So I’ve been super into vintage fashion lately, and Japanese styles from the 1920s caught my eye. Honestly? Looked complicated at first, but turns out it’s totally doable even if you’re just starting out like me. Here’s exactly what I did:
Starting from zero knowledge
First thing I did was stare at old photos for hours. Paused Netflix binges to Google “Taisho era outfits”. Learned real quick that rich city folks wore fancier stuff, but regular people kept it simple. That’s where I decided to begin – simple everyday looks nobody would screw up.
Hunting down pieces in my closet
Tore through my wardrobe hunting for loose-fitting stuff. Found this beige linen shirt that’s kinda baggy. Perfection. Then grabbed some dark brown trousers – super basic ones with a straight cut. Scrounged up a flat cap my dad left here last Christmas. Already starting to feel authentic!
The dressing struggle bus
Tried tucking that shirt in. Wrong. Felt like a waiter. Untucked it loosely instead, just like the reference photos. Big difference! Rolled up the sleeves messily to elbow length. Then came the hardest part: wrapping this stupid sash around my waist. Watched three tutorials, still messed it up twice. Eventually just tied a simple knot after wrapping twice. Good enough.
Final touches
Slipped into worn leather loafers – no socks obviously. That’s how they rolled back then. Put on the flat cap slightly crooked for that “I just walked through wind” vibe. Threw on round wire glasses I never wear. Instant transformation! Stood differently too: shoulders relaxed, hands in pockets. The whole thing felt… comfy surprisingly.
What actually worked
- Forget tight clothes: Everything looks better when it drapes naturally.
- Neutral colors win: Beige, brown, navy, grey. No crazy patterns.
- Fake the sash: Any long fabric belt works if you wrap it messy.
- Walk slower: Sounds dumb but posture changes everything.
Took mirror selfies looking like a confused time traveler. But you know what? That outfit was stupid comfortable. Like wearing pajamas but classy. If my clumsy ass can do it, anyone can. Just dive in and wrap that sash wrong with pride!
