With another week upon us, we have yet another installment of our product drops series.

This week's lineup of drops kicks off with Cutler & Gross x The Great Frog channeling 1970s punk rebellion into the "Modern Relics" titanium sunglasses collection fronted by Billy Idol. The SALEM x Supreme collaboration translates the band's moody, atmospheric sound into a dark six-piece apparel capsule, while Palace’s Summer Drop 2 honors 1980s Buffalo movement pioneer Dick Jewell alongside its own rugged workwear staples. Leaning into effortless luxury, The Row’s Menswear delivers relaxed tailoring, lightweight fabrics, and ultra-minimal flat footwear designed for the warmer months. On the sportswear front, the fragment design x F.C. Real Bristol capsule merges stadium and street style with a "Japan Blue" digital camo collection, just as the JJJJound Tracksuit release redefines the modern uniform by blending high-end minimalism with retro-athletic outerwear. For graphic-heavy aesthetics, the Emotionally Unavailable and RK collaboration transforms hyper-detailed global photography into a wearable gallery of summer-ready garments. Finally, heritage craftsmanship shines as SAINT Mxxxxxx’s SS26 Drop 10 teams up with Hollywood Trading Company and BerBerJin for studded belts and meticulously aged vintage leather pieces.

Check out this week's 8 drops you don’t want to miss below.

SALEM x Supreme Collab

Supreme is officially teaming up with influential American electronic band SALEM for a moody six-piece Spring 2026 capsule that channels the group's signature dark aesthetic. Celebrating the pioneering group's profound impact on underground music and fashion, the collection translates their haunting, atmospheric sound into co-branded apparel and accessories. Standout pieces include a Half Zip Stadium Jacket and a Zip Up Hooded Sweatshirt, accompanied by an S/S top and a graphic tee. The release is rounded out by a New Era® fitted hat and distinctive "Hospital Socks." The highly anticipated collaboration drops globally on May 14, followed by Asia on May 16 online.

Palace Summer 2026 Drop 2

Palace Skateboards continues its Summer 2026 rollout with Drop 2, headlined by a capsule collection honoring multidisciplinary British artist and 1980s Buffalo movement pioneer, Dick Jewell. Translating Jewell's thought-provoking visual narratives onto a series of premium canvases, the collaboration highlights his eclectic style across graphic Hoodies, Shirts, and T-shirts. Beyond the artistic capsule, the drop delivers the rugged, workwear-inspired Danke Jacket—available in Realtree camo, Navy, and Black—alongside the matching Danke Work Shirt. Rounding out the release is the return of the Classic Palace Slipper in rich leather iterations. The collection drops globally starting May 15 online.

Cutler & Gross x The Great Frog Eyewear Collab

British eyewear brand Cutler and Gross has teamed up with cult London jeweler The Great Frog to launch the "Modern Relics" titanium eyewear collection. Fronted by punk icon Billy Idol, the campaign channels the rebellious, countercultural spirit of late 1970s Los Angeles. The six-piece sunglasses collection serves as future heirlooms, seamlessly blending The Great Frog's heritage silversmithing and bohemian inspirations with Cutler and Gross's optical expertise and modern Japanese titanium. Coinciding with Idol’s new documentary, the collaboration captures a timeless, trailblazing aesthetic. The collection releases globally on May 13 via both brands' standalone stores and online, with prices ranging from £785 to £850 GBP.

The Row Summer 2026 Menswear

The Row has unveiled its Summer 2026 menswear collection, offering a laid-back, effortless approach to its signature sleek tailoring. Embracing warmer weather, the luxury label softens its sartorial edge with slimmer coat silhouettes, lightweight fabrics, and breezy shirting designed to be worn untucked or unbuttoned, such as the boxy Philo and curved-hem Pace shirts. Complementing this casual yet refined aesthetic is a lineup of ultra-minimal, flat-soled footwear. Standout pieces include the textured lambskin Clement Sneaker and the exceptionally sleek nappa leather Casa Slipper. The complete Summer 2026 collection is available now via The Row's official webstore.

fragment design x F.C. Real Bristol Capsule

To celebrate SOPH.'s month-long "FOOTBALL IS NEVER BORING" pop-up in Harajuku, Hiroshi Fujiwara’s fragment design has teamed up with F.C. Real Bristol for an exclusive soccer-inspired capsule. Bridging stadium and street style, the collection features a sleek blouson, game shirts, shorts, and T-shirts. The "football-core" apparel utilizes a vibrant "Japan Blue" base—a nod to the national team's iconic kits—accented with sharp digital camouflage patterns and fragment’s signature double thunderbolt logo. The immersive pop-up runs at Tokyo’s V.A. concept store from May 15 to June 14, 2026, with the collection launching simultaneously in-store and online.

