"I can't spend 3 million won" Joo Woo-jae finds leather jackets and denim in Osaka

For those contemplating autumn outfits amidst the suddenly chilly weather, Joo Woo-jae introduced leather jacket and pants items he personally experienced. Including items purchased during his recent visit to Osaka, Joo Woo-jae specifically compared the characteristics of leather jackets that vary depending on the price range and material.

"Texture of horsehide and a classic fit," Y2 Leather met in Osaka

Joo Woo-jae recently visited a small shop located away from the center of Osaka and purchased a sports jacket from Y2 Leather. He stated that while he has purchased expensive horsehide jackets in the past from brands such as Buzz Rickson's, TOYS McCOY, and The Real McCoy's, which cost between 2 million and 5 million won, he chose this brand this time after deciding it would be difficult to spend up to 3 million won. This jacket, purchased for approximately 1.4 million won in yen at the time, is characterized by thick wrinkles formed by the use of glossy horsehide.

He noted that this jacket maintains a classic fit that reaches near the belt line, rather than the short cropped length that is a recent trend. Although he worried because it did not fit his body during the first fitting, he purchased it expecting the characteristic of leather to adjust to the body the more it is worn. The lining is a blend of cotton and nylon, and it includes adjust buttons on the wrists and velcro details at the waist.

"This silhouette is prettier," a comparison with domestic brand Outstanding

Joo Woo-jae brought a sports jacket from the domestic brand Outstanding to compare as an alternative to the expensive horsehide jacket. This product, priced in the 400,000 to 500,000 won range, uses cowhide and is characterized by giving a natural washed feel. He evaluated that the Outstanding jacket compensates for the body shape better in terms of shoulder fit or overall silhouette when worn. However, he explained that there is a difference in the thickness of the material to follow the thick wrinkles and texture unique to horsehide.

He defined the key to choosing a leather jacket as "finding what fits you well." He expressed the view that if you want to look pretty from the start, a domestic brand may be suitable, but if you want the joy of breaking in clothes as you wear them, a brand with expensive originality is the right choice.

Denim with vintage texture and heavy chino pants

Specific information regarding pants items followed. Joo Woo-jae introduced the Saigon product from Sugar Cane purchased in Osaka. This denim, which has a moderate thickness of 13 ounces, gives a vintage feel due to irregular yarn usage, and he mentioned that it is good for use as a daily item or with a workwear mood thanks to its wide fit.

Additionally, chino pants from TCB (T-shirt Blanks) purchased at the GMM store in Kobe were introduced. These black-colored washed pants have a heavy texture, making them a good match when paired with a denim jacket. Finally, he mentioned black pants from Freeleus, emphasizing the basic yet relaxed fit.

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