The sets for the Uniqlo SS12 UU capsule catalog may seem incredibly staged, but the fashion is very much real. Whether its ad shows truly happy families or not, this collection will have people lining up around the corner the day it releases in stores. Approachable, stylish and affordable, it has pickings for all ages.
Designed in collaboration with UNDERCOVER, the Uniqlo SS12 UU capsule collection was designed by Jun Takahasi, alongside his wife and partner RICO. As casually chic as it is ever going to get, the Uniqlo SS12 UU lookbook showcases patterned florals and horizontal stripes as well as chromatic blazers, hoodies, chinos and black leather jackets.
The Uniqlo SS12 UU capsule collection is set to launch on March 16, 2012.
Staged Family Catalogs
The Uniqlo SS12 UU Capsule Lookbook is Fashionably Happy
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