make me say out loud to myself, “Wow, how beautiful.” You don’t have to worry about sweat or oil either, plus it comes off easily with hot water♡

 

 

▶︎MAYBELLINE

9. Hyper Sharp Liner BK – ¥1,200 (Before Tax) *Photo is my own. Price shown is as was on the day of purchase.

I have loved and used MAYBELLINE since I was a high school student. I’ve used many different eyeliners but always end up returning to the same place. The Hyper Sharp Liner is easy to draw with, doesn’t smear, and the tip of the brush is thin and soft, so drawing on cat eyes is so much easier now. It’s perfect! Get it ASAP!

 

 

What do you think of my list? The categories are a bit jumbled, but I have listed all the items I highly recommend.

 

A lot of the items I’ve presented are expensive, but even if they are pricey, the quality is good and the effects they have really work! I wonder if the reason for people in their teens and 20s focus so much on skin care is because they have seen the speed at which you can revitalise your skin, or have the power to ‘rebirth’ oneself.

 

My skin is changing entirely now compared to back when I thought it was okay to not take care of it. I want to make more recommendations to people at my age and invest in my future self.

 

Be sure to reference this last, and thank you for reading! Until next time ☺

 

 

Writer / Model  Yuri Suganuma
Photographer  / Hikari Shibata

Translator / Joshua Kitosi-Isanga

 

H&M has announced a new collaboration with Pokémon. The collection features appearances from popular characters as well as designs based off the upcoming Detective Pikachu movie.

Hoodie: ¥2,499 / Pants: ¥1,799

Shirt: ¥2,499 / Pants: ¥2,499

Pokémon has made its way onto the runway recently, such as at the London Fashion Week Men’s show, and is becoming something of a style in the fashion world. H&M’s Pokémon collection maintains that high level of fashion with its street-style men and women line and the cute kid’s line.

T-Shirt: ¥1,299

T-Shirt & Pants Set: ¥1,799

The collection is being sold at H&M Mens, Divided, and the H&M online store in Japan.

One Piece: ¥999

Socks (5 Designs): ¥999

The kid’s collection includes a t-shirt, one piece, socks and underwear, meaning both kids and adults alike can get in on the fun.

 

 

© 2019 Legendary and Warner Bros. Entertainment, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
© 2019 Pokémon.

This is my first ever series I’ve ever been put in charge of as a writer and model.

Moshi Moshi Nippon is where I start!

 

To briefly explain my makeup history, I first became interested in makeup when I was in elementary school after I went to a drugstore and saw cosmetics all lined up. After entering middle school, I was an awkward girl hooked on eyeshadows. I realised in high school that unique people get a lot of attention, and so I wanted to learn more about makeup. Every week, if I had a free moment, I’d pop down to the department store and little by little, deepened my knowledge about cosmetics. At around the age of 22 or 23, I achieved my certification as a “Cosmetics/ Skincare Meister”. (There’s still a lot to learn though…)

 

At 23, I started writing a series of my own about makeup!
Even if it’s just a little bit, I want everyone to feel like they can use my articles to help themselves find their favourite cosmetics.

 

As this is my first ever business, I was obviously quite nervous about a few things.

 

As the impression that makeup leaves, and everyone’s individual tastes can always completely change in an instant, I made this report which puts the spotlight on lipsticks that are suitable for a range of people!

 

These are recommendations by Yurippa!

These lipsticks are perfect for spring and summer!

If you’re looking for stylish yet affordable lipsticks, join me and take a peak of my world of makeup through my eyes!

 

▽ Yurippa’s recommended lipsticks!

・3CE  MOOD RECIPE MATTE LIP COLOR #909　￥2160

Feels like a cream when you spread it on your lips.

A matte finish colour that sticks to your lips.

Very good colouring

Slightly deep red coral…

Gives an adult-like impression!

Coordination ideas: Perfect highlight for an all black outfit or a white shirt, or all navy look. I think it would make a great contrast with blue!

