This third blog post is about the final adjustments we made after seeing, touching, and tying everything on-site. The day is approaching when you can pick up a pair of jeans in stores, a product that brings out the unique characteristics of the fabric while paying attention to every detail. I hope you'll read it to the end.

Checking the answers in front of the mirror. The current form revealed through sample checking.

Once the tie samples, which were developed through extensive discussions during my business trip to Italy, arrive, I make further adjustments.


First, I tied the knot repeatedly in front of a mirror to check the overall impression. The visual balance can't be captured in photos alone, so I actually tied it to check how the knot looked, the texture of the fabric, the balance between the width of the blade and the lapel, and how the length fit. I used the standard total length (approximately 146cm) as a baseline and checked by actual measurement whether the tip of the blade came near the belt when tied. I organized the issues I identified at this stage and made final adjustments with the second sample!

Finalize everything with the second sample. Three final adjustment points.

Here, prioritizing appearance and how it fits when worn, we meticulously refined every detail, focusing on three points: the knot, the lining of the tip, and the width of the wide end.

■ Knot size

In today's world, a tie that suits the times has a natural size, with a knot that is not too large but rather small. Therefore, we adjusted the thickness and tightness of the interlining to create a shape that settles elegantly the moment it is tied. When the knot settles properly, the impression around the face becomes instantly sharper.

■Lining of the sword tip - making the most of the sheer quality of the fresco fabric

Incidentally, even within the category of fresco, the appearance changes completely depending on the weave. This time, I wanted to create a more refreshing feel, so I chose a larger weave. After comparing lined and unlined versions and imagining the wardrobes of customers at Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building I ultimately decided on the unlined version. The sheer and refreshing feel comes through, resulting in a look that blends well with the V-zone of spring and summer.

■A perfect balance with a wide blade of 8.2cm.

I compared tie widths ranging from 8.0cm to 8.5cm. 8.0cm felt slightly narrow, while 8.5cm felt slightly heavy. After trying them on and checking the balance with the lapel width, I decided on an intermediate value of 8.2cm. Paying attention to these few millimeters naturally balances the entire V-zone.

Finally in stores! Bringing the refreshing feel of fresco weaving to "now".

After adjusting the second sample, we achieved the desired look, and the final specifications are complete. Now all that's left is to wait for the day it hits the stores!

This tie will seamlessly integrate into your wardrobe, adding a cool touch to your spring and summer V-zone. It will be available in stores from Wednesday, January 14th, so please come and experience its lightness and sheer quality for yourself. We're sure you'll find it perfect.