KiraKira Magazine Fall 2022

K I R A K I R A

FASHION TRENDS

TOP LEFT: photographed by Miguel N TOP CENTER: photographed by Miguel N TOP RIGHT: photographed by Katie Dicken, model Sakura Dean MIDDLE LEFT: photographed by Katie Dicken MIDDLE CENTER: photographed by Katie Dicken, model Abby Dicken MIDDLE RIGHT: photographed by Katie Dicken, model Abby Dicken BOTTOM LEFT: photographed by Maoko Hoshi

Whoever said money can't buy happiness, simply didn't know where to go shopping

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

For our first ever issue of our KiraKira Magazine, we were unsure of what our main focus of our magazine would be We contemplated on interviewing people on the street about their fashion, interviewing thrift store owners, making an article about popular stores, and the list goes on. Ultimately, we decided to focus on covering the basics of thrifting in Tokyo and recent fashion trends

Each of our "Trend" articles focus on a different trend in fashion: why these trends have become popular and how. We also have an additional article of the TikTok fashion trends. These articles were written based off our writers experience with trends as well as with data and research of recent trends in fashion.

Our main article, or the cover story of our magazine however is the "Guide to Thrifting" This article covers 4 of the best thrifting spots in Tokyo. We came up with this topic as our main focus to our magazine as we all enjoy thrifting in our pastime, and we also wanted to let people know where are the good places to thrift at, for both new time thrifters as well as those who came from abroad

This is all of our team's first ever magazine publication, and we hope that it meets your satisfaction. As lovers of fashion, we hope to share and educate our readers on the fashion trends and the fashion in Tokyo

Dicken Editor in Chief

Katie

WrittenbyKatieDicken

TIKTOK AND HO IT EFFECTS TREN

Tiktok has become a huge part of Gen-Z's lives since the pandemic, having an effect on what is trending for teens and young adults in fashion and beauty. Every season there are new trends that go around, based off the era that is being admired by the teens of today. Here are some of the most popular trends going around right now.

Baby Tees

Baby tees are another trend that has made a revival; cropped, tight, and often finished with a cutesy slogan. Baby tees are in the wardrobes of every It-girl, celebrities and models alike. Pair it with your favorite mini skirt or low rise jeans and you'll be dressing in the trends.

Chunky Headphones

The "it" accessory of 2021, wireless earphones have now been replaced with chunky over the head headphones. A must have fashion accessory that finished off the look of many of the 'chic' Gen-Z's of today.

Mini Skirts

Mini skirts have always been in, but now they're a staple for GenZ. Whether pleated, plaid, black, or micro mini you can pair it with your favorite baby tee or blazer, casual or classy.

GUIDE TO THRIFT

New and experienced shoppers who have never gone thrift shopping in Japan, have no fear because your guide is here!

If you are looking for something vintage, retro, or western street; your first stop is Shimo kitazawa. Accessible via the Keio Inokashira line or the Odakyu line, It's worth the trip to explore the many shops that make it reputable.

If you are specifically looking for Harajuku fashion then the location to shop is in the name You can get to Harajuku with JR Yamonote, Ginza, Hanzomon, or Chiyoda lines. Harajuku is a legendary stomping ground of fashion with so much to discover. When looking for something fashionable, especially Harajuku fashion, the place of origin is the best place to go.

A sleeping giant that many new to Tokyo are unaware for thrift shopping is the city of Kichijoji. Use the Keio Inokashira or JR Chuo line to get to Kichijoji next time to take advantage of the low prices and experience something unique to Kichijoji.

Last but not least the place you don't want to sleep on for American aesthetic; You have to go to Koenji for its conveniently low prices and great quality clothing.

Whichever you choose to visit, your style will be on point.

T H E G U I D E O F

SHIMO KITAZAWA THRIFTING

& Photographs by Miguel N

Shimokitazawa is a fashionable city with a lot of secondhand clothing shops that attracts locals and tourist with fashion shopping needs.

It is known for having so many styles at a reduced price ranging from Vintage, Retro, Western Street and other fashion styles. Well known chain secondhand clothing shop such as A’gen, Dylan, Grizzly, Rainbow, Haikara, Flamingo, and マダ ムサンク can also be found here. While each store has its own standards of clothing they accept and sale, there is no doubt that regular shoppers of these names can find something unique to Shimokitazawa.