Suitable for all skin types (yellow base, blue base)

No matter where you go, you’ll be complimented for your lipstick coordination ♡

To buy this, search for ”3ce” lipstick

It’ll be somewhere around the 4th or 5th link down. Look out for the product number #909.

This is a very popular lipstick!

 

・another item・

 

・M・A・C

（Left）Dubonnet　￥3240

Matte finish wine purple colour.

Deep with an edgy finish.

M・A・C lipstick colours are very defined and difficult to rub off!

You don’t even need to top up very much throughout the day.

 

（Right）Chili (MINI size)　￥1404

This is an orange brown matte lipstick.

There are many models these days who use this colour.

If you are not sure what colour suits you, you can play it safe with this.

All these lipsticks smell like vanilla.

※M・A・C lipstick is sold at some stores.

 

・CHANEL Rouge, Allure, Velvet series　￥4536

These are also matte lipsticks.

If you compare the feel of 3CE and M・A・C lipsticks, you’ll find they both have a different matte texture.

You can really feel the moisture in this!!

A smooth, matte finish.

I’m way too keen on this series. I mainly have lipsticks from the colour version.

The texture, quality of colour, and the exquisite choice of colour is what makes this lipstick so addictive!

 

 

（Left）No.58 Rouge Vie

Deep, strong red

（Right）No.61 La Secrete

Salmon pink

 

▽2019　Perfect for spring and summer Lip

・ADDICTION  Lipstick Sheer 003　cherry cherry ¥3024

Finally here’s a non-matte lipstick that I like! Haha…

But despite I love matte lipsticks so much, this lipstick just has the cutest texture! I fell in love with it at first sight.

The transparency is perfect for the shade of red.

Despite the strong red colour, it is rather transparent, giving a “pop” look.

The more you apply, the cuter your lips!

How about wearing a white shirt to match your red lips?

…or a patterned shirt, woven bag and denim bottoms??

Allow yourself to be driven by the wild feeling of spring and summer fashion. This lipstick is a must for your handbag!

I really want to wear cherry earrings to match the lipstick!

 

・shiro ginger lip butter（lip gloss）9C06　copper brown  ¥4104

A matte brown-orange.

This is quite a fashionable colour that will make you appear more like an adult.

A lip balm and gloss in one! No need to apply a balm as a base to stop your lips from drying out.

The shade is rather nice and the colouring is perfect.

The small touch of gloss will make you seem more adult-like ♡

It has a smooth texture and spreads smoothly!

The natural scent of ginger makes it seem just like an organic cosmetics product like “shiro”.

Look no further for a lipstick you can use all year round!

The new colours came out on 7th March as a product not just for spring and summer, but also autumn and winter.

 

・Celvoke 　Enthrall gloss 03 ￥3024

Orange/brown, glossy and plenty of moisture.

This will give you the plump lips that every girl wants!

As the colour is quite toned-down and dark, use a subtle amount of eyeshadow,  give your cheeks a matte finish and your lips will become the glossy accent to finish your look!

 

▽ Stylish yet affordable!

・CANMAKE Lip Tint Matte 03 rose ￥650

This is a rather girly rose pink.

Although this is a strong-coloured lip tint, it holds moisture so you don’t have to worry about your lips drying out.

Spreads completely over your lips perfectly.

You would look so cute if you combined this with a floral outfit or gingham checks♡

 

01　coral

04　Terracotta red

 

・INTEGRATE Silky Matte Lip（Lip/cheek colour）PK384 ¥1296

Bright coral with a slight glossy semi-matte finish.

This is a fresh colour which will brighten your face.

Enjoy the light texture as you apply it.

As you can colour both your cheeks and your lips with this lipstick, this is perfect for those of you with busy mornings or those of you who are not good at makeup and are uncertain of how to balance colours!

This is an easy way to achieve a balanced look!

 

～　<Extra!>　If you get your hands on this you should celebrate!　～

Pat McGrath is a hair and makeup artist. She owns the makeup brand “Pat McGrath”♡

She still hasn’t been to Japan.

She is involved in famous fashion show brands and collections and is a hair and makeup specialist.

