Going ahead with defining a capsule wardrobe, today we introduce: The Striped Tunic Sweater by Plantation1982.
Here, we are going to tell you more about the material and design. Which, at first, may look simple, but each detail is deeply curated. Perhaps noticing details is something people are not used to anymore, though we know that some individuals have a special eye.But for those who don’t, we hope you’ll rediscover the pleasure of being more attentive, and maybe, more curious.
Made in Japan, this sweater is 100% cotton – with a soft hand. It’s easy to match, and its cosy silhouette adds an elegant touch even to casual outfits.
Discover The Striped Tunic Sweater
The Striped Tunic Sweater Plantation
The ripple structure is swollen, like a tube – replacing the usual rib working. The boat neck is shallow in the vertical direction and wide in the horizontal. This design makes the neckline look beautiful.
In addition, the vertical texture of the fabric makes it difficult to pick up the lines of your body and underwear. As a result, this garment is very comfortable to wear.
The tunic sweater is perfect for the turn of the season. But no worries, when the weather gets colder, it is easy to layer over it with a cardigan. Or a tank top or t-shirt underneath. Since the material surface is uneven, it will look great with many outfits.
The length is 168 cm, so it comfortably covers the hip line.
Now the colour: off-white. The base is off-white as a gentle cream. The stripes are mocha brown, giving an overall light and soft impression.
This product is washed to give it a unique texture. And, most imp you can wash it by hand at home.
Educating ourselves to be aware of what we buy. Taking more time to evaluate, appreciating details – is a worthy exercise. The world is full of garbage, we don’t need more of it. Choose wisely!
This week we take the chance to introduce you to another cool piece: The Wide-Leg Pants. We picked them from Plantation. The attention they put on quality fabrics with a soft hand feel makes them unique. This trouser is another item that cannot be missed in your wardrobe. Aiming to put together a capsule wardrobe made of quality clothing, items made to last, we pick out only the pieces we really need.
Discover The Wide-Leg Pants
The Wide-Leg Pants Plantation
Indeed, there is a specific reason for every single garment we select. In this case, fit, comfort, and coolness are the top.
Same as‘The straight-leg pants’, it’s made of 100% Supima cotton – a soft fabric with an elegant luster like a silk blend. This classic stretch material got renewed: the brushed reverse side makes it comfortable for the Autumn / Winter season. With its soft stretch and warmth but not too thick hand, you can wear them starting in September when the weather is still warm.
The material is comfortable to wear for its soft texture and shape. The line does not widen too much even if it is wide-leg, and it gives a nice effect of falling.
Coin pockets like jeans add that casual design detail. As it has a glossy feel, it is a piece that plays well with various beautiful styling. From informal to elegant occasions, it will blend well with your garments.
The colour is a calm dark green, with low brightness but high saturation, and it is not too flashy, so it is easy to incorporate as an accent colour.
The composition is: 98% cotton – 2% polyurethane You can wash this item by hand.
As soon as we receive the pieces we have selected, we check the fit on different body shapes in order to be able to give you the best advice. Yes, it’s because we are obsessed with the perfect fit.
The Wide-leg Pants look good if you are thin, but they suit bigger sizes very well too.
Sunday morning, it was pouring hard when we reached our appointment with Marc Le Bihan – in Tortona district. Even though we made our selection the day before, we wanted to dig deeper into his profound couture universe. In a transitional era, where everything looks unstable and meaningless, his persistent artisanal contribution makes the difference.
Marc Le Bihan is a fashion designer, artist, and craftsman who creates clothes like a second skin. Indeed, his work goes beyond any classification. His conceptual creativity – manifested through impeccable tailoring, is the expression of a cultured and timeless approach to fashion that refuses trends and their transience. Completely disconnected from commercial fashion constraints, his couture is a rare example of consistency.
Marc Le Bihan: the interview
• What does it mean to be consistent? Keeping up with your vision when the rest of the world goes in a different direction? Marc Le Bihan: “The other direction is not my world. I do not understand it. To me, it’s a problem of society. I don’t understand the way of being, the lifestyle. That world is not me, and I can’t even think about it. Usually, I don’t watch TV. Yesterday I watched Italian TV, and I wondered, how is it possible? Women pretend to be free, showing exaggerated lips and boobs. But in that, I only see the reflection of a man’s vision. That is not freedom. It’s the fake image of a woman.”
• The state of fashion now. How do you see it? Marc Le Bihan: “The problem with fashion is that people only see the lights, the famous people. There is no sensibility to go further. Branded products are not luxury, not anymore. Luxury is rare, and it’s not for all. To me, it’s not about fashion but more about doing clothes my way. The two roads can cross each other but not as direction to follow.”
