Sōen (装苑), January 1974. A great mid-seventies copy of the Japanese monthly fashion magazine, with Yumi Takahashi, model and "Miss Sparkle Tokyo, '73 - '74," on the cover. Includes editorials of summer fashions, patterns for minidresses, knit crop tops, and matching shirts for couples, reports on the growing market for vintage denim, hairstyle makeovers, menswear trends in geometric ties, and more.
 
Text primarily in English and Japanese, with translations for some articles in Spanish and Thai at back of magazine. 110 pgs, measures approx. 13.1" H x 10.1" W x 0.25" D. Very good condition – some light wear to cover, creasing to some pages. See images for reference, and feel free to email with further questions.