UNDERCOVER’s Jun Takahashi on the Importance of Punk
UNDERCOVER’s Jun Takahashi has had a special place in his heart for punk rock and its surrounding culture since discovering Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm McLaren’s Seditionaries line. So taken was he with the Seditionaries line that he wo...
UNDERCOVER “The Mad Market” @ UNDERCOVER AOYAMA
Resting comfortably atop a list of major influential labels is UNDERCOVER, which, under the direction of Jun Takahashi, has influenced a legion of brands with its high-end casual wear. The brand is set to host “The Mad Market” at its Aoya...
UNDERCOVER 2013 Spring/Summer Hooded Printed Cotton Jacket
With spring weather finally underway, UNDERCOVER presents its Hooded Printed Cotton Jacket for Spring/Summer 2013. The jacket’s illustrated flower pattern is designed to mimic camouflage, lending a modern, graphic element to a military staple,...
UNDERCOVER x coeur K6H01 Hat
As the majority of the world’s population prepares for a much-needed summer, it’s time for men of style to begin thinking of ways to transition their winter headwear to warm weather-appropriate caps. In linking with British lifestyle brand coeur, UND...
UNDERCOVER 2013 Spring/Summer Panelled Cotton-Jersey Sweater
Geometric-patterned knitwear has become something of a trend recently, with a slew of designers and labels offering up variations on the graphic sweater. UNDERCOVER’s Panelled Cotton-Jersey Sweater is Jun Takahashi’s take on the garment f...
UNDERCOVER x EFFECTOR 2013 Spring/Summer Sunglasses Collection
Following from their 2012 joint venture, Japanese eyewear purveyors EFFECTOR teams up with renowned streetwear label UNDERCOVER on another unique interpretation, one which merges classic sensibility with post-modern designs. Crafted under the careful...
UNDERCOVER Leopard Print Ponyskin Slip-Ons
From UNDERCOVER’s 2013 spring/summer collection comes these Leopard Print Ponyskin slip-ons. For these luxe slip-ons, UNDERCOVER has taken the always popular leopard print and ups the ante by applying it to a ponyskin upper. Opting to keep the...
MEN’S NON-NO: UNDERCOVER 2013 Spring/Summer Editorial
Elevated by a whimsical backdrop, the UNDERCOVER Spring/Summer 2013 collection gets its portrayal through an eye-catching editorial shoot that is featured within Japan’s MEN’S NON-NO magazine. Showcasing full styles using the whole range, the looks p...
UNDERCOVER 2013 Spring/Summer K6B08 Tote Bag
New from Jun Takahashi and UNDERCOVER for Spring/Summer 2013 is the Japanese label’s K6B08 Tote Bag. Exuding obvious military inspiration in its design cues and similar to the aesthetic furthered by last season’s J6807 Backpack, the overs...
UNDERCOVER 2013 Spring/Summer Accessories Collection
After showing you the UNDERCOVER “Middle Finger” Slip-Ons, we’ve got a look now at some of the brand’s other offerings for this spring/summer season. First off is a selection of backpacks and pouches in muted beige and navy &#...
UNDERCOVER Slip On Sneaker “Middle Finger”
Japanese fashion mainstay UNDERCOVER’s latest delivery comes in the form of this simple slip-on, which at first glance exhibits the self-effacing qualities of any slip-on, but upon closer inspection a comical pattern-work appears, veering towar...
UNDERCOVER x Nike GYAKUSOU 2013 Spring/Summer Campaign Video
With technical performance matched with some “off the beaten path” locales, UNDERCOVER and Nike GYAKUSOU present their Spring/Summer 2013 campaign video. Forgoing traditional urban elements that have permeated past visual offerings, the r...
Satoshi Kawashima: 30 Years In Japan’s Fashion Industry
“Based in Nagoya, Japan, the DOUBLEDUTCH Co. was founded in 1982 by Satoshi Kawashima with the aim of spreading his love and interest in English and American fashion.”
Lasting 30 years in any industry is a decent enough achievement i...
