Christophe Lemaire Champions Form, Function & Style for Uniqlo U Debut

The Fashionisto

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Published August 31, 2016

Uniqlo U men's lambswool crewneck sweater.
Uniqlo U men’s mustard yellow lambswool crewneck sweater.

Following news of Christophe Lemaire’s appointment as Uniqlo artistic director, we finally get a look at the designer’s vision for the essential brand. Lemaire’s outing for the label is branded under Uniqlo U and based on form, function, and modern sophistication.

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Utilitarian outerwear and smart knitwear are key aspects of the designer’s debut outing for the label. Previewing fall looks with a new campaign, staples include double face wool blend chesterfield coats, ultra light down compact jackets, cashmere blend turtleneck sweaters, blocktech parkas, and MA-1 bomber jackets. The anticipated Uniqlo U range hits stores October 14, 2016.

Uniqlo U Fall/Winter 2016 Campaign

Uniqlo U men's short sleeve crewneck t-shirt, double face wool blend chesterfield coat, lambswool ribbed crewneck sweater, and sweatpants.
Uniqlo U men’s short sleeve crewneck t-shirt, double face wool blend chesterfield coat, lambswool ribbed crewneck sweater, and sweatpants.
Uniqlo U men's blocktech parka and cashmere blend turtleneck sweater.
Uniqlo U men’s grey blocktech parka and cashmere blend turtleneck sweater.
Uniqlo U men's lightweight down jacket, ultra light down compact jacket, cotton twill elasticated pants, and extra fine merino knit polo shirt.
Uniqlo U men’s brown lightweight down jacket, ultra light down compact jacket, cotton twill elasticated pants, and extra fine merino knit polo shirt.
Uniqlo U men's cashmere blended crewneck sweater, regular fit color jeans, and work jacket.
Uniqlo U men’s cashmere blended crewneck sweater, regular fit color jeans, and work jacket.
Uniqlo U men's long sleeve sweat pullover hoodie, MA-1 bomber jacket, and extra fine cotton broadcloth long sleeve shirt.
Uniqlo U men’s long sleeve sweat pullover hoodie, burgundy MA-1 bomber jacket, and extra fine cotton broadcloth long sleeve shirt.

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