Emotionally Unavailable and RK Capsule

Emotionally Unavailable is blurring the lines between fashion and photography by teaming up with acclaimed Japanese photographer RK for an exclusive Spring/Summer 2026 capsule. Releasing online on May 16, the six-piece collection transforms RK’s hyper-detailed global imagery into a wearable gallery. The collaboration is anchored by two distinct visual themes: the vibrant "UMBRELLA" series, featuring aligned beach parasols from the Amalfi Coast printed on a matching short-sleeve shirt, shorts, and socks set; and the "SPIRAL" series, highlighting early architectural collages on a coordinating shirt and socks. The drop is rounded out by "LOVE" and "SPIRAL" graphic T-shirts. The capsule is set to arrive online on May 16.

JJJJound Tracksuit

GOLF le FLEUR* Hats Drop

Montréal-based design studio JJJJound is redefining the modern uniform with its upcoming "Relaxed Motion" capsule, launching exclusively online on May 14. Centered around a meticulously designed Reflective Stripe Track Pant and Full Zip Parka, the collection explores a "Sports Modern" aesthetic. By blending high-end minimalism with sharp, late-nineties athletic wear, the drop focuses on shape, drape, and material over heavy branding. The elevated staples feature strategic paneling and functional reflective detailing for a balanced, retro-yet-forward-thinking look. The apparel drops on May 14 online.

SAINT Mxxxxxx SS26 Drop 10

SAINT Mxxxxxx is gearing up for the tenth drop of its Spring/Summer 2026 collection, highlighted by standout collaborations with Hollywood Trading Company (HTC) and vintage specialist BerBerJin. The HTC partnership introduces premium studded belts in black and rainbow stone variations, anchored by a bold "SAINT" motif. Meanwhile, the BerBerJin capsule delivers a meticulously crafted 1950s "2nd-type" suede shirt alongside a matching "tea-core" leather jacket and pant set designed to age beautifully over time. Rounding out the drop is a selection of heavily distressed graphic T-shirts. The collection releases on May 16 via official retailers, ranging from $200 to $2,500 USD.

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• côte&ciel x NinepointNine reimagine SARU and ISARAU bags with crinkled water‑resistant nylon and reflective stitching
• Design emphasizes everyday mobility, blending utility with sculptural form
• Releasing globally May 21 after a Hong Kong debut

côte&ciel has announced a new collaboration with NinepointNine that's built around côte&ciel’s signature SARU and ISARAU silhouettes.

The collection reinterprets these geometric forms with a focus on material sensitivity and structural clarity. A multi‑layered, subtly crinkled water‑resistant nylon gives each piece a tactile, architectural presence that holds its shape whether full or empty, while reflective white stitching traces the construction, offering both functional reinforcement and understated visibility in low light.

The côte&ciel x NinepointNine collaboration is set to make its debut on May 14t at the côte&ciel Hysan Place pop-up in Hong Kong, before seeing a wider global launch on May 21 through the brand’s online and offline stores.

côte&ciel Hysan Place HK Pop Up
Shop 330-331, Hysan Place,
500 Hennessy Rd, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

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Aitor Throup is officially back, and he is doing things entirely on his own terms. Long celebrated for his fiercely independent and structurally innovative approach to menswear, the visionary designer is launching his first ready-to-wear label, AITOR ULTRA. Rather than simply dropping a new collection, Throup is introducing an entirely new model of engagement meant to fill what he calls the "void of meaning" in the current menswea3r landscape. In an exclusive sit-down with Hypebeast, Throup revealed that the brand is designed to challenge traditional industry frameworks by inviting the audience to experience not just the final garments, but the intense conceptual process that brings them to life.

