My Winter 2025 Uniform
A friend recently asked me if I found it hard to get dressed in the morning. When I first got into fashion, the answer would have been a resounding yes. I’d spend way too much time agonizing over the perfect pants to match a shirt, the right color combinations, and the ideal accessories.
Now, getting dressed is much simpler. Part of the change is that I prefer a small, curated wardrobe of high-quality pieces that I care for and intend to keep for years.
Another reason is that I’ve embraced the idea of a uniform. By “uniform,” I don’t mean wearing the exact same outfit every day. Instead, it’s about having a reliable outfit template—a guiding structure that makes choosing what to wear effortless.
In Fall 2024, I experimented with Black Ivy style. And while I enjoyed how I felt wearing more formal pieces such as trousers, collared shirts, and ties, I found it impractical and uncomfortable at times.
For Winter 2025, my uniform is inspired by the Japanese City Boy Style. It blends Ivy League aesthetics with relaxed, comfortable fits. When I saw this photo of the Clinch Boots founder, Minoru, in boots, wide pants, and a chambray shirt, it resonated. I decided to adapt his template with pieces from my own wardrobe.
My Winter 2025 wardrobe is:
- Black leather boots
- Straight or wide fit pants
- Oversized button up