From the packet design, these products overflow with cuteness!

The smooth matte lipstick is absolutely perfect when it comes to durability and colour.

This high-quality lipstick is a leading lipstick ー no doubt about it!

Just how people buy CDs because of the awesome CD designs, you might end up getting this just for the packaging!

 

・Pat McGrath　MATTETRANCE LIPSTICK

Elson 2  (The Perfect Red) ¥4752

Omi （Mid-tone Rose）　￥4752

（The packaging and the lipstick are just so beautiful!）

You can purchase these online.

I don’t think there’s many people who use these lipsticks!

If you have them, you can boast about your fashion to others! ☺︎

That’s all!

 

…and that wraps up my personal lipstick report!

I didn’t even realise that I wrote an entire report…

I want to continue with a second and even third series!

I aim to write these reports in a style that creates a close connection with my readers.

If you want to ask questions or need advice, I’m making an advice corner where you can reach me personally!

Let’s be friends!

 

 

 

Writer / Model  Yuri Suganuma

Photographer    Haruka Yamamoto

Make & Hair      Yusuke Hashimoto

The days are still cold as February draws to a close, but I want to get out of this rut of wearing winter clothes every day! If you feel the same as I do, why not pick out a new pair of glasses in preparation for spring and discover a new you?

 

clear frames and their natural appearance

I want to feel refreshed so I head to a record store to search for a new record. I might try out a genre I don’t normally listen to.

I’ve gone for a casual look today with a sweater, jeans and sneakers. I add a scarf for style so I don’t look too rough.

For those who like unique things but aren’t confident with challenging themselves to something new, then I recommend getting glasses with clear frames. At a glance they look difficult to co-ordinate with, but they’re in fact a fantastic choice that go with anything. It’s good to try out things you normally wouldn’t go for to make you feel refreshed.

Model’s Glasses: Zoff – ¥7,000 (Before Tax)

Left: Zoff – ¥7,000 (Before Tax) / Right: Zoff – ¥7,000 (Before Tax)

 

 

rough brought to life with glasses

On my days off I usually hole up at home but today I went to chill at a local cafe.

I go for a rough look with a hoodie, checkered pants and sneakers. The colours are my silhouette are rough but this is balanced by my brow-framed glasses.

This type of frame of course goes well with tight, well-balanced looks, but why not try something different by combining with a rough outfit?

Model’s Glasses: JINS – ¥12,000 (Before Tax)

Left: OWNDAYS – ¥10,980 (Before Tax) / Right: Zoff – ¥9,000 (Before Tax)

 

 

playing around with unique glasses

Wearing a jacket set-up like this makes you feel sophisticated. Grab a coffee during your work break, straighten your back and get through the last day of the week.

While an outfit like this will make you feel proper, paying attention to the size and material while taking into account the overall balance will have you looking even more dapper.

Since the outfit is so neat and trimmed you’ve gotta go with a quirky pair of glasses. This gives a playfulness.

Model’s Glasses: OWNDAYS – ¥9,980 (Before Tax)

Left: Zoff – ¥9,000 (Before Tax) / Right: JINS – ¥12,000 (Before Tax)

 

 

my new standard

Everyone has their ‘go-to’ outfits. By adding just some little changes to your go-to you can experience a whole new you.

My long-sleeved trench coat coupled with the loose pants makes for a tight balance. Combining this with glasses that have a defined colour and shape brings the whole mood of the look together.

When I look in the mirror, I see an unfamiliar me. A new me.

Model’s Glasses: JINS – ¥12,000 (Before Tax)

Left: Zoff – ¥9,000 (Before Tax) / Right: JINS – ¥5,000 (Before Tax)

 

Find the glasses that you look the look of and discover a you that you never knew existed too.

 

Source: https://asbs.jp/archives/37286

#OOTD is fashion-lover Rikako “Ricopin” Ōya’s featured series on MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON where she exhibits the latest fashion from Japan. This will be the final entry to the long-standing and popular series which has taken place over a year already!

