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The V-zone of a gray suit is considered difficult to pull off, as using blue tones can make the look too cold. However, Mr. Kuchimoto's outfit—a light sax blue shirt paired with a navy patterned tie—fits his cheerful personality perfectly. The gray suit isn't a single pre-dyed solid color, but rather a melange-like, textured fabric, giving it a casual feel. Upon closer inspection, the lapel stitching is on the inside of the edge, adding a classic and elegant touch.



The suit is by Alfonso Sirica, a brand only available at a limited number of stores in Japan. At first glance, it looks like a hand-stitched Neapolitan suit, but this sartorial house maintains consistent quality by using state-of-the-art CAD for pattern cutting. Mr. Kuchimoto himself visited the atelier and spoke with them directly, indicating that it is a brand he is very fond of. The fabric feels stiff and rough to the touch, with a vintage look. Apparently, it is fabric from the Scottish company Kainock.

Kainock is known as a mill (wool mill) that stocks fabrics with a strong country feel, such as homemade tweed. It's no wonder, even with casual fabrics, tailoring them into a suit creates such a rich and sophisticated dress style. It's sure to become a cherished garment that becomes more comfortable with wear.

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