Swimsuits get World Cup flavor
Models in swimsuits based on the national soccer team uniforms from countries competing in the 2006 World Cup to begin in Germany in June.
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OSAKA -- The summer's soccer World Cup added some sizzle in Japan's earliest swimsuit show this year at the Hankyu department store.
Models decked out in swimsuits based on team kits from five of the 32 countries that will compete in the World Cup in Germany in June.
From the 35 items representing 16 labels that were displayed at the show, a feature of this summer's swimsuits will be color and decorations like ribbons and beads.
The department has already started selling some swimsuits even though the summer is nearly half a year away.
"Demand for swimsuits is growing even outside of the summer months," a Hankyu spokesman said. "I hope people can find something they like."
Women traveling overseas, especially those who have just graduated from university, apparently account for the greatest proportion of winter swimsuit sales. (Mainichi)