 

Ricopin’s crowning glory theme is a favourite colour (or colours) of hers: rainbow. In the final outfit of the article in which she makes up a look with her favourite items on the month she incorporates red as the main colour, her absolute favourite colour.

 

90’s mix littered with juicy colours

Ricopin stylishly layers yellow, orange and blue in this look which elicits a feeling of freshness and energy. Compact sizing of each item brings the entire outfit together instead of it looking too loud. The half zip sweatshirt and coach jacket gives us that 90’s mood.

Aymmy in the batty girls: Boa Coach Jacket ¥24,000, Shaggy Neck Knitwear ¥13,000, Checkered Skirt ¥14,000 / Everything else is a personal item of the stylist

 

playing daring with colours and a men’s-like balance

Combining the street styles of an oversized denim jacket and striped pants gives fresh expression when the jacket is striped and the pants are a bright colour. The white accessories and details also help to bring the entire outfit together.

 

VOLCAN&APHRODITE Shibuya 109: Denim Jacket ¥25,000, Sunglasses ¥2,000 / Aymmy in the batty girls: Striped Knitwear ¥13,000, Striped Pants ¥17,000, Boa Waist Pouch ¥9,000 / T&P Shibuya 109: Sneakers ¥2,900 / Everything else is a personal item of the stylist

 

open a lead with accented colours in a sporty look

Ricopin went on a colourful adventure with the high neck cut and sewn, belt and hood which complement the black down jacket base. The purple pants are surprisingly not overly flashy so even if you add colours it never looks too much. Her shoes are thick-soled to give a nice balance in terms of volume.

 

VOLCAN&APHRODITE Shibuya 109: Down Jacket ¥9,800, Corduroy Pants ¥6,980, Belt ¥980 / Candy Stripper: High Neck Cut & Sewn ¥6,800 / T&P Shibuya 109: Sneakers ¥2,900 / Everything else is a personal item of the stylist

 

 

＜Ricopin’s Thoughts＞

“I’ve always liked colour coordination and colourful clothes. Even in my recent outfits I’ve just worn red. My hair is blonde so I wear red clothing I get told I look like [Japanese comedian] Kazlaser [laughs]. But in brightening up I’ve come to enjoy more standout colours than before. I also want to try out blue and green items this year! In winter I’m inclined to wear the same kind of outdoor wear and I tend to go with safe colours in my looks, but when I saw the clothes this time around I saw the light in how much you can play around with colours like this! Whether I’ll be popular in them is another thing entirely [laughs] but I love girls who wear colourful fashion. I feel wearing colours makes you feel more alive. The outfit I personally find to be the easiest to wear is the one with the black down jacket and yellow belt. Accessories add colour so you can change your impression easily, can’t you. My colour recommendation is without question red! Be sure to try colour coordinating yourselves this winter too♡”

 

Cooperating Stores

VOLCAN&APHRODITE Shibuya 109 (03-3477-5072) / Aymmy in the batty girls (03-3470-0140) / Candy Stripper (03-5770-2201) / T&P Shibuya 109 (03-3477-5175)

 

Check out Ricopin’s own personal outfit!

In this section, Style Leader Ricopin shows us what clothes she’s into right now. For her finale, she clads a winter colour look that is very her style. Her thing right now is an everyday style that combines casualness and cuteness.

 

Owning the sizing with red as the main player

＜Interview＞

“This time I used my favourite colour, red, as the main colour! The down jacket is from Little Sunny Bite. This size which is like it’s hugging you is cute and warm and surprisingly goes with anything you combine it with so I’m all about it this year. Generally you’d wear the jacket zipped up with jeans and sneakers but this time I wanted to open the jacket up so I tried balance the volume with white socks and ballet shoes. I see these shoes so much in fashion on the streets and think it’s cute♡ The sweater is striped and is my kind of colourful. I want to carry on challenging myself to more colourful fashion this winter!”

