~Workwear for painters~
Gekkoso Atelier Court
A car mechanic in an oil-stained overalls emerges from under a car on a plank with wheels, and a carpenter in work clothes with his important tools in a waist bag faces wood with a serious look on his face. The presence of a skilled craftsman, combined with his workwear, looks incredibly cool.
Gekkoso thought, "If that's the case, we want to make clothes specifically for artists that make them look their best. So what does workwear mean for artists?"
・When I suddenly feel like creating something, I can just put it on no matter what I'm wearing and start drawing immediately, and take it off as soon as I'm done. (Mood and energy are very important for an artist.)
- The length and sleeves should be long enough to prevent the clothes underneath from getting dirty.
- Tools can be stored neatly.
・The dirtier it gets, the more picturesque it becomes, and the more worn it becomes, the more character it develops.
・Can be washed completely.
-It has some great features that are unique to artists.
-A design that eliminates all unnecessary decorations, so you can wear it as is when going out.
When we set out to pursue functional beauty while combining all of the above, we decided that we wanted to partner in clothing production with foufou, a company that produces and sells original, high-quality clothing with great conviction.
After repeated prototyping with foufou, we finally created workwear for artists that is as functional as a jumpsuit, as simple and durable as jeans, and changes over time.
DETAILS
Stand collar
Workwear doesn't need unnecessary decoration. But at the same time, a clumsy design doesn't feel right. foufou's unique, sophisticated stand collar combines both elements. It's a design that is extremely simple while still providing excellent protection for the clothes worn underneath.
Chest pocket
It has a flap that prevents your smartphone from falling out even when you bend over. The flap does not cover the entire width of the pocket, leaving space for tools such as brushes.
Rolled sleeves with gathered elastic
The sleeves are long so they won't get dirty no matter what you're wearing. The elastic gathers are only halfway around, as wearing them all the way around makes them look childish. Pull out the sleeve belt and fasten it with a snap button for a neat look around the wrist.
towel holder
The sleeve belt mentioned above is a two-way belt that can be used not only to change the sleeve length but also to wrap and secure a towel to wipe brushes when creating. It is functional and also makes an impressive accent when worn.
Pencil pocket
Brush holders that can hold five brushes are sewn into the inside of each patch pocket. To make it easier to handle the brushes, the holders are attached diagonally toward the front and the pockets are positioned low. In response to requests for people who want to work while drinking canned beer, the pockets are extra large. They can easily fit an A5-sized notebook.
material
It's made of 100% thick cotton, so it can be washed thoroughly. The color is greige, a combination of gray and a slight yellowish tint. It's almost achromatic, so it won't interfere with the colors of your artwork. Also, while a strong gray can make your complexion look dull, the addition of beige in "greige" makes your skin look beautiful.
Comfort
The raglan sleeves and wide armholes make it easy to put on and take off. Snap buttons make it easy to put on and take off, and once you're done, you can take it off in one go. Tighten the waist belt and it takes on a stylish look that's somewhat reminiscent of a trench coat.
Horn mark embroidery
When you call out "Hey!", you hear the echo of "Hey!". The trademark of Gekkoso, a horn, is embroidered on the back, with the hope that wonderful friends will gather under the sound of the horn. When viewed from behind during production, it is immediately clear that it is a Gekkoso Atelier Court.
ARTIST VOICE
We asked three of today's most popular artists and craftsmen to try on the Atelier Coat.
VOICE 01
Kohei Kondo , artist / 168cm / wearing size 2 (L)
Q1 What do you like most about Atelier Court?
The loose fit makes it easy to wear and move around in. I also like the large pockets.
Q2 Who would you recommend this to?
I would recommend it to anyone, not just artists, as it's cute for everyday use.
Q3: About future manufacturing
Last year I published my first art book, but next time I'd like to try combining my art with a picture book or essays. As for exhibitions/live painting, I've been able to go to Taiwan and New York, so I'd like to expand my reach overseas.
A word to Gekkoso
Gekkoso is a place I love. There are many reasons for that, such as its history, its policies, and its art supplies, but when I think about it, the main reason might be the owner Kozo's passion and hilarious behavior. We're the same age, after all. Let's have a drink together again.
Born in 1975, he graduated from the United Graduate School of Agricultural Sciences at Tottori University and studied forestry. He is active in a variety of artistic genres, including live painting, providing work for fashion brands, book design, CD jacket stage art, and live painting at various ceremonies.
Lives in Toride City, Ibaraki Prefecture.
VOICE 02
Yuna Okanishi, calligrapher / 154cm / Wearing size 1 (M)
Q1 What do you like most about Atelier Court?
I love the exquisite colors. I also like the design, which makes it easy to wear while working on a project and then go out without changing clothes.
Q2 Who would you recommend this to?
To everyone.
Q3: About future manufacturing
I hope that my work will express things as they are, in a life-sized, honest way, and that it will one day inspire someone in some way.
A word to Gekkoso
Gekkoso is the place to be when you pursue authenticity. And the artist's accompanist, Kozo Hibi, is an honor to have had the opportunity to work with them!
He began calligraphy at the age of six and obtained a calligraphy instructor's license while still in high school.
He also works on ink painting and painting. His works are housed in the Tianjin Art Museum in China, and his live performance at the Great Buddha Hall of Todaiji Temple has also been a hot topic. He is currently publishing "Calligraphy of Hope" on his social media, in which he writes words of hope from around the world.
VOICE 03
Yuya Hasegawa , shoe shiner/180cm/wearing size 2 (L)
Q1 What do you like most about Atelier Court?
First of all, the silhouette really catches your eye the moment you put it on! The fluffy shape and stand collar are great! It leaves you wanting to wrap a scarf around it.
Q2 Who would you recommend this to?
Well, I would recommend this not only to artists and creators, but to everyone who loves art and fashion.
Q3: About future manufacturing
I think what is needed is something that can enrich people's hearts, transcending skill and incompetence. However, I think that this is a very difficult thing to achieve, so the only thing you can do is to pursue it seriously and thoroughly.
A word to Gekkoso
Thank you for always creating such wonderful things and spaces. I look forward to seeing more colorful and fun things that only Gekkoso can do!
Born in Chiba Prefecture in 1984.
Representative Director of BOOT BLACK JAPAN Co., Ltd. and Owner of Brift H. He started his career shining shoes on the street, and in 2008 opened the world's first counter-style shoe shine shop, Brift H. In 2017, he won the first World Shoe Shine Championship held in London, earning him the title of the world's best shoe shiner in both name and reality. His books include "The Book of Shoe Shine."
Gekkoso believes in the importance of "place"
The Gekkoso Atelier Coat is designed to be functional, and is designed to be the coolest workwear for artists, but also something that anyone can choose. By having people other than artists wear artist's clothes, we hope to bring art closer to them, and to create fruitful communication.
Since our founding, Gekkoso has valued the idea that genuine movements are born from the interactions between people in such "places" and that new forms of expression are cultivated. This is why we not only manufacture and sell art supplies, but also run salons where people from various backgrounds can gather. We met foufou in a "place" where such sensibilities intersect, and a product was born that seemed inevitable.
Bringing the warmth of artisanal work to the art world, the artists and Gekkoso continue their collaborative endeavors.
