RETROSPECT: A Look at Akira Tamaki's Baracuta Collection and Archive

As far as classic closet essentials go, the Baracuta G4 jacket is a must-have. According to expert

Fashion
7.8K 0   Comments
Prefer Hypebeast on Google
Save

As far as classic closet essentials go, the Baracuta G4 jacket is a must-have. According to expert collector Akira Tamaki, the historic English silhouette can be likened with a pair of 501’s – slowly improved with minute details over time. Tamaki began collecting the jackets after noticing the subtle differences between two Baracuta jackets he owned, which is quite a statement considering how little the design has deviated from the original. In the above video, Tamaki takes us through his collection and details what it takes to make an icon. Enjoy.

Read Full Article
Text By
Share this article
In This Article
Hypebeast Newsroom
Hypebeast Newsroom

Hypebeast Newsroom produces fast-turn news across fashion, footwear, art, design, and culture. Content is AI-assisted and reviewed by our editorial team before publishing. For corrections or inquiries, contact editorial@hypebeast.com.

What to Read Next

Baracuta x WILD THINGS x WACKO MARIA Go Reversible and Furry
Fashion

Baracuta x WILD THINGS x WACKO MARIA Go Reversible and Furry

PrimaLoft insulation and a two-faced cotton blend shell anchor the FW26 outerwear drop.

‘AKIRA’ Is Returning to Theaters in 4K and IMAX This Fall
Entertainment

‘AKIRA’ Is Returning to Theaters in 4K and IMAX This Fall

With screenings available in the original Japanese audio with English subtitles as well as the classic English dub.

'Akira' Creator Opens a New Animation Studio With a Website Teasing His Long-Awaited Next Film
Entertainment

'Akira' Creator Opens a New Animation Studio With a Website Teasing His Long-Awaited Next Film

More than a decade after his last feature, Katsuhiro Otomo is launching Oval Gear Animation Studio to build a new generation of animators and revive a previously announced sci-fi project.


MODMNT's FW26 Collection Turns Military Archives Into a Modular Wardrobe
Fashion

MODMNT's FW26 Collection Turns Military Archives Into a Modular Wardrobe

Presented by MODMNT
This season, Japanese fashion brand MODMNT is unpacking its philosophy of module, mode, equipment, and element.

Rick Ross featuring Lil Wayne - Thug Cry
Music

Rick Ross featuring Lil Wayne - Thug Cry

Rick Ross offers up the latest video off his Mastermind album as he unveils the clip to his Lil

adidas Unveils AC Milan's New 2014/15 Kits
Fashion Sports

adidas Unveils AC Milan's New 2014/15 Kits

adidas and AC Milan continue their partnership as the sportswear giant has unveiled two brand new

Shabazz Palaces Announce New Album 'Lese Majesty'
Music

Shabazz Palaces Announce New Album 'Lese Majesty'

Shabazz Palaces made their mark with 2011’s critically acclaimed debut LP Black Up, having

Kanye West Lets a Rapper Audition on the Street
Music

Kanye West Lets a Rapper Audition on the Street

Video has emerged of a young rapper entreating Kanye West to hear several impromptu bars in the

HODINKEE Presents “Talking Watches” with Eric Singer of KISS
Watches

HODINKEE Presents “Talking Watches” with Eric Singer of KISS

The latest installment of HODINKEE’s web series “Talking Watches” finds founder Benjamin Clymer

Chet Faker - Blush (Juan Du Sol Late Night Touch Up)
Music

Chet Faker - Blush (Juan Du Sol Late Night Touch Up)

Chet Faker released his album Built on Glass a few weeks back, and fellow Australian Juan Du


Usher - Good Kisser
Music

Usher - Good Kisser

Just hours after sending out his new single “Good Kisser,” Usher delivers its visual companion. The

Portishead Once Again Calls Out The Weeknd Over Sampling Issue
Music

Portishead Once Again Calls Out The Weeknd Over Sampling Issue

As you might remember, last July when The Weeknd released his song “Belong To The World”

Supreme 2014 Spring/Summer Editorial by GRIND Magazine
Fashion

Supreme 2014 Spring/Summer Editorial by GRIND Magazine

Last year, GRIND magazine took to Russia to create its editorial for Supreme’s Fall/Winter 2013

1,600 Panda World Tour Coming to Hong Kong
Art

1,600 Panda World Tour Coming to Hong Kong

Threatened by human expansion, a limited diet, and low birthrates, the giant panda has long been

Baxter of California Hot Towel Shaving Solution
Fashion

Baxter of California Hot Towel Shaving Solution

After you hit a certain point in post-puberty, there comes a time where shaving has to be taken

Tanner Goods Troubadour Guitar Strap
Fashion

Tanner Goods Troubadour Guitar Strap

Known for its expertly handcrafted leather accessories, Tanner Goods has since expanded its

More ▾