Un wardrobe made of few basic and minimal pieces, to be combined with each other on every occasion. Who doesn’t dream of a wardrobe like this? This is the inspiration for the latest, unmissable one capsule collection Of Uniqlo: the retailer low cost signs a co-lab with the designer Clare Waight Kellerex Chloecoming online and in stores on September 15, 2023. And we’re already on the hunt for the must-haves to elevate your autumn wardrobe.
Low cost, low profile, but with a high level of desirability. 36 pieces with affordable, studied prices for lovers of chic and effortless outfits.
Uniqlo : C, the new LifeWear collection
A new vision of LifeWear of Uniqlo, the one enclosed in Uniqlo : C. The capital letter stands not only for Clare, the name of the designer who signs it and needs no introduction, but also for Curiosity, Conversation, City, Clarity, Connection and Creativity. The characteristics underlying the new collaboration to be discovered, which combines advanced techniques and sophisticated models, studied in a clever mix of comfort, functionality and glamour.
Each piece, practical and versatile, mimics tailor-made. And it appears much more expensive than the price written on the price tag: a linear and trendy aesthetic, the result of the great experience of Clare Waight Keller, a designer of British origin who has worked at many of the most important fashion houses in the world and has been creative director of some of the best-known luxury brands. The latest, in chronological order, the French Maison: and there is no doubt that many of the must-haves of the capsule collection Uniqlo by Clare Waight Keller are inspired precisely by Chloé’s timeless collections.
The unmissable pieces
The garments and accessories in neutral shades to be incorporated into the 2023 autumn look? We go to them soft knit dresses at the pleated skirt in silk chiffon, plain or printed, to match the turtleneck sweater with an oversized fit. The jackets they focus everything on the models of the moment, from the English style quilt, short or long, up to the classic trench and to shacket checked flannel, perfect with jeans. THE trousers hey corduroy blazer they are ideal to wear in a suit version or deconstructed, for a touch seventieson the cashmere vest or the boyfriend sweater with zip.
Quilted jacket, Uniqlo: C. €89.90
And then there’s her, the now cult crescent-moon bagrevisited by the designer in eco leather it’s available in 3 shades: black, dark orange and light beige. To complete the cold season outfit, caps in wool, scarves, moccasins And riding boots. THE prices? Let’s go, come on 12.90 of the silk and cotton scarf up to 129.90 euro of the coat with belt.
The return of Clare Waight Keller
«I am honored to have been asked to create a new label for Uniqlo. I have long appreciated his LifeWear design philosophy of technical innovation and functional authenticity. I have always admired the Japanese aesthetic of subtlety, simplicity and perfection of detail, so being able to work with the Uniqlo team to create a new sensibility for my womenswear collection on a global scale is a truly exciting opportunity.” said Clare Waight Keller.
And the brand already seems to be thinking about the next collaboration: «We hope to continue working with Clare for a long time to come, creating collections full of energy and sensitivity that delight those who wear them» said Yukihiro Katsuta, senior CEO of the Fast Retailing group of which Uniqlo it’s part. While the fashion system hopes for the designer’s return to the helm of Chloé: the designer had left the fashion house before ending up in the ranks of Givenchy in 2017, only to be replaced shortly after by Matthew Williams – and now that Gabriela Hearst has left the reins, there are rumors of her possible come-back.
An image from the Uniqlo campaign : C (Photo: Uniqlo).
What is certain, for now, is that the designer has created a line of contemporary elegance within everyone’s reach: all you have to do is choose your favorite pieces. And start thinking seriously about your autumn wardrobe, with an eye on the wallet.
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