Posts Tagged ‘fashion’
My Geta
At the bottom of my kimonobox I have many beautiful geta. They don’t get enough use these days, but in sorting through them I realised how inspirational the Japanese geta were for modern fashion in general. These must be the ultimate platform shoes! Originally of [Read More]
Hairdo’s, Anime Makeover and Mags
There has been a lot of talk about Cosplay conventions and stores opening that sell trendy J-Pop merchandise. There has even been suggestions that we need a J-Pop Day! What style! So the next step perhaps is to do a makeover – anime style. This magazine looks like a [Read More]
Fashion Legend
In 2005, Australia honoured Akira Isogawa as a fashion legend with the release of his portrait on a stamp. Akira who moved from Kyoto to Sydney in 1986 has become one of Australia’s most celebrated designers. For me, what is so exciting about his work is the [Read More]
Shirley Temple in Japan
This photo from a department store in Tokyo showcases an expensive but quality brand name in clothing for children in Japan – Shirley Temple. And you can buy the accessories as well. The actress Shirley Temple has been popular in Japan for a long time. In the [Read More]
Trends that havent changed
Yes such a formal attire for one so little. Everyday kindergarten uniform in Japan expects the double buttoned waist coat and boater hat. Hankerchief in one pocket and packet of tissues in the other. I waived him off on the bus for his day at kindy. Sort of like a mini [Read More]
