This vest and pants set in a soft charcoal gray is easy to wear. And what did Mimi pair it with? A white blouse with a ruffled collar!
"As you reach your 60s, your skin starts to sag, and simple clothes can sometimes look a little dull or lackluster. The easiest way to solve this is to add some cute elements around your face! This blouse has a frilled collar that acts as an accessory, making your face look brighter."
(Left) While overly frilly ruffles can feel a bit embarrassing, pleats are not too sweet and blend well with everyday wear.
(Right) The three-dimensional effect of the double layer also has the effect of drawing attention away from wrinkles around the neck.
This charcoal gray suit is also designed for adults who are conscious of their figure. The thick cotton fabric and relaxed silhouette don't cling to the body, and the vertical effect created by combining the vest and pants makes you look slimmer, which is another great feature.
The vest has a keyhole neckline with a vertical slit, giving it a sleek look. You can also tone down the sweetness by letting just one of the collars of a double-layered blouse show.
"The vest has buttons on both sides, so it's easy to put on by simply slipping it over your head, which is reassuring even for someone in their 60s whose shoulder flexibility is starting to decline (laughs). The armholes are wide, so you can wear a knit or sweatshirt underneath, making it suitable for all seasons."
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トップス：Sunny Clouds feat. Mimi Frilled Collar Blouse¥ 5,390 (tax included)Click here for product details
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A blouse with a frilled collar can give even boyish clothes a more mature look without being too casual. Switch the vest from the previous outfit for a collarless denim jacket to create a sweet and edgy mixed style. This denim jacket is made of a light, shirt-like material, making it perfect for outings in early autumn.
(Left) Even without a denim jacket, this simple two-piece outfit looks very stylish. Tucking a blouse into bottoms can be difficult for women in their 60s, so the length and rounded hem make it perfect for wearing untucked.
(Right) The tuck at the back covers any noticeable curves in the back.
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- トップス：Sunny Clouds feat. Mimi Frilled Collar Blouse¥ 5,390 (tax included)Click here for product details
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Next, I'll show you how to style a vest and pants set. Instead of the white blouse from the previous outfit, I've paired it with a chic, autumnal-colored cotton-linen knit.
"With a matching set, you often end up with an outfit that's complete with just the two pieces, but with a vest, you can completely change the look depending on the top you wear underneath, so it's a great deal."
(Left) The sailor collar has a subtly girly back. The way the cuffs are curled up also appeals to a girl's heart.
(Right) These pleated trousers have a generous silhouette, but they taper towards the hem, so they don't look too baggy, and they look great even as a simple two-piece outfit without the vest.
It would also look lovely if you swapped the inner knit for a different color, magenta. The sailor collar is great because it opens up into a neat V-shape around the neck. The vest doesn't look plain thanks to the two large pockets.
Take off the vest, tuck in your knit top, and cinch it with a belt, and you'll instantly transform into a sharp, mature style.
"Actually, the zipper on these pants is fake. The waistband is fully elastic, so if you don't wear a belt, you can easily slip them off in one motion when you go to the toilet. It's also nice that you don't have to worry about forgetting to zip them up (laughs). They even have an adjustable drawstring, so they're really well-designed."
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A quintessential example of "cute for adults," this chic floral dress is a must-have for autumn. While it looks great worn simply as is, Mimi recommends...
"This is a style where you add it as a layering piece to a classic casual outfit of a white T-shirt and jeans. I think that statement pieces can be easily incorporated into outfits for women in their 60s if you mix them with sweet and edgy styles."
(Left) The floral pattern is placed here and there, so it's not too flashy and has an elegant feel.
(right)"These jeans are made from supple 100% cotton and have an elastic waistband at the back for a relaxed fit, making them easy to try. The waist can be adjusted with buttons on the side."
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トップス：T-shirts that feel comfortable against the skin¥ 3,190 (tax included)Click here for product details
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These pants, adorned with long-pile fringes all over, are a stylish choice that instantly lifts your spirits when you wear them.
"The frilly and fluffy texture gives me a strange sense of security because it seems to hide my body lines (laughs). Plain black pants can feel heavy, but these are surprisingly light. I think they would look stylish even when worn with a dress and only peeking out a little."
The pattern on the top looks like a bouquet of flowers, and the fact that it's made of enoki mushrooms is adorable. The black around the neckline matches the color of the pants and also has the effect of slimming the face.
- Items to wear
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"I often hear women my age say, 'Actually, I want to wear pink.' But it's hard to make pink the main focus of an outfit, isn't it? So, I recommend adding just a touch of pink to a chic color scheme. Letting a glimpse of pink pants peek out from under a dress is just right for our generation."
(Left) This dress, featuring an osmanthus flower pattern with orange accents in places, also boasts flowing pleats at the bust.
(Right) You can adjust the amount of pink that is visible by how much you open the front buttons.
"I thought the vest that came out earlier would go well with this dress, so I quickly tried it on. It adds more rhythm than just wearing the dress alone, and it hides my stomach area nicely! I want to try out various outfits incorporating vests this fall."
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[Mimi's Fashion Class] Retrospective Interview
— "Adult-cute" outfits really lift your spirits, don't they?
"For women in their 60s, I think it's important not only to look stylish, but also to enjoy yourself. That being said, the key to incorporating sweet elements effortlessly is to add just a touch of it, rather than making the whole look overly sweet."
—When did you first encounter the concept of "cute," Mimi?
"When I was younger, there were two trends: the cute, frilly style that made you look like a young lady, and the cool, career-woman style. I was the latter. But actually, I wanted to wear cute clothes! I think there are a lot of people who feel that way. So when I turned 40, I tried wearing cute clothes once, but they didn't suit me at all; I looked like I was trying too hard to look young or like a child... But then, when I turned 60, they suddenly started to suit me."
—That's an amazing discovery!
"Maybe it's because I've lost some of my own cute features, and I've found a balance (laughs). I'm looking forward to the day when I'm an 80-year-old grandma and I think I'll be able to wear even cuter clothes, like a pink sweater. Also, it's a big plus that I no longer care at all if someone thinks, 'That person's outfit is trying too hard to be cute.' Being able to wear whatever I want without worrying about what other people think is one of the good things about being in my 60s."
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Mimi
65 years old, 167cm tall. Lives with a cat 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
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