Where to Shop: Slice of Life
Finding cute workwear can be one of the most daunting tasks of all. You have to make sure that it not only reflects your personal style—and fits correctly!—but is appropriate for the office as well. And the same can be said for schoolwear. But no worries, The COMM has been on the case and we’ve found four Tokyo retailers who are making it a breeze to find clothes that are fashionable and appropriate.
CONOMi Harajuku
CONOMi is an internationally-renowned uniform shop that attracts Tokyo residents and tourists from all over the world with their adorable, well-made uniforms that are perfect for both school and streetwear. Located in Harajuku, the hub of all things kawaii, CONOMi is a great place to find work or school clothes that show off your personal style and add a touch of kawaii to your life! Pick up a cream vest, a ruby necktie, or a navy tartan skirt to complete your uniform fantasy.
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Image courtesy of YEVS Supply Tokyo.
YEVS Supply Tokyo
With multiple retailers around Tokyo, YEVS Supply is an easy place to find workwear that can be easily dressed-down for a more sophisticated street look. This brand offers workwear with a casual vibe making it more exciting than your stock, two-piece suit. YEVS Supply features more conservative silhouettes like maxi skirts and long-sleeve tops—but with fun patterns like plaid and gingham—so shopping here means you’re sure to be office-ready!
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ViS
ViS is an incredibly popular brand in Tokyo, stocked with tons of different retailers—and it’s easy to see why. They provide an array of different styles ranging from suitable work attire such as blouses in fun colours to cool graphic tees that are perfect for your weekend shopping trip to Shibuya. Their garments are well-tailored and elegant—so anything here is pretty much a safe bet for the office! The bright colours and trendy prints ensure that you’ll stand out in next week’s meeting for all the right reasons.
Image courtesy of Kozo Takayama.
JEANASIS
JEANASIS may be best known for their cool jeans and laid-back streetwear, but have no fear—they have a wealth of office-worthy pieces that still let you capture their signature casual-cool vibe without making you look like you forgot that today was a work-day! Their tops, skirts, and trousers all seamlessly transfer from the office to casual weekend-wear when paired with the right accessories. Have a scroll through their Instagram and start planning your new wardrobe!
Written by Katie.