For Throup, AITOR ULTRA is the culmination of a lifelong search for the perfect creative ecosystem. The seeds for this new venture were planted a decade ago following his final New Object Research collection, eventually morphing from a project titled ANATOMYLAND into a hyper-focused fashion framework that synthesizes his entire 20-year practice. Known for his obsessive focus on the human anatomy, Throup is bringing foundational elements of his past work—like masks, veils, grown-on trouser feet, and sleeves that extend into gloves—into this new era, while introducing entirely new modular anatomies where garments can be worn and stowed in transformative ways.

Translating these highly conceptual, studio-built pieces into a scalable ready-to-wear brand is no small feat. However, applying the critical lessons in scalability he learned during his tenure as Executive Creative Director at G-Star RAW, Throup has spent the last decade refining ways to retain his sublime level of product language without compromising mass production. He is also shedding old constraints; notably, he recently ended his legendary 14-year daily drawing practice, The Daily Sketchbook Archives, to give himself the space to express his vision unapologetically and freely.

To properly introduce this new universe, Throup is pulling back the curtain with an expansive inaugural exhibition. Presented in collaboration with the Westminster Menswear Archive, the presentation will be staged at Ambika P3 in London. Opening to the public on October 23, the exhibition will offer an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at the brand’s developmental framework. Attendees will be able to view early garment prototypes alongside newly developed sculptural forms and expressive drawings—each available to purchase as unique, one-of-one procedural artifacts long before the first clothing collection hits racks in 2027.

Hypebeast: After 20 years of boundary-pushing menswear design, what specific realization drove you to launch this entirely new brand right now?

Aitor Throup: The turning point was exactly 10 years ago, when I presented the last New Object Research collection on life-size puppets. It was the first attempt to break free from the rigid conceptual constraints that I had placed on my creative practice in the first 10 years. The experiment led me to develop a new project titled ANATOMYLAND, which was originally intended to become my first Ready-to-Wear brand, but changed course in 2020 due to Covid. The project organically grew into something beyond fashion which is still very much in development. The unexpected shift made me realise that I needed to take the clothing and product developments from Anatomyland and allow them to evolve into a much more focused "fashion-specific" framework, that also incorporated and synthesised the whole 20 years of my practice so far - that is exactly what AITOR ULTRA is.

I feel an organic urge to build newness from my established "ingredients" (archetypal garments, features and details) that have naturally evolved into a sort of aesthetic system. I’m finally excited about becoming a fashion designer, after years of rejecting the components and framework I needed to do so. Also, throughout my years of experimentations and presentations in and around the fashion industry I never felt fully connected with it. The rigid systems and formats always felt boring to me. It felt like my propositions were too directional to be fully adopted… The air around fashion feels different now in my opinion. It feels like the old system inevitably collapsed. It feels like people are demanding to explore new possibilities.

How has your signature approach to anatomy and movement evolved to shape the foundational pieces of your new project?

The starting point for me has always been the same -- I have an interest in solving the problem of creating three dimensional structures that are informed by the anatomy of the human body. At one point it became clear to me that this fascination overlaps with my intention to build products that equally posses their own anatomy. I'm interested in building objects that reflect our humanity - not only physically, but also mentally and spiritually. That might sound pretentious but it’s actually very pragmatic. I believe that the most timeless and valuable creations are ones that truly reflect us - the ones that make us ‘feel’ something, either consciously or subconsciously. On a surface level, this means that anatomical features have always present in my work: from masks and veils, to grown-on trouser feet and sleeves extending into gloves; and of course these components form foundational aspects of AITOR ULTRA. But there are also completely new ultra-anatomical design features: for instance garments can be worn and stowed in different ways that organically create all together NEW modular anatomies. There is a sense of the work having its own identity, its own sense of expression. The pieces feel transformative whilst feeling strangely familiar.

What lessons in scalability from your time as Executive Creative Director at G-Star RAW are you directly applying to this new label?

I approach any project the same way - whether It’s a tenure as a Creative Director or a small collaboration. I feel the same sense of responsibility to on one hand distill and clearly express the unique nature of the brand / company / artist that I’m working with; whilst on the other hand executing the output in a way that is aspirational AND accessible within the means of the entity. The challenge I position for myself very clearly is to avoid creative compromises in the process of achieving these goals. It tends to be that the larger and more established an organisation, the more difficult it is for them to challenge conventions. However, I must say that I have been very lucky to work with so many brands that are interested in redefining what is possible - both in terms of output AND process.

