The Shirt Style By Brooks Brothers] Brooks Brothers, Shirts and Me Vol.14 Kento Nagatsuka, vocalist, WONK

Supima Cotton Oxford Polo Button Down Dress Shirt Regent Fit ¥19,000+TAX(Brooks Brothers Japan)

Kento Nagatsuka is the vocalist of WONK, a band that has garnered attention for its sublimation of elements from various genres such as jazz, soul, R&B, and hip-hop into a contemporary expression. He has been familiar with the classic style since he was a child, and prefers to wear a jacket and pants set-up both on and off the job.

First of all, I really like the atmosphere and design of Brooks Brothers stores. I like the prestigious atmosphere and design of Brooks Brothers stores. I also admire the traditional style of Brooks Brothers' suits and shirts. It is a brand that I have admired since I was a student, because it is cool in the sense that it is not just men's wear, but is the very essence of men's wear. I have always loved wearing white shirts and striped shirts."

A white oxford button-down shirt looks great against a brown plaid set-up.

WONK members have the stance of wearing what they want to wear. Each of us has a different style of clothing that we prefer or want to express. I like a classic, masculine style. When you are on stage, colors and patterns are very important, so I always choose my clothes with that in mind.

The neck is fastened to the top button. The beautifully rolled collar is unique to Brooks Brothers button-down shirts.

Ms. Nagatsuka's preference for the fashion style of today can be traced back to the existence of music. Before entering college, Nagatsuka says that he became more inclined toward soul, R&B, and jazz, which he thought were the genres he would like to sing in. Before entering college, he became more into soul, R&B, and jazz, which he thought would be the kind of music he would be singing.

I am influenced by the styles of famous musicians of the past who established the era. For example, I admire Frank Sinatra's style, which was very formal at the time. When I think about what I would wear if I were to incorporate that into the style I want to wear today, I think one thing I would do is to combine the classical style of jackets and pants with a little bit of fun. Today, I'm wearing a button-down shirt from Brooks Brothers, so I decided to give it a loose feel so that it doesn't look like a suit.

Mr. Nagatsuka spends a relaxing time at his favorite bar.

Brooks Brothers' button-down shirts are what you might call a classic, and they are the originators of button-down shirts. Like music, I want to value and respect the background of such things. I want to respect the background of the brand, the thoughts behind it, and why this shirt has been made for so long. It is something that has accumulated over time, and it is not something that can be created overnight. And I am honored to be able to wear such a shirt."

Photo_Shin Hamada
Text_Maruro Yamashita
Edit_Yosuke Ishii
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