 

＜Staff Comment＞

Thank you to all of you who have read this series over the past year. Ricopin’s style has refined with every article and she has shown growth. Her possibilities are endless! The series is coming to an end, but we want to have Ricopin appear in another project sometime in the future. We’ll be sure to keep you updated, so we ask for your continued support until then.

Whether it’s adding a white shirt to denim or something else as simple, basic styles are my weapon of choice. And certain impacting accessories can sometimes perk up a lonely-looking co-ord. Common items are fine with the clothes you choose. So which accessories will give that change of vibe?

 

Wear piercings and earrings big

Mild colours evoke that girly essence

Larger accessories are the trend right now. I recommend those with an antique feel to them too. Piercings that sway make their colours stand out more and are perfect for that after-five date. Classic pearls are surefire so be sure to check some out.

Left: Earring ¥3,600 (YURI SUGANUMA×Liquem) / Bottom Left: Earring ¥2,300 (Liquem) / Top Middle: Piercing ¥1,600 (SMELLY) / Middle: Piercing ¥1,600 (SMELLY) / Lower Middle: Piercing ¥3,500 (Santa Monica Harajuku) / Right: Earring ¥3,000 (Liquem)

 

Flashy & edgy coloured scarves? Absolutely!

Vivid coloured scarves go well with an outfit. Popular choices are geometric, oriental and checkered designs. If you’re looking in the used clothing section you’re sure to find some unique options – and for a good price.

Top: ¥3,900 (Santa Monica Harajuku) / Bottom: ¥700 (Santa Monica Harajuku) / Left & Right: Stylist’s own belonging

 

If you’re not good at hairstyling, don’t worry!

Make them look twice with a barrette

Barrettes will add a little sweetness to your hair. One barrette can make a big difference in those busy mornings so you look gorgeous. Even if you have a simple one, gold leaves a deep impression, and things like primary colours and retro, girly items fit grown-up women perfectly.

Top Left: Barrette ¥2,900 (Santa Monica Harajuku / Rest: Stylist’s own belongings

 

Source：https://asbs.jp/archives/33712（Japanese）

#OOTD is a featured series here on MMN by fashion-lover Rikako “Ricopin” Ōya in which she showcases the latest fashion from Japan. This time she has picked out the perfect party style for this season and winter break where there are lots of events taking place. This dress-up style has that Ricopin taste to it, one that makes you stand tall while maintaining a uniqueness. Her final outfit in the list is made up of her favourite items of the month and is another dress-up style.

 

feeling like a lady with fur

Ricopin creates a special ladies style simply by wrapping a a long-furred coat around a fitted one piece. Points of note are the belt tied up high and heels which give variation to the overall look.

MARTE: Fur Coat ¥21000, Used One Piece ¥8,800, Pumps ¥9,000, Bag ¥8,300
Aymmy in the batty girls: Beret ¥9,000 / Everything else is a personal item of the stylist

 

a touch of playfulness using individual motifs

The balance between the classic party style look of a dress and fur coat which has a cat design on the dress and Furby design on the back of the coat creates even more of a playfulness. An air of sophistication is also made with the long fur coat and bag.

Aymmy in the batty girls: Fur Coat ¥35,000, Pochette (Specimen) / Candy Stripper: One Piece ¥22,800
MARTE: Barrette ¥5,800 / T&P Shibuya 109: Long Fur Coat ¥1,900 /  Everything else is a personal item of the stylist

 

a girly co-ord that brings out pop-ness using colour variations

This outfit co-ord is fashionable without feeling overdressed and is perfect for getting together with the girls, going out to the theme park and so on. Points to highlight are the down jacket and the boa skirt. The yellow tights give an accent to the look♡

Aymmy in the batty girls: Down Jacket ¥24,000, Boa Skirt ¥17,000
MARTE: Used Turtle Knit ¥5,300 / T&P Shibuya 109: Shoes ¥2,900 / Everything else is a personal item of the stylist

 