I am very interested in the technical processes behind garments - I’m interested in how we use specific machines to make specific things. When I was developing the original New Object Research collection, I was simply interested in timeless beauty. The processes we invented in my studio were deeply poetic but couldn’t be recreated by any factory. The vast majority of the past 10 years has been spent on exploring ways in which we can retain that sublime level of product language without compromising scalability.

With your new brand, what specific void in the current menswear landscape are you actively trying to fill?

The void of meaning. In my opinion a good brand is like a good action movie… You want to see the movie because of the action; but you want to care about it when it happens. You want the action to build up organically, and you want to care about the protagonists when they’re in danger. A good movie ensures that the focus is on the context around the action, as opposed to the action itself. Similarly, we care about great brands because they immerse us in their story, as opposed to their product. The product becomes a mere symptom of the brand’s reason. Of course, I’ve been deeply focused on developing and refining my product to reach its potential, but one of the things that took me the longest to figure out was how to build a brand that even though is obsessive about product, is equally obsessive about the reason, concept and philosophy behind the product.

I have decided that AITOR ULTRA must be first and foremost about these procedural and conceptual components. I want to prioritise telling the story, BEFORE the product is available, so that by the time the ready-to-wear lands, anybody interested has already developed a personal connection with it. It’s like going to see a great movie adaptation of your favourite book… you already feel a sense of authority and connection in the experience. It’s empowering. That’s why we’re ‘pre-launching' the brand in October (at Ambika P3 in London, in partnership with the Westminster Menswear Archive). At this important exhibition I will present the core ethos of the project and the unique developmental story of the past 10 years, through sculptures, garment prototypes and drawings; all of which will be available to buy as procedural artefacts of the brand before it becomes a brand… All happening while the samples of the first collection are being finalised to be presented a few months later. It’s a shift in how we can consume the stories behind products; by making the process itself a part of the product proposition.

Has your notoriously meticulous sketching and prototyping process shifted as you build this new identity from the ground up?

That’s an interesting question. AITOR ULTRA is ultimately about me using my own experiences and my own sense of identity to express an unapologetic version of my vision. For years I felt like I was hiding behind my work, and I sort of lost myself in it. My drawings have always been the core foundational component of my not only my work, but my identity as a whole. In 2013 I released my New Object Research manifesto, which was a sort of containment of the logical and conceptual fundamentals of my practice. It felt instantly cathartic but also debilitating. I felt trapped by my own logic. The same year I started a daily drawing practice called The Daily Sketchbook Archives. My thinking was that I could overcome my Left-Brain’s rigid need for structure and logic by creating a platform which demanded the opposite: it allowed me to express myself freely - the drawings didn’t have to express anything consciously. However, the system itself demanded that I sustain it daily, which obviously was another form of oppression. I endured it for nearly 14 years, which still blows my mind to be honest. I stopped my daily sketches around 6 months ago.. and I’ve needed the time and space to re-calibrate my relationship to my drawings in a natural way. I now realise that all of that needed to happen for me to be able to express myself fully with AITOR ULTRA. It needs to feel like an exaggeration of my truth.

Having navigated both independent design and corporate creative direction, what does ultimate success look like for you with this new brand?

For me success looks like AITOR ULTRA meaning something special to people. I feel blessed to know first hand that my work has meant something to many people already - I feel a responsibility to create inspired work, in order to inspire others. I hope to create the tools to allow a sort of community to grow and evolve naturally out of this world that I’m building. I know that I can only take it so far… and that ultimately its path is dictated organically through cultural dynamics. That makes me very excited - I think that it’s the highest honour to create from a place of service : to the ideas, and to the consumer. We live in a consumerist society, and in one way or another we all find joy in consumption.

To me success looks like providing a unique, inspiring and meaningful way to consume equally unique, inspiring and meaningful products and experiences. I ultimately want the AITOR ULTRA world to remind people that we can reject conventions and norms if they separate us from our truth - and that in so doing we can create - and inhabit - new worlds.