• What do you think about social media communication? Marc Le Bihan: “Famous people promote everything. They get paid to sell, it’s all about money. And not only for fashion. Maybe they promote a food they didn’t even taste. We live in the culture of image, not real life. People don’t live the moment, take pictures. And everything is ego-centered. People have lost the meaning of quality and quality of life. That is why I follow my path. And so, our communication is not to do any communication. Everything is too confused, there’s too much of it. We don’t have time for social media, we are busy making clothes. However, it’s not about posting a thousand things. Sometimes we post. Enough.”
Marc Le Bihan SS22
Fashion, culture & sustainability
• It’s a matter of culture and education? Marc Le Bihan: “Always. The first problem is education, for everything. The idea of accessing, through culture and education, to something higher – is dead. And I am concerned about young kids. Now they are totally immersed in this image game.”
• What do you think about sustainability? Marc Le Bihan: “Well, I did it 20 years ago! We were recycling and upcycling uniforms and parachutes. Now, I don’t want to be a part ofthat circle because everybody is doing it. It’s marketing. To me, it’s more about how we consume and live. Of course, I use sustainable materials, but I don’t advertise.To claim it means being part of the system. My idea is to keep a garment for ten years in the wardrobe, then take it out and still want to wear it because it’s timeless. Mine is a work in progress. If a shirt is good, it’s good forever.”
A final note about couture
“Couture is sustainable by definition. In fact, there is no overproduction, no minimum orders, and no sales. We produce only on orders, and everything is handmade. Moreover, we don’t find our balance in over profit. If everybody gets well paid, we all can live. Indeed, my staff has been working with me for 25 years. Always the same people, same suppliers. We understand each other. We work like this. Many pieces are made in casa, a la maison, in our atelier.”
He smiled saying those words. Stubbornly showing a path that is a return to the essential, pure artisanal creativity.
The Straight Leg Pants are an example of perfect fit. But when we talk about the perfect fit, some look at us as we are mad. Or as we are trying to fool them. Unfortunately, in the overproduction era, people believe clothes are all the same.
In fact,we are a little obsessedwith the perfect fit because this reveals an accurate design. Specifically, what stands at the base of a garment, giving it the proper structure. Nowadays it’s known that people are used to whatever is cheap. So the quality of materials, just like the fit, is not taken into account. People accept modern slavery just to buy fast fashion. Would they ever question quality?
However, we question what we see as we obsessively look for good design. Therefore, the search for the perfect fit for trousers has its specific meaning. While you can adjust here and there a top or a dress to make it look good, pants must have the perfect cut.
And so we laid our eyes upon the special one: The Straight-Leg Pants. By Plantation – a Japanese brand born sustainable in 1982.
Discover The Straight Leg Pants
The Straight Leg Pants Plantation
Made of 100% Supima cotton, it’s a soft fabric with an elegant luster like a silk blend. This classic stretch material got renewed: the brushed reverse side makes it comfortable for the Autumn / Winter season.
Also, with its soft stretch and warmth but not too thick hand, you can wear it immediately from September when the weather is still warm. And since the pockets on both sides are slit pockets, the waistline looks neat.
The colour? Black. Easy-to-use and easy to match with any item. Indeed, the styling possibilities for this wardrobe staple are countless. The slender silhouette goes well with dresses and tunics, too. Try the casual style with a rolled-up hem.
The composition is: 98% cotton – 2% polyurethane You can wash them by hand.
We tested this item on different body shapes and are delighted to tell you that the fit is absolutely fantastic! Yes, we don’t need too many pieces. We only need the right ones.
Unpacking new arrivals is always a happy moment. Indeed, we are taking this chance to introduce you toour Fall/Winter 21 pieces as soon as they come in.
As fashion news reports these days, fast fashion is booming, back to the pre-pandemic levels. Like nothing happened. Overproduction and overconsumption are still ruling. Why question it!
However, we moved in the opposite direction, our worldview is different, and we believe in a more conscious way to live and work. ‘Consume less’ is the imperative, a lifestyle approach from now on. With these words written on a post-it in front of us, we made our selection for the coming season. And for the following ones too. We only select clothing that makes a difference.
Discover our new arrivals: The Oversized Blouson
For the Fall/Winter season, we picked out a beautiful oversized blouson. It’s from ZUCCA – a Japanese brand known to a fashion-conscious audience for its unique cuts and design.
The Oversized Blouson
The material is sweatshirt – 100% cotton. Therefore you may expect a sporty garment. But, it is not. The hand of the fabric is shiny and stiff, providing a unique texture to the jacket. When we select a sweatshirt, it is never too casual. Surely, we do not renounce elegance.
Asymmetric side buttoned, it has a wide collar and a loose silhouette. The line is stylish and comfortable. All the stitching details along the inside are made with special care. So it will look neat even when worn unbuttoned.
The colour? Mustard yellow. This season we need some bright hues to boost a sense of joy. You can match it with soft tones for an understated outfit or with bright colours to stand out. The final result is up to you, your personality or your mood.
Last but not least, you can wash it by hand.
We are happy to help you with style advice or any discussion that may arise about fashion and lifestyle.