<Ricopin’s Thoughts>

“I actually haven’t been to many parties in my private time, so it felt really fresh dressing up like this and doing this shoot! The location was a hotel which was just too wonderful that I thought ‘This needs to be on Instagram!’ (laughs) I played with motifs and colours this time, but it was something different from what you’d wear on a regular date. It was party fashion, something to enjoy going all out and dressing up for getting together with stylist girls, so it was great. The mint fur coat feels grown up, and the cat one piece co-ord brings out a style that separates you from others. The down jacket is perfect for outdoor events. I wore colours and items that require courage too, things that would be born precisely because it’s a party, so I definitely want people to try challenging themselves! This is the New Year season and winter vacation with lots of events, so be sure to enjoy wearing something different from what you’re used to♡”

 

Cooperating Stores

Aymmy in the batty girls (03-3470-0140) / Candy Stripper (03-5770-2201) / MARTE (03-3797-3123) T&P Shibuya 109 (03-3477-5175)

 

 

Check out Ricopin’s own personal outfit!

In this section, Style Leader Ricopin shows us what clothes she’s into right now. This time she has created a special winter style that is girly but spicy.

 

feeling yourself combining rock and girly styles

“I like the leather skirt so much that I wanted to buy it the moment I saw it. It’s from NADIA in Harajuku. It’s leather but has ribbons and mini flairs. It has a sweet and spicy vibe that’s irresistible♡ I tried making a co-ord that you can head out with as is by combining the red frill skirt and leopard fur coat. It’s winter so I want to look girly from time to time, but there’s a rock [gal] in me I can’t shake off easily that’s left in (laughs). I dressed up in heels, but it will be cute in sneakers too, so I recommend this look!”

These co-ords are for the everyday working girl who can also dress up nice and easily into a post-work, after-five outfit. Complete a look from your casual office-wear by adding some small accessories and head out to enjoy your date or girls get-together.

 

ONTIME

A mannish look with a clean white one piece and pants

A clean casual office outfit is life.

Opening the front button of the white one piece creates style like a long shirt.

When combined with coloured pants, everything comes together, and you look handsome.

 

 

1. Hair back, manful

Looking natural from all angles

 

2. Pin heels, a girl’s icon

3. A leather bag brings to bring it all together

 

Always have yourself braced during ON TIME. Back straight, face dignified. Roll up the sleeves of your one piece just a little. Have your hair simple through and through with just one knot so it maintains the freshness of your white one piece look.

 

OFFTIME

Readying the concealed accessories in your bag for one’s best outfit

Preparing those after-five accessories,

those that don’t make even your work bag bulky.

Clock out of work and head to the powder room!

 

Transform entirely with these 3 stylish accessories while still in your ON TIME clothes

 

1: Hypnotize with swaying hooped earrings

2：Add class with a checkered scarf

 

Scarves are an upcoming fashion accessory gaining more and more attention. The milk tea-coloured checkered design is elegant and refined and reflects well with the ON TIME one piece. Choosing larger earrings naturally makes your face look smaller too.

Earring ¥4,500 (LATIA) / Scarf (stylist’s own belonging)

 

Other Styling: Tying a scarf around one knot is good!

Scarves have many different uses. Highlight your face by tying one in your hair and around a single hair knot. Show just a little of the design, like a floral pattern, and make a point to combine with a simple outfit for perfect results.
Scarf ¥3,200 (Santa Monica Harajuku)

 

3：A barrette perfect for the bustling streets

A large barrette is after-five’s best friend. Using a marble type plastic barrette will make your hairstyle look mature. If you braid your hair almost to the end and add the barrette and decorative pins your hair will look on-point and stylish all the way around.

Barrette (stylist’s own belonging)

 

Source：https://asbs.jp/archives/33685

#OOTD is a featured series here on MMN by fashion-lover Rikako “Ricopin” Ōya in which she showcases the latest fashion from Japan. The theme of her 10th entry is ‘Trad Style’ fused with school uniform elements. While these outfits are classy they are also nostalgic, calling back to older fashion, and are coordinated with that Ricopin taste. The final outfit in which she serves an outfit made up of her favourite items of the month has a slight air of retro-ness to it.

