2024.08.09 update

[Series] A peek inside the personal belongings of Isetan employees! Must-have items for the peak of summer 2024 - Part 2 - "#IsetanMens' Favorite Items"


In the series " #IsetanMensFavorites, " Isetan Mens staff, who have a keen eye for trends and a sharp aesthetic sense, introduce their favorite personal items and desired items. This time, Isetan Shinjuku Men's Attendant Yuzuru Nakamichi picks out "must-have items for the height of summer"!
Yuzuru Nakamichi, Men's Attendant at Isetan Shinjuku Store
Yuzuru Nakamichi

Since joining Mitsukoshi Isetan Co., Ltd. in 2012, I have worked in luxury, menswear, business, and bespoke departments, and assumed my current position in 2023. I always consider what the best proposal is for each customer and provide guidance accordingly.

Instagram: @isetanmens_attendant
---What are your preferences regarding the things you wear in your daily life and fashion?
I choose items that I can wear with care and attention to detail. Of course, I like trendy fashion, but I often wear comfortable clothes made with care by artisans, handmade items, or things that have a warm feeling to them. (Nakamichi)

So, what are Yuzuru Nakamichi's favorite items? In the middle of summer, let's take a look at his favorite items!

  1. 1. A dress shirt by LUIGI BORRELLI that I've been wearing for nearly 10 years.
  2. 2. Eyevan eyeglasses with photochromic lenses – a great combination for the season when UV rays are a concern.
  3. 3. The TIKASHI ring has now become a part of me.

1. A dress shirt by LUIGI BORRELLI that I've been wearing for nearly 10 years.

Luigi Borrelli Twill Plain Semi-Wide Collar Shirt (LUCIANO/PS30051) ¥45,100 □Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 5th Floor, Shirts, Ties, Seasonal Accessories

Luigi Borrelli
Twill plain semi-wide collar shirt (LUCIANO/PS30051) ¥45,100
□Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building, 5th Floor, Shirts & Tie & Sweaters Seasonal Accessories
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My first encounter with the brand dates back about 10 years. It was shortly after I joined the company, when I was introduced to it as a leading Italian shirt brand.
It has many distinctive features, such as the fine stitching width, the soft feel of hand-stitching, and the beautifully folded collar, but the main reason I love it is simply because it's comfortable to wear and looks great.
With the intense heat of the past few years, it's finally gotten too hot to wear cotton twill, so I'm secretly planning to switch to linen next, as it's more breathable and has a refreshing feel!
This is a shirt brand I love so much that I want to buy more in different materials.

2. Eyevan eyeglasses with photochromic lenses – a great combination for the season when UV rays are a concern.


EYEVAN
E-0505 44,000 yen (frame only)
□Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building, 8th Floor, ISETAN Men's Residence
*The image is of the person's personal belongings.


When I recommended eyeglasses to a customer, I ended up buying these Eyevan glasses myself because I liked them so much.
The reason is that I have sensitive eyes to UV rays and dust, so sunglasses and glasses were essential items when I went out. I would put on or take off my glasses depending on the situation, but I often lost them and had trouble carrying them around.
These Eyevan glasses not only look great and fit comfortably when worn, but I've also replaced the lenses with photochromic lenses that change color depending on the light, making them very convenient and useful for everyday wear.

3. The TIKASHI ring has now become a part of me.

TIKASHI Ring ¥34,100 □Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 1F, Jewelry *Image is of the model's personal item
Ring: 34,100 yen
□Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building, 1st Floor, Jewelry
*The image is of the person's personal belongings.


I came across TIKASHI 's rings when I was suggesting bracelets to a customer. I had been looking for a signature ring to wear on my little finger for many years, but I hadn't been able to decide on one until now because I lacked the right design or size.
At that moment, designer Jin Yakushijin passionately lectured me about his vision, and I couldn't help but blurt out my honest opinion, "This ring is really cool," so there was no way I wasn't going to buy it!
I fell in love with its sophisticated design and the beauty created by handcrafting, and I bought it. I've never grown tired of it; now it feels like a part of me. Looking back, I'm glad I bought it on impulse.

Read the "Part 1" here
Must-Have Items for Summer 2024 - Part 1 - (Men's Accessories 2 Buyer: Shuhei Sugita)

Photograph: Tatsuya Ozawa

*All prices include tax.
*All personal items are for reference only.
*The information in this article is current as of the time of publication. Product information may be revised or changed without notice.

For inquiries, please contact Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building on any floor. Tel: 03-3352-1111 (Main number)