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• Aerosmith and mastermind WORLD have joined forces on a nine-piece limited collection launching May 15 via ZOZOVILLA and mastermind Tokyo
• The lineup spans five short-sleeve tees, one long-sleeve tee, a cap, a bandana, and a keychain — each built around the collision of Aerosmith's historic band logos and mastermind WORLD’s signature skull motif

mastermind WORLD and Aerosmith have unveiled the Aerosmith x mastermind WORLD 2026 Special Piece Collection, a nine-piece limited run that surgically layers the Japanese brand's skull iconography over five decades' worth of Aerosmith band logos and song-title graphics. The drop arrives May 15 exclusively through ZOZOVILLA and mastermind Tokyo's Yurakucho flagship.

The collection's construction logic is precise: every piece functions as a graphic carrier, and no carrier repeats the same treatment twice. Two of the five short-sleeve tees — the Multi Band Logos S/S Tee and the Multi Icons S/S Tee — operate as archival deconstructions, pulling Aerosmith's full identity system (logos, tour insignia, song emblems) across the chest and back in dense, stacked arrangements. Three remaining short-sleeve cuts each commit to a single-song anchor: the Crazy For You Baby S/S Tee, the Let Rock Rule S/S Tee, and the Walk This Way S/S Tee isolate individual track logos as hero graphics, giving each piece a cleaner, more wearable read while still living within the skull-and-band-logo visual framework.

The Band Logos On The Sleeves L/S Tee is the collection's most technically differentiated piece and is also the premium tier, and it earns the markup by relocating the graphic program to the sleeves entirely, leaving the body as negative space. It is the only long-sleeve silhouette in the nine-piece run.

Accessories complete the drop with the same graphic discipline. The Band Logo Cap carries the skull-meets-band-logo system into headwear, while the Wing And Skull Logo Bandana strips the composition down to mastermind WORLD’s core winged-skull mark in a format built for utility. The Wing And Skull Logo Keychain is the entry point — compact, hardware-finished, and the only non-textile piece in the lineup.

All nine silhouettes share a single material and construction note not elaborated upon in the official release materials; the brand's standard for garment construction, as consistent with prior mastermind WORLD drops, applies throughout.

The Aerosmith x mastermind WORLD 2026 Special Piece Collection drops May 15 via ZOZOVILLA and in-store at mastermind Tokyo (Yurakucho).

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• Kith has officially unveiled its extensive Summer 2026 collection, enlisting actor and creative Jonah Hill to star in the seasonal campaign bridging coastal relaxation and city living

• The apparel drop features an elevated mix of premium shirting, lightweight outerwear, and versatile swimwear, alongside a robust update to the "Kith Classics" label

• On the footwear front, the release introduces the Summer 2026 8th St by Ronnie Fieg for Clarks Originals collection, bringing back the Ridgevale silhouette in five distinct, premium colorways

When it comes to executing a flawless seasonal transition, Kith is in a league of its own. For Summer 2026, founder Ronnie Fieg is fully embracing the duality of the modern warm-weather itinerary, designing a collection that seamlessly transitions from casual days by the water to late nights in the city. To perfectly capture this relaxed-yet-refined aesthetic, Kith tapped actor Jonah Hill to front the seasonal campaign. Hill's effortless cool sets the tone for a massive drop that spans from premium, lightweight tailoring and elevated accessories to a meticulously crafted, five-piece footwear collaboration with Clarks Originals.

The core of the Summer 2026 apparel lineup places a heavy emphasis on premium, breathable textiles. Kith is significantly expanding its shirting program with pieces crafted from silk-linen blends, cupro linens, crochet jerseys, and overdyed cotton. Standouts include the indigo seersucker Daley Shirt, the seasonally exclusive Julian Jersey, and an array of crisp poplin button-downs. To accommodate unpredictable weather and travel, the brand is also delivering lightweight, layerable outerwear like the Eddy Jacket and Ito Blazer, which pair perfectly with relaxed bottoms such as the Lambert Pleated Trouser and the versatile Printed Collins Swim Short. The brand also refreshed its "Kith Classics" label with vibrant camp collar shirts, summer denim sets, and retro-inspired towel terry polos.

