NEEDLES and STUDIOUS Reveal Collaborative "Poly Smooth" Track Capsule
The Japanese labels return with short-sleeve shirts and knee-length H.D. Track shorts for the warmer months.
Summary
- NEEDLES has once again partnered with Japanese retailer STUDIOUS to release a new bespoke apparel capsule for the 2026 Spring/Summer season.
- The collaborative release introduces two new models derived from the brand’s popular Poly Smooth series.
- The exclusive capsule is scheduled to release on June 4, 2026
NEEDLES and Japanese retailer STUDIOUS are officially expanding their ongoing collaborative partnership with the release of a new “Poly Smooth” track capsule. Arriving as part of the Spring/Summer 2026 lineup, the exclusive drop reimagines the brand’s signature sportswear aesthetic for the warmer weather, delivering two fresh silhouettes tailored specifically for the season.
Tapping into the brand’s widely popular Poly Smooth series, the collaborative collection focuses on relaxed, warm-weather ready staples. The first new addition arrives in the form of a bespoke Track Short Sleeve Shirt, which translates traditional long-sleeve outerwear designs into a breezy, lightweight top.Complementing the short-sleeve shirt, the collection also introduces a specialized take on the beloved H.D. Track Pant. For this specific release, STUDIOUS and NEEDLES have directly adapted the voluminous trousers into a pair of knee-length shorts, providing an alternative wearing experience while maintaining the iconic structural shape of the original pant.
The NEEDLES x STUDIOUS “Poly Smooth” Track Short Sleeve Shirt and H.D. Track Short Pant drop June 4, 2026.
