Until 2020, there was a period from May 1 to September 30, but from 2021, there will be no period and people will be encouraged to dress comfortably and work comfortably in light clothing at their own discretion. In some areas, some people may have already shifted to Cool Biz attire. The scope of Cool Biz attire that is allowed varies depending on the type of business and the department. In this issue, we have carefully selected a variety of Cool Biz attire, from conservative styles to slightly more aggressive styles, and have divided them into basic and applied sections!
CONTENTS
- When is the Cool Biz period?
- Cool Biz even for remote workers! Become a more sophisticated man with an elegant cord that looks good in online meetings!
- Introducing the basic style of Cool Biz attire! Part 1: (1) to (4)
- Introducing the basic style of Cool Biz attire! Part 2: 5-8
- Introducing 5 styles of Cool Biz clothing application!
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When is the Cool Biz period?
As the temperature rises, people are becoming more and more concerned about the Cool Biz attire. The Cool Biz implementation period set by the Ministry of the Environment was from May 1 to September 30 until 2020, but currently no uniform implementation period is set nationwide. The call is made to use air conditioning at appropriate temperatures and to dress comfortably and work comfortably in light clothing at one’s own discretion, depending on local conditions, daily temperatures, individual work styles and work environments, and other factors. Therefore, it is preferable to shift to Cool Biz attire in accordance with the policy within the company you are currently working for.
During the season when the temperature rises, it is advisable to wear “Super Cool Biz” attire!
Super Cool Biz” is an evolution of “Cool Biz,” which started in 2011. Specifically, it refers to clothing that allows people to work comfortably even when the room temperature in the office is set at 28°C. During this season, polo shirts, aloha shirts, and T-shirts can be worn in the business scene. Of course, there are differences in degree depending on the regulations of the company and the department to which one belongs, but basically, even relatively rough attire is acceptable as business attire. On days with high temperatures exceeding 30 degrees Celsius, Super Cool Biz attire should be worn to protect against the heat.
Acceptability of Cool Biz attire varies depending on the period!
Please note that there is a difference in the range of acceptable attire between the Cool Biz period and the Super Cool Biz period. Currently, there is no set period, but for reference as one of the criteria for judgment, we have picked up a table that describes what is acceptable or not by item, which was published by the Ministry of the Environment until 2020. It is better to consider the most appropriate Cool Biz attire based on the following approximate standards.
Tops].
Cool Biz | Super Cool Biz | |
No necktie | Fat | Fat |
No jacket | (Fat) | Fat |
Short-sleeved shirts | Fat | Fat |
Kariyushi shirt | (Fat) | Fat |
Polo shirt | ×Polo shirt | Fat |
Aloha shirt | ×Aloha shirt | Fat |
T-shirt | ×T-shirt | T-shirt |
Running shirt | ×X | ×Bottom |
[ Bottom section
Cool Biz | Super Cool Biz | |
Chinos | Fat | Fat |
jeans | ×Jeans | Half pants |
Half pants | ×X | ×Half pants x |
[ Footwear
Cool Biz | Super Cool Biz | |
Sneakers | ×Sneakers | Fat |
Sandals | ×Sandals | Jeans |
◯=allowed
(◯)=allowed but not thoroughly enforced
△=allowed only when worn moderately according to TPO (e.g., jeans with too many rips are not allowed)
×=in principle not allowed
Cool Biz even for remote workers! Become a more sophisticated man with an elegant cord that looks good in online meetings!
Many of you must have reduced your opportunities to go out due to the introduction of remote work. Even though they have fewer opportunities to interact with people, there are still many occasions when they need to pay attention to how they dress, such as when they suddenly have an online meeting or are forced to go out unexpectedly. It is a good idea to have items that are both relaxed and elegant so that you can respond smartly to such situations.
A masterpiece that is also useful for remote work: “H.I.P. by SOLIDO HIGH GAUGE INLAY JACKET
A tailored jacket with a modern design and a new sense of tailoring that is ” stretchy, lightweight, and easy to wear “
A tailored jacket with a modern design that uses a 4-way stretch and lightweight material. The high-gauge material has a beautiful look and does not wrinkle, so it can be handled roughly and still maintain a classy look. Another key point is that it is designed to be easy to wear, with set-in sleeves on the front for a tight look and raglan sleeves on the back to secure a range of motion for comfort. This design is also ideal as a uniform for online meetings, where frontal impressions are basically important. If you have been feeling stressed because the tailored jacket you used to wear for work makes it difficult to move around at your desk, you should be able to work comfortably while wearing a jacket like this one.
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A masterpiece that works well for remote work as well (2) “SONRISA Cotton Jersey Semi-Wide Collar Shirt
“Enjoy the elegance of an Italian tailored dress shirt in jersey!”
SONRISA (SONRISA)” attracts attention as a brand that realized the tailoring of the dress shirt of Italian tailoring with jersey material. While it has the elegant look of a dress shirt, it feels just like a cut and sewn shirt, making it a must-have item for those who wear dress shirts because they feel uncomfortable wearing a T-shirt alone but cannot shake off the off-duty feeling. The classic semi-wide collar makes it easy to wear with a tie-up.
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A great item for remote work as well (3) “giab’s ARCHIVIO MASACCIO
The waist is stretched and the center crease does not come off! A lot of great attractions for sedentary work.”
These slacks released by a specialized pants brand based in Florence, Italy, feature a waist with side shirring and a drawcord, and a design with semi-permanent center crease removal stitching. This eliminates waist compression in sedentary work and the problem of center creases coming off as the knees stretch. Many remote workers, especially those who often sit and work for long hours, may have been looking for pants like these. The moderately slim tapered silhouette goes well with a variety of tops.
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Next, we will introduce the basic style of Cool Biz attire, with examples for each item!
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