It has finally arrived.
Last season we held a trial event featuring stools made from Iwate oak.
Finally, the season has started and all the clothing is ready.
It's gaining momentum slowly, but the pants here are very versatile, so I highly recommend getting a pair.

Let's start with an introduction to the brand.

Gurank

Gurank is a coined word that combines words from the core of craftsmanship: functional beauty (K.)/design, folk tools (G.)/things used daily, customs (NA)/things that have been accumulated and established, splendor (R.)/beauty, and gloss (U.)/sexiness. We propose something a little new, based on the designer's experience, without specifying a country or era.

A brand created by designer Sasaki, who loves vintage clothing and fishing.
First of all, our store carries a lot of second-hand clothes, so it is what you would call a second-hand clothing store, but we also have selected items, and someone once said that second-hand clothes are the ultimate selection, so I have taken the liberty of calling it a select shop.
(Honestly, either is okay.)
As the owner of the store, I sell whatever I like in the way I like, so there are brands from a variety of genres and items other than clothing, which I hope will be convenient for everyone.

However, the general public thinks it is a second-hand clothing store.
Well, that's true.

For this reason, most brands would normally prefer to have their products stocked in select shops rather than thrift stores, so it's rare for brands to contact a store like mine, but this is rare (or maybe it's the first time) and we've been contacted by a brand.

There wasn't much information available, but there seem to be few stores operating in Tokyo, so I was interested and decided to meet them.
When I talked to Sasaki-san, he told me that he had contacted me because he wanted to sell Gurank in a second-hand clothing store. I felt it was an honour and the range seemed very interesting, so I decided to go ahead with it.
That was how I encountered this brand, and recently I have had many connections with people from Iwate.

I think the lineup will be based on American casual style, but I like that even though I love vintage clothing, it's not too cheesy.
It's not just a simple homage to vintage clothing, but the designs are in keeping with Sasaki's lifestyle.
An update while following the good old style.
The pants were especially good, so the order focused on pants.

This introduction has gotten quite long, but I'd like to start by proposing these two types.

GURANK "HB FATIGUE PANTS" (KHAKI)

First up, fatigues made from herringbone fabric.
I'm sure it will look good once you wear it in.
Although army herringbone has likely been worn out a lot, Sasaki says that most domestically produced herringbone fabrics are ones that have been arranged by fabric stores to emphasize the herringbone, compared to the original military version.
Among these, a niche fabric store is producing a fabric in khaki only, with fine ridges and a height of twill crests that is close to the original orthodox herringbone, and this is the fabric used for these pants.
This is a bit of a nerdy topic, but it is a very good herringbone fabric that is characterized by its sharp twill weave and fine wrinkles, and has just the right amount of firmness and toughness, making it suitable for wearing all year round.

This pants has tucks in the front and back, a thick silhouette with a slim length, and darts at the knees, like those on an M-65, give it a three-dimensional silhouette that makes it very easy to move around in.
It also has great practicality with details such as large zippered pockets.

It's a masterpiece that is very well balanced and can easily be paired with any top.

By the way, for those who only like real fatigue pants, we also have second-hand fatigue pants, so please come and see them in the store.

GURANK "SELVAGE PAINTER PANTS" (INDIGO)

Denim pants made based on the 60's PAYDAY painter design.
Recently, I've been into painters, and the store is stocked with everything from other brands to vintage items.
Now you can choose freely.
It's really difficult to source vintage painters, and it's hard to find good ones.
Also, denim is generally expensive.

Dark Okayama denim with selvedge and orange stitching.
From what I've heard, this is a heavy detail.

By eliminating scale pockets and other features and modifying the silhouette to the brand's original, it feels light in a good way.
By washing in hot water and finishing with a tumbler dryer, the denim is of just the right weight, with creases and wrinkles, and is intentionally left crooked.

Generally, our brand's pants come in three sizes, but this model comes in two sizes.
The waist is set large and can be cinch in with a belt.
It also has a cinch back so you can adjust the waist there as well.

The balance of the larger waist and slim length is perfect.

Since many brands are unique to begin with, these kinds of simple items that can be used daily are currently rare.
It's a good idea to buy two pairs, a military style and a denim style, which can be easily reused, so be sure to try them on first.
So then

Miyaji
Lakewood Clothing
〒154-0004
Norikura Building 101, 1-1-11 Taishido, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo
TEL: 03-5932-5668
Mail: info@lakewood-clothing.com
Open: 13:00 - 20:00 / Close: Thursday (Open by appointment)
Online Store: https://lakewood-clothing.com/
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