Hideaki Anno, the visionary director behind anime classics like "Gunbuster," "Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water," and "Neon Genesis Evangelion," along with live-action hits "Shin Godzilla" and "Shin Ultraman," has always been known for his groundbreaking work, not necessarily his fashion sense. But recently, a post on X by renowned fashion editor Eisuke Yamashita has set the internet abuzz. Yamashita lauded Anno's recent press conference attire, praising the suit's impeccable tailoring and "high-level" aesthetic, calling it top-tier and sparking a flurry of discussion.
Yamashita admitted it was "a bit trivial," but couldn't help but gush about Anno's incredible suit. He pointed out the exquisite details, from the collar stitching to the edges, noting its exceptional quality. He even speculated it might be on par with luxury European brands like Kiton or Brioni, which definitely turned heads.
Netizens quickly chimed in, observing that it wasn't just the jacket. The perfect roll of the shirt collar and the elegant drape of the sleeve creases clearly indicated superior fabric quality. One user flat-out stated, "You can tell it's high-end just by the sheen," remarking that the overall look was too polished to be a casual throw-on.
However, many found the real humor in the situation: Hideaki Anno himself doesn't exactly strike anyone as a fashionista. Comments poured in, like, "It feels like he just put on nice clothes, but he couldn't care less about them," and "It's even funnier when you remember what he looked like in his younger days." The internet was having a field day.
One netizen even dug up a magazine photo of Anno from 1985, when he was 25. His look back then? Well, let's just say it's exactly what you'd expect from Anno – a style famously depicted in Kazuhiko Shimamoto's manga "Blazing Transfer Student."
As the discussion heated up, a clear consensus emerged: this high-quality ensemble was almost certainly thanks to his wife, Moyoco Anno. Many netizens flat-out stated that "all of Director Anno's clothes are picked out by Moyoco Anno." Others added that given his height (around 180 cm) and good proportions, off-the-rack suits might not fit perfectly, further highlighting the care taken in selecting his attire.
Some even recalled anecdotes from Anno's youth, where he was described as someone who "wore the same outfit until it fell apart and didn't change even for a shower." Without his wife's help, they speculated, he'd probably still be rocking the perpetually casual look.
And for the ultimate proof, fans pointed to Moyoco Anno's manga, "Insufficient Director," which features a hilarious scene where the couple goes to Armani to try on suits, with Anno striking various Ultraman poses outside the fitting room while his wife apologizes for his antics. It's a classic, adorable glimpse into their dynamic.
Still, being singled out by a fashion editor for his style is probably something neither Hideaki Anno nor his fans ever imagined. As for whether his wife is indeed his secret stylist? We'll leave that for Anno to confirm... if he ever decides to break character.
via： togetter