 

a bad trad serving a fresh style

Everyone has that one bad guy in class. He is Ricopin’s inspiration for this orthodox school look which she fashionably dons with a long T and baggy pants. The sleeve prints and typography on the belt give off an individualistically playful aura.

Chicago Jingumae: Used Vest ¥3,900 / Ammy in the batty girls: Long T-Shirt ¥6,500, Checkered Pants ¥21,000, Belt ¥2,500, Beret ¥8,000

*Everything else are the stylist’s personal items.

 

the magic of an honour student’s colour coordination that keeps on wowing

Ricopin takes the classic trad combo of tilden knitwear and a pleated skirt and spins her own twist on it by incorporating bright blue and leather. The yellow socks are a standout player in this overall chic getup.

Chicago Jingumae: Used Knitwear ¥1,000 / Laforet Harajuku: High Neck Sweater ¥2,800 (F&A), Oxford Shoes ¥6,400 (F&A), Pleated Leather Skirt ¥8,400 (F.i.n.t) 

*Everything else are the stylist’s personal items.

 

 

an old-fashioned student outfit with a jumper skirt and stadium jumper

Ricopin forges grace with the checkered jumper skirt and brown high neck knitwear and fur stadium jumper. Her classic retro style schoolgirl look is on point. The knee high socks and red pumps are also a perfect match.

Laforet Harajuku: Fur Blouse ¥12,800 (F.i.n.t), Checkered One Piece ¥7,600 (F.i.n.t), High Neck Knitwear ¥3,800 (F&A), Ribbon Barrette ¥1,500 (F&A), Pumps ¥6,800 (an another angelus)

*Everything else are the stylist’s personal items.

 

<Ricopin’s Thoughts>

“It felt really fresh wearing the trad style with a school uniform look in a cute way! My usual outfits are really rough and loose, but this kind of tight look is precious and makes you hold your head high. Especially the first outfit. I actually want to try wearing that kind of boyish, casual style myself! The usual thing to do is wear a shirt under the fest, but the long T gives it that bad boy look. Plus it went with my hairstyle so I liked it. Although the combination of the pleated skirt and knitwear in the second outfit are the school items the mature look is super cute♡ I also personally like casually adding different colours here and there. The final outfit is a classic girly look. It’s part of my image so it was easy to wear. Also, I’m really into brown right now. My nails are painted that colour so making the inner part of this look brown was a highlight of the outfit♪”

 

Cooperating Stores

Jingumae Chicago (03-5414-5107) / Aymmy in the batty girls (03-3470-0140) / F.i.n.t Laforet Harajuku (03-5843-0395)

 

Check out Ricopin’s own personal outfit!

In this section, Style Leader Ricopin shows us what clothes she’s into right now. This time around she’s created an outfit entirely out of clothes from her favourite brand – Aymmy in the batty girls! Her look is centred around her most beloved item: overalls.

my best co-ord, it was love at first sight

 

<Interview>

“I love this overall so much I’ve probably posted it so many times on Instagram (laughs). This was actually my first overall I bought. The shape is beautiful and the legs look long, and combining it with the knitted jumper from the same brand makes it the ultimate cute♡ If you’re not careful with overalls you end up looking childish, but having mature elements makes it wonderful, like the high waist design and ribbon on the back. It’s easy to get the balance right and it’ll go with any shoes, but when thinking about the knitwear and my own style I decided to go with platforms♡”

#OOTD is a featured series here on MMN by fashion-lover Rikako “Ricopin” Ōya in which she showcases the latest fashion from Japan. The theme of her 9th entry is ‘Outdoor Mix’ – a new style that combines outdoor clothing with something completely different to add new flavour to the outfit. At the end of the article, Ricopin also delivers her favourite items this month with a personal style of her own.

 

bringing the spice with a fluffy boa

Ricopin is donning a boa jumper―a classic material for outdoor wear―and the blue colour brings out that showiness even more. Combined with a leopard print skirt, this look brings a spicy street mix that’s in right now.

 

Candy Stripper: Boa Upper ¥14,800 / Chicago Jingumae: Used Skirt ¥2,900

*Everything else are the stylist’s personal items.

