Nano Universe
nano・universe × Dickies × master-piece 2011 Capsule Collection
December 5, 2011
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In a triple collaboration, Dickies, master-piece, and nano・universe get together to produce a waist bag and backpack for the Japanese retailer's 2011 capsule collection. The bags are made using the same materials from Dickies' twill work pants featuring 65% polyester and 35%...
nano・universe x THE NORTH FACE PURPLE LABEL Bespoke Down Shirt
November 10, 2011
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Intended to coincide with the 100th anniversary of Harris Tweed, this Bespoke Down Shirt has been released by THE NORTH FACE PURPLE LABEL alongside Japanese brand/retailer nano・universe. Boasting a hefty construction and contrasting pale green/orange colorway, this item...
nano universe x THE NORTH FACE & DUVETICA Winter Down Vests
November 3, 2011
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Japanese retailer nano universe collaborates with two brands to bring us these down vests for the fall/winter season. First up is a joint project with THE NORTH FACE who have taken a Harris Tweed pattern and printed it directly on to a Pertex insulated body. Next is a...
atmos x nano universe x Reebok Insta Pump Fury
January 24, 2011
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Japanese retailers nano universe and atmos have teamed up with Reebok to produce this colorway of the Insta Pump Fury model. In keeping with the distinctly styled and technologically advanced runner, the materials used include an animal hair toebox, ostrich skin leather...
nano universe x n(n) Denim Shirt
January 19, 2011
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Many have come to terms with the end of Number (N)ine which was undoubtedly alleviated by the fact that founder Takahiro Miyashita was quick to move onto TheSoloIst. However, retro releases have largely continued on through the n(n) range as nano universe look into the...
nano universe x Harris Tweed Teddy Bear
December 1, 2010
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Undoubtedly the "brand name" fabric this season within the Japanese market, Harris Tweed finds itself outside of the usual fashion realm and on a collection of teddy bears. Created with nano universe, the bears come in several different patterns and designs including some...
nano universe Lace Boots
November 8, 2010
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Premier Japanese retailer nano universe has just released these laced boots. Colored in a dark charcoal-grey, the boots are sky-cut and feature wrap around laces for ankle support. Sitting atop a thick Vibram sole that has become customary across contemporary Japanese...
nano universe x Rat Fink Polo Shirts
June 3, 2010
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Japanese retailer nano universe develops this new series of Rat Fink polo shirts, featuring the work of hot rod icon Ed Roth, who's Rat Fink character has become the unofficial trademark of 1950-60s custom car culture. The polo shirts are offered in a series of colorways,...
Lightning Bolt x nano universe “Bolt Print” Sneakers
April 20, 2010
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Japanese retailer nano universe continues its recent string of collabo projects with this latest sneaker, made alongside classic surf specialists Lightning Bolt, which just recently relaunched their brand. The kicks are offered in two colorways, each featuring a bold print...
nano universe 2010 Spring/Summer Catalog
April 8, 2010
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Premier Japanese retailer nano universe develops its own lookbook for Spring/Summer 2010, highlighting some of its top brands in a nicely put together series of photographs. The feature in its entirety can be seen here, while looks from the shoot are offered below....
nano universe x Champion Cropped Cargo Sweat Pants
February 26, 2010
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Having already teamed up with Champion on series of custom hoodies, Japanese retailer nano universe work up a new silhouette to add to its fleece collection. Featured are cropped cargo sweats, offered in two solid colorways, the pants are made to reflect a more fashionista...
nano universe x Lee Western Shirts
January 31, 2010
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After several quality collaborations throughout the past couple of seasons, Japanese retailer nano universe carry kick off 2010 with a project with esteemed American brand Lee. Although Lee may actually command more respect in Japan at this point, the brand is certainly...
nano · universe x Champion x Let It Ride Jacket
January 22, 2010
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Although it may be seen differently in the rest of the world, the Champion brand of athletic apparel still commands a certain degree of respect in Japan. Workwear-centric label Let It Ride and retailer nano · universe have teamed up to create the following jacket. Inspired...
Le Bac by united bamboo × nano・universe GROUNDFLOOR
January 8, 2010
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Japanese retailer nano・universe and New York City's united bamboo's new diffusion line Le Bac link up to release a small capsule of items for later this year. The collection revolves around a shirt, blazer and three forms of cardigans. The collection will release starting...
nano・universe x CASIO OCEANUS coNceNtrate black Watch
December 7, 2009
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Creating the following "coNceNtrate black" watch model, nano・universe and CASIO have come together to make a few changes to the OCEANUS line of watches. The understated black design features both a black dial and band with a series of mini-dials in the face of the watch....