Although, these chain stores can be found in other areas of Tokyo second hand clothing shops like Rose, Auld Lang Sun, Focus（フｵ カス）can only be found in Shimokitazawa and are worth the trip. Fashionable big name brands are also available to choose from Piccin, MSSD, Dr Martens, Soffitto, and many others.

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HARAJUKU THRIFTING

by Miguel N

While it is no surprise to find a large selection of diverse clothing shops in the world famous fashion city of Harajuku; there are certain styles that can only be found here like Lolita, Sweet, Kawaii, Decora, Gyaru, and much more. These styles unique to Harajuku are the reason why the fashion industry continues to expand in Harajuku and other parts of Japan.

The Harajuku fashion isn’t the only thing you can find shops of since there are also a lot of western street and vintage style secondhand shops. Some of these popular shops like Flamingo, A’gem, Stormy, and 2nd Street are chain stores in other areas of Tokyo but what can be found in Harajuku is unique to that area Stores like Candy Shopper, Audrey, Noemie, and ACDC Rag are Harajuku fashion original stores only found there.

When looking for something fashionable, especially Harajuku fashion, Harajuku is the best place to go

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KICHIJOJI THRIFTING

Article & Photographs

by Miguel N

A mix of vintage and new isn’t the only thing about Kichijoji that make it so unique but also the mix of fashion styles that can be found at a variety of stores there The diversity of stores ranges from secondhand clothing stores and modern big name brands

Some of the well known chain stores range from Zara, Gap, 2nd Street, Flamingo, and Bamboo As appealing as those stores are the true find in Kichijoji are the used clothing shops unique only to Kichijoji. Popular for the diversity of styles and cheap prices stores like Chara Shoten, Goofy’s, M. Fatale, and Hal bring in many customers from locals and all over who give Kichijoji the reputation as one of the best places to shop for fashionable clothes.

Such fashionable styles that can be found at these locations are American vintage, European vintage and designer brands at bargain prices

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KOENJI THRIFTING

Article & Photographs

by Katie Dicken

Only one station away from Nakano, there is a lthe quiet neighborhood of Koenji Historically known for its annual Awa Odori traditional dance festival, Koenji has become a hub for hip and retro style fashion.

The good thing about Koenji is most of their Furugiya shops are located close to the station from the South Exit. The main attraction to thrift shopping in Koenji is the Koenji Paru Shopping Street as well as the alleys in Koenjiminami A few of the stores that can be found along Koenji Paru are World Trading Co, Ltd, Little Trip to Heaven, and the largest vintage store in Koenji:Tatouage by ZOOL PURPLE.

Americana aesthetic is one of the most common theme of stores found in Koenji, one of the most popular of these being SLUT. Expect to see alot of American university t shirts, graphic tees, camoflouge, and flannels while exploring Koenji.

I don't do fashion, I am fashion.

Coco Chanel

Article & Photographs

By Maoko Hoshi

Trend: Flare Pants

One of the characteristics of flare pants is that it starts getting wider at the knees, and further widening as they approach the ankle.

Flares hit the big time in the 1960s but the trend is reviving in 2022 especially in Japan among younger generations.

Flares pants can create various types of fashion styles.

Tank tops and cropped cardigans can make a Y2K look or oversized shirts and hoodies can achieve street fashion style.

Flare pants allow you to stylize however you want.

step ahead!

Trends change as societal standards change: is that the same for the trend of the mermaid skirt?

Article & Photographs

By Maoko Hoshi

Trend: Mermaid Skirt

A mermaid skirt is a long skirt that is tight -fitting from the waist to below the knee and flaring out at the bottom. This type of skirt is a trend in Japan and most women especially those in their 20s are wearing mermaid skirts. The tendency of Japanese women choosing to wear mermaid skirts ties into the body image that they or the society has. Since most women try to make themselves look thin, they choose to wear skirts that make them

look skinnier or more stylish than their actual body shape.

A survey conducted by MERY, one of the popular online shops in Japan revealed that "70% of people are aware of the existence of body type analysis, and about 30% said they had actually been analyzed"

Fashion is a trend, style lives within a person.

Oscar de la Renta

So the online demand for people buying mermaid skirts is increasing,

Other than online stores, mermaid skirts can easily be purchased at a store like GU, a Japanese discount casual wear store.

Mermaid skirt attracts the younger generation because it is breathable, easy to walk in, and shapes your body.

Since it can be worn throughout the season, buyers can enjoy different designs and textures of mermaid skirts.

“Style is knowing who you are, what you want to say, and not giving a damn”

― Orson Welles