My Vintage Soul: Levi's 517, Circa '70s
NagaoDaisuke 1970s, America.
Walking the city as if wearing freedom
At the feet of the young people who walked
There was always Levi's 517.
Gently tapered from the waist to the hem
The wide boot cut
A line that symbolizes the rebelliousness and sophistication of the time.
It's not just jeans.
A "second skin" that travels through time.
That's why Kyoto's cobblestone streets and narrow roads
I think this is a film that really stands out in the silence.
This vintage 517
This is a new proposal for Kyoto, a city where modernity and tradition intersect.
501 of the late 66 (single stitch)
This 517, born in the same era,
It's in very good condition and in women's size.
A rare specimen that is now rarely encountered.
This piece, which embodies the memories of the times,
Imagine yourself blending into the atmosphere of the ancient capital.
SPRING — Linen swaying along the Kamo River
Spring in Kyoto, where the sunlight is softer.
White linen shirt fluttering in the wind
Wear the 517 high-waisted.
She wears nude sandals to create a casual look and a thin trench coat as a jacket.
Drop in to a gallery in Sanjo and have a cup of coffee at a cafe.
The outfit is light, yet still has a strong presence.
SUMMER — The purity of a white T-shirt in the alleys of Gion
Burning asphalt and the sound of cicadas.
The true strength of these jeans is that all you need is a T-shirt, a tightly fastened western belt, and 517s.
Take a stroll around the Higashiyama area with clog sandals and a rattan bag.
An afternoon spent browsing antique art shops and Japanese paper stores.
A subtle emotion within purity.
AUTUMN — Knitwear and clogs that stand out on the Philosopher's Path
If you're walking along the Philosopher's Path amidst the autumn foliage, a loosely knitted sweater and these pale blue 517s are the perfect choice.
His feet are matte clogs and he walks without making a sound.
The whole look is tied together with earthy colors that blend into the tranquil scenery.
I put the book I found in a used bookstore in my bag and headed towards Nanzenji Temple.
WINTER — Classic and modern styles on Teramachi Street
In Kyoto during the tense winter weather, a tailored long coat is perfect.
Underneath is a fitted ribbed knit and vintage 517s.
The outfit is finished off with square-toe short boots and a checked scarf casually placed around the neck.
I walk quietly down Teramachi-dori, lined with winter-barren trees.
The movement of the bootcut adds a subtle touch to such a scene.
Levi's 517 is more than just jeans.
A historic city
It's also the key to walking with a somewhat exotic air.
A look that transcends time and space
Blending into everyday life in Kyoto
It will surely be a journey.
We don't want the royal road to end as the royal road.
That is, 70's vintage for women.
Reasons to choose us:
The effort and care that goes into the details
The color fades in a way that makes you feel like it has deepened rather than faded.
Levi's 517 bootcut
While inheriting someone's memories
It fits perfectly with my current mood.
Not for a special occasion
Rather, in the morning when I go out to buy bread,
On the way home, I walked without even touching my smartphone.
It really shines in everyday life like that.
That's why the UN wants to propose 517 as a "tool."
I never get tired of wearing it every day
But suddenly, I see myself in the mirror and I look pretty good.
It's like a companion.
Beautiful without being obsequious.
To be strong and flexible.
That is what the UN is choosing now.
The definition of real fashion.
I walk through this city now, surrounded by the atmosphere of the 70s.
That will surely be in the future
I believe this will be a continuing style.