Mimi went for a walk on the beach in what she described as "her favorite combination of the summer." The key to her stylish look is her choice of slightly unconventional items: a glossy gold logo T-shirt and a striped skirt.
"When I was younger, I think I could pull off a simple white T-shirt and plain skirt, but now that I'm in my 60s, a little twist is important. Otherwise, it immediately looks like I'm not putting in any effort."
"The great thing about this T-shirt is that the glossy logo makes your face look good even without a necklace. With logos in strong colors like black, it can sometimes look too stark and stand out too much, but with a logo in a moderately harmonious color like this, I think even people of our generation can wear it easily."
Furthermore, accessories play a crucial role in a simple two-piece outfit. Adding a smart hat helps to tone down the casual feel of a T-shirt while also adding a stylish accent to a simple look.
And for the bottoms, she paired it with a multi-striped skirt. At first glance, the multi-colored pattern might seem difficult to coordinate, but...
"No, actually, it's a versatile item that goes well with many colors. For the top, not only the beige I've paired it with here, but also colors like blue, brown, and charcoal gray, picking up from the stripe colors, would look good. By the way, the part with the fringe and blue lines is the selvage of the fabric. It gives off the feeling of a garment that's been 'made with care,' and that alone makes me feel excited."
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The next "slightly stylish item" Mimi picked up was a black top with elegant lace sleeves. She paired it with wide-legged lightweight denim pants to create a chic outfit.
"If this top were white or had lace around the neckline, it would be too sweet, but with lace sleeves in black, it's easy to incorporate into everyday wear."
(Left) Even a black top, which can often look heavy, looks and feels light and cool thanks to the sheer lace.
(Right) The design allows you to unbutton the back to open up the neckline, making it easy to put on and take off, even though it's a pullover type.
"I want to wear denim no matter how old I get, but faded jeans are a bit too casual for our generation, so I'm hesitant to wear them. These dark-colored, lightweight wide-leg pants are perfect for a sophisticated casual look for adults."'
This one has an elastic waistband, which makes it comfortable and easy to adjust the size.
"This time I chose the full-length MT size, but I think wearing a slightly shorter M or MP size would also look great for a summery, streamlined look."
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"Summer is the season for adventure (laughs), so I really hope you'll try wearing brightly colored clothes. Wearing a bright color in a top takes courage, but I think it's easier with a skirt."
If you're concerned about the transparency of a light-colored cotton skirt, you can layer a petticoat or petticoat underneath.
"I usually wear a beige knee-length petticoat, but I think it would also be cute to create an outfit that shows off the layering. If you fold up the waist of your skirt to raise the hem and let the lace of the long petticoat you're wearing underneath peek out from the bottom, you can completely change the impression."
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Incidentally, this seemingly simple white T-shirt actually has a "twist" on the back. This image looks familiar... That's right, it's Swimmy swimming with his friends, saying, "I'll be the eye!" The red fish are printed, while only the black Swimmy is embroidered—so cute!
The embroidered Swimmy is also on the chest, which adds a nice accent and prevents the area around the face from looking plain. Rolling up the sleeves to change the silhouette is another idea to update a simple two-piece outfit.
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This popular shirt and culotte pants set is versatile and can even be worn as a dress. This summer, Mimi chose two types: navy and a small floral print. Why?
"Ta-da! I tried combining two sets in alternating ways! People often say that having sets expands your outfit options, but when you wear the top and bottom separately, it's hard to know what to wear them with, right? But if you have sets in matching colors and patterns, you don't have to think too much about how to combine them with other clothes, so coordinating outfits becomes easy."
Incidentally, if you look closely at this floral pattern, you'll see sunflowers! While sunflowers usually evoke an image of large, vibrant blossoms, this small floral pattern, reminiscent of a distant view of a sunflower field, seems easy to wear casually. The buttons in chic, nuanced colors also blend in perfectly.
"Because it's made of a supple rayon blend material, cinching the waist with a thin belt or tucking it into bottoms emphasizes the beautiful drape and enhances its elegance. This set is very useful when you want to dress up a little before going out."
The navy version is made of a moderately thick twill fabric with a subtle sheen that gives it an elegant feel. It also looks great worn open as a light jacket, showing off the white inner layer underneath.
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[Mimi's Fashion Class] Retrospective Interview
—I'm really looking forward to thinking about summer outfit combinations.
"In autumn and winter, when you layer clothes, the number of possible combinations is enormous, and you have to balance the whole look, so thinking about outfits is quite difficult. But in summer, you just decide on a main top or bottom, and then choose clothes that go with it, so it's easy. The combinations are simple, so it's also nice that it's easy to incorporate unique items."
—So, that's what you mean by "slightly stylish clothes," right?
"Yes, I think that wearing clothes like that not only eliminates the feeling that you've put too much effort into your outfit, but it also boosts your motivation when you go out in the heat. You create your own source of excitement, and then you get excited yourself. It's a good idea, isn't it?"
—The floral print outfit suited you well too.
"Thank you. However, when women in their 60s wear floral patterns, it tends to look like they're wearing clothes from the past, giving off a nostalgic vibe. So when I incorporate floral patterns, I make sure to choose clothes with modern silhouettes and chic colors."
Profile
Mimi
65 years old, 167cm tall. Lives with cats in an apartment in the suburbs of Kochi Prefecture. Started a YouTube channel in her 60s."Mimi's life"She runs a website where she shares ideas about daily life, including clothing, food, and shelter. She has also authored numerous books on fashion and styling, including her latest work, "Rethinking Fashion in Your 60s: Wear Clothes That Let You Enjoy the Present" (Shufu to Seikatsu Sha).
*Items without a credit listed are Mimi's personal belongings.
*Unless otherwise stated, the size Mimi is wearing is MT.
Plan:Lifestyle and Fashion Editorial Office
Photo: Hiroshi Kiyonaga
