Union LA's Chris Gibbs Shares His Favorite Vintage visvim Pieces

“OLD VISVIM NEVER DIES”

Fashion
6.3K 0 Comments

Japanese label visvim has undeniably built a cult following since its inception and Hiroki Nakamura counts new collectors and buyers everyday. Just to add to its clout, one of the brand’s longest stockists of 13 or 14 years is the LA mainstay, Union. Union’s Chris Gibbs is visvim’s “self-proclaimed biggest fan since day one” and he recounts some of his favorite items from the staple Japanese brand. Check out the pieces above and head over to Union LA for the full lineup.

Read Full Article
Text By
Image Credit
Union La
Share this article
In this Article

What to Read Next

Birkenstock x Union LA Present Hybrid Bimshire Silhouette
Footwear

Birkenstock x Union LA Present Hybrid Bimshire Silhouette

Melding Chris Gibbs’ favorite models from the footwear imprint, the Boston and the Zurich.

Union LA and DISCOVERED Craft Special Capsule for Shibuya Pop-Up
Fashion

Union LA and DISCOVERED Craft Special Capsule for Shibuya Pop-Up

The six-piece capsule is imbued with DISCOVERED’s deconstructed aesthetic and cobranded hand-stitched word marks.

Born X Raised and Union LA Deliver a Distinguished "Born Gents" Capsule
Fashion

Born X Raised and Union LA Deliver a Distinguished "Born Gents" Capsule

“Everything with a touch of class.”


A Union LA x Air Jordan 1 "UNC Royal" Sample Surfaces
Footwear

A Union LA x Air Jordan 1 "UNC Royal" Sample Surfaces

There’s no word on if this pair will ever see a retail release — but it’s sure nice to look at.

Jeremy Renner & Elizabeth Olsen Investigate a Murder on a Native American Reservation in 'Wind River'
Entertainment

Jeremy Renner & Elizabeth Olsen Investigate a Murder on a Native American Reservation in 'Wind River'

Already making its debut at Cannes.

Aminé & Kehlani Release New Track, "Heebiejeebies"
Music

Aminé & Kehlani Release New Track, "Heebiejeebies"

A chilled slice of summer in musical form.

ACRONYM Creates a T-Shirt Collection for Japanese Manga 'BLAME!'
Fashion

ACRONYM Creates a T-Shirt Collection for Japanese Manga 'BLAME!'

In collaboration with Tokyo select shop EDITION.

Walkers Crisps' Latest UEFA Champions League Campaign Gets Viscously Trolled
Food & Beverage

Walkers Crisps' Latest UEFA Champions League Campaign Gets Viscously Trolled

The Internet is harsh.

Here's Every Piece From Thames' Third 2017 Spring/Summer Drop
Fashion

Here's Every Piece From Thames' Third 2017 Spring/Summer Drop

Dropping imminently.


Magic Johnson Compares LaVar Ball to Kris Jenner
Sports

Magic Johnson Compares LaVar Ball to Kris Jenner

It ain’t all bad.

Where to Get the Best Sneakers Dropping in Europe This Weekend
Footwear 

Where to Get the Best Sneakers Dropping in Europe This Weekend

Including Anti Social Social Club’s collab with DSM, Wood Wood x ASICS, NikeLab ACG and an Antwerp Six-inspired adidas pack.

A Rare Advisory Board Crystals Sample Just Surfaced for $2,500 USD
Fashion

A Rare Advisory Board Crystals Sample Just Surfaced for $2,500 USD

Only six ever made.

Netflix's 'CounterPunch' Documentary Follows the Trials & Tribulations of Amateur Boxers
Entertainment

Netflix's 'CounterPunch' Documentary Follows the Trials & Tribulations of Amateur Boxers

Trying to bring the sport back to its glory.

Toronto's Jordan Brand Store Will Be Filled With Exclusives and Hyped Sneakers Tomorrow
Footwear 

Toronto's Jordan Brand Store Will Be Filled With Exclusives and Hyped Sneakers Tomorrow

Fans are in for a treat.

More ▾