 

unnatural strip colour combination = mood

This warm and fluffy style has a real outdoor vibe brought out by the fur aviator hat and corduroy jumper skirt. This is layered with a striped multi-coloured knitted top to transform the outfit into a 90’s pop look.

 

Candy Stripper: Striped Knitwear ¥15,800 / Jingumae Chicago: Used Jumper Skirt ¥3,900 / F.i.n.t: Boa Hat ¥4,800

*Everything else are the stylist’s personal items.

 

authentic outerwear x one piece = an unexpected matching

Ricopin is enjoying unexpected match between an outdoor boa jacket and stylish one piece. The real surprise player in this look however is the waffle leggings. The trendy purple and mellowness of everything else works to bring the whole look together.

 

Candy Stripper: Boa Jacket ¥23,800 / Aymmy in the batty girls: One Piece ¥16,500 / Jingumae Chicago: Used Leggings ¥1,900¥

 

<Ricopin’s Thoughts>

“I wonder, is ‘outdoor’ often thought about as outdoor festival? It felt refreshing working on my personal style [below] because I did a lot of things I’ve never done before! And not just that – rather than changing the whole look I mixed different styles which is fun, isn’t it? It changes your image in a good way. For example, the first outfit with the boa parker. The balance is easy to replicate but the leopard print is very much now. I like it so much I want to add it to my own wardrobe. Wearing a hood is warm too. It’s a balance I want everyone else to try too♡. The third outfit with the stripes and jumper skirt felt like something new, and I’m glad I wore an aviator cap, they’re all the rage this year! The concept of combining a mini one piece and waffle leggings in the third style is super cute. This is the number one style I want to try the most now!”

 

Cooperating Stores

Jingumae Chicago (03-5414-5107) / Candy Stripper (03-5770-2201) / Aymmy in the batty girls (03-3470-0140) / F.i.n.t Laforet Harajuku (03-5843-0395)

 

Check out Ricopin’s own personal outfit!

In this section, Style Leader Ricopin shows us what clothes she’s into right now. This month she is serving a 90’s outfit styled around a one piece with chic, autumnal colours♡

 

today’s trendy girl fashion transforms mature elements into childish ones

 

<Ricopin Interview>

“This is a balance I wanted to try: a mini one piece with long boots! I’m all about that 90’s kogyaru balance right now, but it’s something I’ve never done before, so when I thought about what I should wear, I came across this X-girl one piece. The length matches with the boots’ perfectly, and the logo has a mature colour tone that is cute. The waist squeezes, and it also has pockets. I’m a fanatic for it even just wearing it on its own. It’s too wonderful a thing! (laughs) I’m doing autumn this time , so I tried to make it autumn-y and chic by combining with a black hat.”

 

 

Writer Stylist: Manami Ishii

Photographer: Asami Nobuoka

Translator: Joshua Kitosi-Isanga

Fashion brand jóuetie have styled 20 models for their famous 20 It GIRLS in COLOR HOOD DOWN photo collection, featuring “it girls” Ai Takahashi, Dream Ami, Nicole Fujita.

 

Having sold 8,000 last year, jóuetie’s “COLOR HOOD DOWN” just kept selling, and this year, it’s even having a complete upgrade! The big silhouette, large hood-style is still continuing. Now with the addition of sleeves, it’s getting hotter!

On each day of the “20 It GIRLS in COLOR HOOD DOWN” season, an image of a model in a colourful, hood-down outfit will be posted on jóuetie’s official Instagram website. A specific street spot that compliments the girls’ chosen colours and style is carefully chosen for the photo. With street-style as the base of the photos, jóuetie offers a range of styles for fans to enjoy from rock to trendy to girly.

 

This year, two trendy colours: green and purple, have been added to the collection, making a total of five colours! The most popular item is the 70% down, 30% phaser jacket, which is warm and light. This item is so popular that it’s been pre-ordered more than 5,000 times!

 

Enjoy a new level of fashion brought to you by your favourite models!