SOPH. – Makers of SOPHNET., F.C.R.B. and uniform experiment – Acquired by JUN CO., LTD

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Recent news has surfaced regarding the acquisition of SOPH. by fellow Japanese company JUN CO., LTD. This is undoubtedly the biggest news on the side of Japanese fashion acquisitions since A Bathing Ape’s sale to Chinese conglomerate I.T back i...

SOPH. to Open a Line Messaging App Account

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The Line app seems to have taken global communication by storm, connecting a network of thousands together. The app links both PC and mobile users in a streaming conversation and, with a near limitless amount of customization, is a fun and innovative...

SOPHNET. Indigo Jersey Pull Over Parka (Damaged)

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In its latest product installment, SOPHNET. debuts a specially treated Indigo Jersey Pull Over Parka. Slightly distressed, the pullover hoodie boasts a predominantly indigo-dyed composition with slightly damaging looks lending a unique character to e...

Yoshimoto x SOPH.TOKYO 13th Anniversary Soy Sauce

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In celebration of its 13th Anniversary, SOPH.TOKYO has partnered with Yoshimoto who also happen to be celebrating 100 years of providing manzai comedy to the people of Japan. The collaborative soy sauce features co-branding on both the bottle and pac...

SOPHNET. 2012 Fall/Winter 2Layer Wool Mountain Parka

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Releasing this Saturday with a group of 2012 fall/winter gards, SOPHNET. presents the 2Layer Wool Mountain Parka. Offering a more refined parka silhouette, this piece features a two-layer construction with camouflage lining, a Thinsulate interior, sn...

SOPH.TOKYO 13th Anniversary Items

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In celebration of the 13th anniversary of SOPH.TOKYO, SOPHNET. is set to release a special capsule collection to mark the occasion. Teaming up with Nike for two more pieces from the celebrated F.C.R.B. collaboration, the anniversary capsule is highli...

SOPH.HANKYU MEN’S OSAKA Store Opening

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SOPHNET. is planning on opening up a store in Osaka’s famed Hankyu department store in Osaka. Led by designer Hirofumi Kiyonaga, the brand captures the Japanese culture of fashion, inspired by elements of music, art, industrial design, and the...

mastermind JAPAN x F.C.R.B 2012 Fall/Winter Capsule Lookbook

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F.C. Real Bristol, or F.C.R.B. as it is known as, was fathered by SOPH.’s Hirofumi Kiyonaga back in 1999 with the aim to create a limited edition soccer-styled line that would allow him the chance to design pieces that expressed his love for the game...

SOPHNET. 2012 Spring/Summer Collection – A Closer Look

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Here we have a better look at some of the creations that are set to be released by SOPHNET. for its 2012 spring/summer collection. Check and camo print have been chosen for many of the shirt and T-shirt designs, alongside several pastel-colored piece...

SOPHNET. 2012 Spring/Summer Collection

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For the 2012 spring/summer season, Hirofumi Kiyonaga has produced another clean collection for his SOPHNET. label. Not straying afar from what he knows best, the Japanese designer has built a solid base from denim and cotton pieces whilst utilizing a...

SOPHNET. x visvim 2011 Fall/Winter FBT

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SOPHNET. and visvim reunite to add another shoe to their recent run of collaborations. Based around visvim’s popular FBT model, the shoe features a suede upper with the now highly recognizable stitched toe area and fringe attachment. The sole h...

OUTSTANDING Magazine: uniform experiment “UNTITLED” Editorial

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Issue #1 of OUTSTANDING magazine gives us a further look at the 2011 fall/winter “UNTITLED” collection from Japanese brand uniform experiment. The season draws reference from “fashion, art, and music born on the streets of New York...

SOPH.HANKYU MEN’S TOKYO

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Despite an uncertain Japanese economy, the opening of HANKYU MEN’S TOKYO on October 15, 2011 will represent yet another defining moment in Japanese retail. One homegrown retailer that will make an appearance is Hirofumi Kiyonaga’s SOPH. l...

GRIND Magazine: SOPH. 2011 Spring/Summer Collection Lookbook

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Japanese retail store SOPH. has chosen this month’s GRIND Magazine to show off some of the new items from the spring-summer collections for SOPHNET, F.C.R.B. and uniform experiment. Featuring a mix of the preppy side of SOPHNET. and uniform...

uniform experiment x BUNNEY “11th Anniversary Item” Pyramid Stud Pin Set

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As previewed last month, SOPH.’s sub-label uniform experiment have collaborated on this Pyramid Stud Pin Set with jewellery brand BUNNEY as part of the mother brand’s 11th anniversary celebrations. Red Carnelian, Amethyst, London Blue...