weber Celebrates the Late David Lynch’s ‘The Straight Story’ With Nostalgic Capsule Collection
The vintage T-shirt specialist honors the 4K remaster and the closing of Shinjuku Cinema Qualite with a bespoke merchandise drop.
Summary
- Vintage T-shirt purveyor weber partners with David Lynch’s film The Straight Story for an extensive apparel and accessory collection
- The drop includes a memorial T-shirt for Shinjuku Cinema Qualite, which closes its doors on January 12
- Collection highlights include graphic tees, long-sleeve shirts, and lifestyle goods inspired by the 1999 masterpiece
The collaboration between weber and the late David Lynch’s The Straight Story is more than a standard merch drop; it is a curated tribute to 73-year-old Alvin Straight’s legendary 390km lawnmower trek. By utilizing high-quality graphics and period-correct detailing, weber has translated the film’s warmth and Americana aesthetic into a modern wardrobe. The release is timed perfectly with the film’s 4K theatrical run and carries significant weight as it features a dedicated memorial piece for Shinjuku Cinema Qualite, one of Tokyo’s beloved mini-theaters.
The collection spans a wide range of categories, moving from essential streetwear to niche lifestyle items. The apparel lineup features two short-sleeve T-shirt designs and a long-sleeve variant, all utilizing iconic scenes and the film’s distinctive logo. For those seeking more than clothing, the capsule includes a corduroy cap, a poster-graphic tote bag, and domestic goods like mugs, magnets, and even an eye mask — a nod to the slow, reflective nature of the film itself.
A standout piece in the collection is the Shinjuku Cinema Qualite Memorial T-shirt. Dressed in a black body with the theater’s signature yellow accents, the shirt mimics the visual style of film credits, serving as a farewell to the venue that will cease operations following the film’s screening on January 12. Each item in the collection reflects weber’s commitment to “culture-digging,” ensuring that the materials and print techniques feel as though they were unearthed from a mid-90s cinema gift shop.
A soulful homage to Lynch’s masterpiece, this collection is a must-have for cinema buffs and vintage enthusiasts alike.
