WTAPS 2008 Spring/Summer “Extreme Prejudice” Catalog
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Tetsu Nishiyama (Tet) began the project FORTY PERCENT AGAINST RIGHTS (FPAR) in 1993, then WTAPS was launched in 1996. WTAPS (pronounced ‘double taps’) is heavily inspired by the military and the outdoors, while advancing several signature styles such as ‘Trad’, ‘Ivy’ and ‘Preppy’. After collaborations with the likes of Supreme, Stussy and Vans, WTAPS became revered across the men's fashion industry.
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Every season, brands in Japan including Stussy, Supreme and Neighborhood would put out their collection catalogs which a lot of people actually buy because you get to see what’s coming from the brand as well as read about interviews about the designers behind the brand. The latest to be released is the WTAPS 2008 Spring/Summer “Extreme Prejudice” catalog which is now available at official WTAPS dealers. They are limited so if you’re a fan of WTAPS, get them now before they’re gone.
Coinciding with the launch of their brand new website, WTAPS has provided a look at their 2008 collection titled “Extreme Prejudice”. A few pieces to highlight for the new collection include a collaborative helmet with good friend NUTS which will be available exclusively at Blackflag Tokyo, Tiger camo M-65 and vest, John Smedly x WTAPS sweater and a Gore-Tex Sherpa jacket. Details regarding each piece can be seen within the lookbook can be found here. The new site also goes on to discuss WTAPS’ brand philosophy and a list of retailers worldwide.
“Placing Things Where They Should Be” represents the personal design philosophy of WTAPS founder Tetsu Nishiyama. In association with Tetsu’s latest project Hoods, his personal statement is captured on a special exhibition tee. The faded army green features a statement on the front and back. The t-shirt is currently available for pre-order only at Hoods Hong Kong with a release date set for after the conclusion of the Previously Opening exhibition, March 24th. The t-shirt’s price tips the scales at a staggering $1699 HKD (approximately $218 USD).
In an ongoing special collection for honeyee.com magazine, Volume 4 of the magazine is marked by WTAPS as the latest brand to collaborate with the leading Japanese lifestyle site. Their jungle shirt features dual patches featuring Honeyee and Militia while the rear is printed with a modified Honeyee bones logo. The shirt is available only through Honeyee Store.
On March 13th, the Japanese brand, WTAPS, will launch their new website. Traditionally, top tier street brands have been reluctant or slow to launch their presence online but slowly that seems to be changing.
It will be interesting to see what WTAPS.COM will have to offer.
Within the next few hours, two influential members of the Japanese fashion world, Tetsu Nishiyama of WTAPS and Shinsuke Takizawa of Neighborhood will open the doors to their Hoods venture. Hoods will act as a haven for both Neighborhood and WTAPS products as both brands establish themselves in their first venture outside of Japan. We recently had a chance to check out the space occupying a spot on the quaint little On Lan Street in Hong Kong’s Central district. The store, much like the surrounding spaces are long and narrow and encompass multiple floors and provides a sort of equilibrium effect with its immediate neighbors BBC | Ice Cream. A special exhibition involving custom tees is on display as part of the Previously Opening Exhibition taking place tomorrow until the stores opening April 1st. Currently the only items for sale include the Hoods Hong Kong “Bombers” t-shirt, retailing for $499 HKD (approximately $64 USD).
Here’s an in-depth look at the t-shirts set to release tomorrow as part of the Hoods Hong Kong grand opening. The collaborative t-shirt is co-created by both Neighborhood and WTAPS including a rarely seen double flag on the sleeve. The t-shirt will retail for $499 HKD (approximately $64 USD) and will be available in both white or black. The Previously Open Gallery showing will commence at 11:00 am, Saturday March 8th with a ceremonial door opening including Tetsu Nishiyama and Shinsuke Takizawa.
The brands, A Bathing Ape and WTAPS, are two of the top streetwear brands in the Japanese scene. Together they have created a series of tees for Nigo’s Favorite Shop which is an exclusive Bape store for members only. The three t-shirts include the Ruined tee, the Ruined Girl tee, and the Ursus t-shirt. These tees are probably sold out already at the Nigo’s Favorite Shop so if they are, you can get them at Cliffedge.
The Japanese brand Wtaps has released a new pair of Slinky Optics Bad Manner Sunglasses. These cool looking shades comes in a dual tone colorway (black & white) and features a mean looking shape. We imagine that wearing these might make you look a bit like a superhero or a super villain. Nevertheless, they are now available at the Italian boutique, SlamJam.
The most recent WTAPS x Vans Syndicate SK8-His No Guts No Glory were recently unveiled. Aside from the special M&M designed housewares and fixtures accompanying the release at Black Flag, t-shirts from Vans and WTAPS were also made available for sale.
Black Flag
5-4-24 Minami-Aoyama
Minato-Ku Tokyo
Source: Tetsuya Nishiyama
Hong Kong magazine Milk Magazine recently published an interview with WTAPS/PHILOSOPHY ZINE front man Tetsu Nishiyama regarding his past and the progression of WTAPS from its former identity as 40% AGAINST RIGHTS. Tet also speaks regarding the upcoming opening of the HOODS retail space in Hong Kong, a store dedicated to WTAPS and Neighborhood. The article alongside a showcase of WTAPS’ most recent collection appears in Milk Magazine 338.
Soul Rebels Works represents an interesting venture from Aobadai, Tokyo bar, Rock Steady. The label incorporates various bar influences and imagery into their designs with a high level of commitment to producing quality apparel. They recently teamed up with another Japanese label, W)Taps to produce a series of limited edition t-shirts.
Image: B Yoshida
