BEAUTY&YOUTH UNITED ARROWS 2015 Japanese-Made Cotton Striped Long Sleeve Shirt.
A refined and distinctive shirt from BEAUTY&YOUTH UNITED ARROWS, featuring a classic blue-and-white striped body contrasted with a warm brown collar and button placket.
This thoughtfully designed piece combines traditional menswear elements with subtle contemporary styling, creating an elegant shirt that stands out without appearing overly decorative.
The most distinctive feature is its contrasting collar and front placket. The brown-toned fabric provides a sophisticated visual contrast against the crisp blue-and-white stripes, giving the shirt a character reminiscent of classic contrast-collar and cleric-style shirts.
The narrow vertical stripes create a clean and structured appearance, while the upper back yoke features horizontally arranged stripes for an additional design detail.
A neatly integrated chest pocket follows the striped pattern of the body, maintaining the shirt’s balanced appearance.
Other classic features include a regular collar, full button-front closure, long sleeves with buttoned cuffs, and a gently curved hem.
Both the main fabric and contrasting sections are made from 100% cotton, offering the natural texture and character associated with traditional cotton shirting.
Made in Japan, this shirt also reflects the appeal of domestically produced Japanese casualwear.
As a 2015 model, its silhouette differs from the oversized and loose-fitting styles that have become particularly popular in recent years.
Rather than emphasizing exaggerated width or dropped shoulders, this design offers a more conventional, relatively close-fitting silhouette suitable for clean, refined everyday styling.
This makes it particularly appealing to those who prefer classic proportions and a smart-casual appearance.
For a sophisticated outfit, pair the shirt with navy or black tailored trousers and leather shoes. Beige chinos and brown footwear also complement the contrasting collar beautifully, creating a coordinated look with a traditional menswear influence.
For a more relaxed outfit, wear it with straight-leg denim and simple sneakers.
The contrasting collar also adds visual interest when layered underneath a cardigan, lightweight jacket, or tailored blazer.
BEAUTY&YOUTH UNITED ARROWS is a Japanese fashion label known for combining contemporary casualwear with refined everyday design.
This particular shirt demonstrates that philosophy through its carefully selected colors, classic striped fabric, distinctive contrast details, and versatile silhouette.
An excellent choice for enthusiasts of Japanese fashion, classic menswear, traditional styling, smart-casual outfits, and well-designed cotton shirts.
Product Details
Brand: BEAUTY&YOUTH UNITED ARROWS Original Retail Price: ¥13,200 Collection Year: 2015 Style Number: 1211-218-6604 Size: S Color: Blue, White and Brown Tones Main Fabric: 100% Cotton Contrast Fabric: 100% Cotton Country of Manufacture: Japan Style: Long Sleeve Striped Contrast Collar Shirt Features: Contrasting Collar, Contrasting Button Placket, Chest Pocket, Buttoned Cuffs, Curved Hem
A distinctive Japanese-made shirt combining classic proportions, timeless stripes, and sophisticated color-block detailing.