By Susan A

My upcoming business trip to Japan has me focused on one thing: a practical, comfortable, and stylish wardrobe. Luckily, MUJI’s Autumn/Winter 2025 collection, themed “Comfortable Embrace”, arrived just in time. The entire range promises warmth that feels like a gentle hug, crafted from soft, skin-friendly fabrics with simple, versatile silhouettes.

This is exactly the kind of easy-to-layer clothing needed for unpredictable weather and busy travel days. Here are the three pieces I immediately chose to be the foundation of my travel capsule, offering a blend of warmth, style, and portability:

Outerwear MVP: The Lightweight Down Vest

For travel, bulky coats are a nightmare. That’s why I chose the Women’s Lightweight Down Pocketable Collarless Vest ($49.00). I picked the Smoky Pink colour, with its soft, muted tone, it adds a touch of femininity without being overly bright, and it pairs beautifully with neutrals.

This vest is a travel essential because it’s lightweight, fluffy, and warm, yet it’s designed to be compact and easy to carry around. The key feature is that it can be packed into its side pocket for easy carrying, perfect for transitioning from a cold street to a heated office or restaurant.

It offers warmth with a fill power of 750 and even features anti-static lining, a genius detail for the dry winter air. Plus, the down is Certified with Responsible Down Standard (RDS), so I can feel good about my choice.

The Perfect Inner Layer: The Turtle Neck T-Shirt

A business trip demands layering, and no outfit is complete without a warm, comfortable base layer. I selected the Women’s Brush Ribbed Turtle Neck Long Sleeve T-shirt ($14.90) in crisp White.

This piece is all about comfort against the skin. MUJI notes that only the reverse side of the fabric is slightly raised, creating a warm, soft feel and a comfortable fit. The ribbed material is also stretchy and comfortable to wear which is vital for long plane rides and moving quickly between meetings.
The white turtleneck provides a clean, elegant neckline under the down vest or a blazer, making it versatile enough for formal business settings and casual sightseeing alike.

Bottoms that Move: Stretch Corduroy Pants

I need bottoms that are presentable for work yet comfortable enough for long days of walking. The Women’s Stretch Corduroy Easy Straight Pants ($39.00) in Ivory were just perfect for the task.

The fabric is a soft-touch, washed corduroy, and the design features an elastic waistband and a waist drawstring to adjust the fit, ensuring maximum comfort and ease of wear. Beyond comfort, the pants are made with organic cotton, aligning with MUJI’s focus on simple, well-made materials. The improved design around the waist and stomach also helps prevent bulging, keeping the straight silhouette polished and professional.

The collection’s core mission is to cocoon you in coziness while offering simple, versatile silhouettes that are effortless to layer and easy to match. As someone who needs to pack light and maximise outfit combinations, the unisex designs that adapt seamlessly to any style and the promise of a feeling of being cared for, inside and out, is the winning formula for my trip.

These three pieces alone can create multiple professional and casual looks, proving that minimalist style doesn’t have to compromise on warmth or comfort.

To find out more, or to explore MUJI’s latest Autumn/Winter 2025 collection, visit any of their stores.