UNIQLO LifeWear was presented to the media through a fashion show last July 27,2017 at One Canvass Center.
Apparel that comes from the Japanese values of simplicity, quality and longevity. Designed to be of the time and for the time, LifeWear is made with such modern elegance that it becomes the building blocks of each individual’s style. A perfect shirt that is always being made more perfect. The simplest design hiding the most thoughtful and modern details. The best in fit and fabric made to be affordable and accessible to all. LifeWear is clothing that is constantly being innovated, bringing more warmth, more lightness, better design, and better comfort to people’s lives.
LifeWear is made up of thoughtfully created clothing designed to make everyday life better and more comfortable. Apparel that comes from the Japanese values of simplicity, quality, and longevity, LifeWear reflects the brand’s commitment to perfection in design, fabric selection, cut, even color.
The new season caters to diverse personalities and lifestyles, embodying the brand’s belief that individuality comes not from clothes but from the people wearing them.
LifeWear is constantly evolving to cater to the needs of an ever-changing world through technological innovations.
LifeWear aspires to make excellence affordable.
LifeWear exemplifies UNIQLO’s mission of enabling people all over the world to experience the joy of wearing great clothes with the release of its Fall/Winter 2017 collection.
JAPANESE TECHNOLOGY
UNIQLO LifeWear incorporates advanced technologies from Japan to produce clothing that is lighter and more functional for customers.
HEATTECH
HEATTECH is innerwear that features heat retaining properties to keep you warm and a soft texture to keep you comfortable all day. Designed with Toray Industries, Inc.—one of Japan’s top fibers and textiles manufacturers, the HEATTECH line comes in three styles: HEATTECH, HEATTECH Extra Warm, and HEATTECH Ultra Warm, each one offering different levels of warmth to keep people comfortable anywhere around the world.
ULTRA LIGHT DOWN
UNIQLO’s Ultra Light Down jackets bring new life to outerwear by combining warmth and lightness. The jackets are made of ultra-fine fiber, resulting in incredibly light and compact pieces that and can replace traditional sweaters worn under coats. It can easily be folded into a pouch, making it convenient to be carried around.
AIRism
AIRism is functional innerwear that keeps people incredibly dry and comfortable in any kind of weather. The result of a joint project with Toray and Asahi Kasei, a Japanese manufacturer of fibers and textiles, AIRism employs specially engineered fibers to breathe and wick away trapped moisture. The pieces in the collection accommodate specific requirements of men, women, children, and babies to ensure comfort for all.
ESSENTIALS MADE BETTER
Well-loved all over the world, UNIQLO’s essential pieces transcend cultural boundaries. At UNIQLO, we combine tradition with modern innovations when creating our clothing to ensure that our essential pieces meet contemporary needs.
JEANS
Evolving from its utilitarian workwear origins, denim has embedded itself into the cultural landscape, including the fields of music, art, and film. An important element of the LifeWear collection, UNIQLO established its JEANS INNOVATION CENTER in Los Angeles in 2016, where UNIQLO creates the best jeans for everyone, everywhere. The LA-inspired pieces on show look exceptional and are very comfortable to wear.
UNIQLO U
UNIQLO U represents the future of LifeWear, designed in our visionary Paris R&D Center by a small and focused team, led by artistic director Christophe Lemaire. The center draws on the proud fashion traditions of Paris, while incorporating new fabrics and cutting edge technology, in a relentless drive to revolutionize clothing basics.
COLLABORATIONS
UNIQLO continues to pursue new potential for clothing by collaborating with fashion designers, top models, and other notable personalities that complement the LifeWear concept of ‘simple made better.’
JW ANDERSON
British heritage meets LifeWear through the newest collaboration with designer JW Anderson.
The new collection includes men’s and women’s items for the Fall/Winter 2017 season. The range will bring together the British heritage of JW Anderson and the everyday comfort and perfection that UNIQLO pursues in terms of fit, fabric, and functionality through its LifeWear concept.
INES DE LA FRESSANGE
Debuting the long-anticipated men’s line and showcasing urban essentials with Parisian flair.
UNIQLO releases the eighth edition of its collaboration with French fashion icon Inès de la Fressange, with the latest installment to include menswear. The men’s pieces feature design elements like classic stand-up collars, tweed jackets, and cashmere knits. The women’s line on the other hand is a celebration of the enduring elegance of a monochrome palette. New to the range are sports knits in vintage styles and classic Nordic sweaters. Other items include military style mod coats, duffle coats, and fleece blousons.
SEASONAL HIGHLIGHTS
UNIQLO’s LifeWear encourages people to mix and match clothes to suit their individual personalities and lifestyles. Seasonal Highlights showcase items from the Fall/Winter 2017 collection that embody the thoughtfulness of UNIQLO’s design and its commitment to clothes that change the way we live.
• Outdoor Travel
More than just providing everyday essentials, UNIQLO takes functional clothing to another level with LifeWear pieces such as Ultra-Light Down, flannel, and denim, which are made for activities such as trekking, hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities. Highlights for Fall/Winter 2017 include a striking plaid pattern as well as vivid colors for outerwear and jackets.
• Leisure Travel
Catering to a wide selection of travelers, UNIQLO offers LifeWear pieces that can be used for traveling. These items include the compact Ultra-Light Down and wool outerwear that come in a stylish monochromatic pallet of black, whites, dark olives, and beiges, designed with slim and sharp silhouettes for a polished look.
• City Sports
A multi-functional collection, UNIQLO SPORT items can be mixed and matched with everyday essentials for a chic look. Featured items for Fall/Winter 2017 include reversible parkas and pocketable parkas.
• Sports Casual
The UNIQLO SPORT collection is designed not only for use in sport settings, but also for daily activities. The collection is highlighted by chic and vivid colors for Fall/Winter 2017 that lets you stay fit and athletic without compromising style.
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