Levi’s x 686 The Times Limited Edition Box
by Eugene Kan, October 14, 2008
Earlier this year, the Levis and 686 presented a collection that would effectively present an intersection of the world’s quintessential denim brand Levi’s with the technical, snowboarding-driven 686 brand. Together the two would combine an aesthetic and material choice which has become a staple for many around the world with denim and adorned it with technical specifications to endure the harsh mountain conditions. To commemorate this partnership, a special Levi’s x 686 The Times Limited Edition Box was created which features a box wrapped in Levi’s Genuine Selvedge Raw Denim with a colorful print pattern featuring iconic Levi’s imagery. The pants represent the world’s first 3L Technical Snowboard Raw Selvedge Denim Pant. Although the silhouette of the pant is similar to the previous releases, differences include a more relaxed cut, colorful lining, lighter-weight construction and selvedge back-pockets. Only 68 instances were produced for friends and family of 686 and will not be available for sale. After the jump is a video between 686 founder Mike West and Levi’s VP of Global Design Caroline Calvin as they discuss the relationship of the two brands and the product development aspect.
Rode in a pair of the ones for general consumption today (yes, there is riding now in Colorado) and these pants are the bomb….such a clean look yet technically functional….I can open the leg vents, cool off and go right to the bar!
Who cares if they aren’t sold. This is thinking outside of the box for collabo’s and you know you would love to get your hands on a pair. I would rather see this post and appreciate it, than never know this collabo even existed.
Nate: 68 pairs for friends and family. I sort of equate it to seeing F&F sneakers. Although not commercially available, it’s still something worthwhile to feature and highlights a strong design aspect. Sort of like a culmination of the efforts of both parties.
off the wall, officiallly
Mad crazy-I want ONE! 686 makes the best SHT-like no other
Could I get some clarification.
Were 68 pairs made for friends and family with the intent of making more available (but minus the fancy box) to the general public?
Or were there really only 68 made that aren’t being sold to anyone?
Cause if it’s the latter I’m not quite sure what the point of this was or the reason for publishing an article about it.
heat..