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Relay Column: A Little Quietly, Breaking Down – The Practice of "Wearing" (Mikako Suzuki)
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Mikako Suzuki
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Special Research Fellow (PD), Part-time Lecturer (Keio University, Rikkyo University)
Her specialization encompasses sociological theory / social theory. Previously, she primarily focused on the study of "new cosmopolitanism," but now she is working to further develop this research by engaging more broadly with the "sociological theory of diversity and coexistence." She is scheduled to publish a sole-authored work in 2023. While she loves fashion, she also has a great passion for food and drink.
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I don't wear suits or so-called office casual clothing very often. Whether I'm giving lectures at the university or presenting at conferences, I generally wear what I like, in the way I like.
I prefer an elegant yet slightly edgy style, a hybrid look. Currently, I'm looking forward to new releases each season from sacai, and I enjoy pairing sacai's MA-1 with a slightly sweet dress. The tweed jacket I'm draped over my shoulder in my profile picture is from sacai's 2022 Spring/Summer collection, and it's one of my favorite pieces. I also love shoes, so I often pair them with Sergio Rossi's ankle boots or Margiela's Tabi boots. Even when my clothing is relatively subdued, I tend to wear accessories that are a bit bold and edgy. While I don’t dress outrageously, I often feel out of place in the faculty lounge at the university, which tends to have more formal attire. Wearing something that resembles a suit would help me blend into that environment and appear more like a "teacher" or a "proper researcher."
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