To complete the quintessential summer uniform, Ronnie Fieg and Clarks Originals are reprising their highly successful 8th St collection, officially reintroducing the Ridgevale silhouette. The Ridgevale masterfully marries the classic heritage of Clarks’ signature Wallabee with a contemporary fisherman sandal, making it the ideal slip-on for season-long wear. Material selection is paramount this season: the Green, Navy, Black, and Coffee colorways are all crafted from premium Kennet Grain leather, specifically designed to appreciate over time and comfortably mold to the wearer's foot with each step. Rounding out the five-piece footwear collection is a brand-new Chestnut fabrication constructed from premium suede. All five iterations are anchored by Clarks' legendary crepe outsole and finished with subtle co-branding at the footbed and leather lace fobs.

Rounding out the extensive seasonal drop is a robust accessories run. Ranging from beach essentials like Canvas Monogram Totes, bucket hats, and new sunglass silhouettes to upscale accompaniments like Tumbled Leather Bags and a luxury Raffia Backgammon Board, Kith has provided everything needed for a perfect summer getaway.

By blending Jonah Hill's undeniable charisma with exceptional fabrics and the triumphant return of the Wallabee-meets-sandal Ridgevale, Kith has once again delivered a one-stop shop for summer style. Whether you are packing for the coast or navigating the concrete jungle, this collection ensures you will look the part.

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• The U.S. Postal Service has partnered with Ralph Lauren to release "American Icons," a 13-stamp commemorative pane celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary

• Marking the first time an individual has been invited to curate a complete official USPS stamp issuance, the collection features archival photographs and visuals representing shared national values

• To coincide with the stamp release, Ralph Lauren is dropping a commemorative apparel capsule on June 9, 2026, featuring a reimagined American Flag Sweater, Polo Shirt, and Ball Cap

For nearly six decades, Ralph Lauren has been the undisputed architect of modern American style, weaving the nation's heritage into a globally recognized lifestyle brand. Now, the 2025 Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient is cementing his legacy in a whole new medium: postage. In an unprecedented move to celebrate the United States' 250th anniversary, the U.S. Postal Service has tapped the legendary designer to curate "American Icons." This marks the very first time the USPS has allowed a single individual to curate an entire official stamp issuance, perfectly merging everyday utility with high-level cultural storytelling.

The "American Icons" pane is a masterclass in nostalgic curation. The collection features 13 carefully selected images drawn from Lauren’s personal archives and the distinct visuals that have inspired his storied career. Twelve stamps frame the outer edge, capturing snapshots of American resilience, utility, and beauty. Highlights include Jackie Robinson’s weathered baseball glove, a traditional Diné (Navajo) blanket woven by Naiomi Glasses, an honest pickup truck, and the towering Empire State Building.

Anchoring the pane is a striking 13th central stamp: a photograph of a knit flag designed by Ralph Lauren himself, accompanied by the text “1776 to 2026” and framed by blue denim. Additionally, the USPS is releasing a separate 2026 U.S. Flag Mail Use Stamp for everyday postage, featuring a detailed, close-up photograph of the knit texture from Lauren's universally recognizable Flag Sweater.

Because it wouldn't be a true Ralph Lauren project without a wearable element, the designer is launching a limited-edition commemorative capsule collection alongside the stamps. Set to debut globally on the day of the dedication ceremony, the apparel lineup includes a highly anticipated recreation of the iconic American Flag Sweater, a classic Polo Shirt, and a tailored Ball Cap.

By bridging the 250-year legacy of the United States Postal Service with Ralph Lauren's unparalleled eye for American heritage, the "American Icons" project is a fitting tribute to the nation's history. Whether you are a dedicated philatelist securing a sheet for your archive, or a fashion enthusiast lining up for the capsule collection, this historic collaboration delivers on all fronts. The stamps are available via USPS locations and online while the apparel will be available at select Ralph Lauren retail stores and online starting on June 9.

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• The Y-3 by Wales Bonner collection blends vintage Caribbean-British aesthetics with Yohji Yamamoto’s Japanese minimalism, featuring embroidered satin jackets and retro knits.
• Accompanied by the reptile-textured Field Lizard sneaker, the cross-cultural collaboration launches May 13 across adidas and Wales Bonner platforms.

After unveiling the Y-3 x WB adidas Field Lizzard sneaker, Wales Bonner just designed her own Y-3 collection that combines her distinct vintage style with Yohji Yamamoto’s sport-forward adidas line.

The campaign is an intimate set of vignettes, comprising a study of collectors and creators based in Tokyo, photographed in their own spaces by Takashi Homma. From traditional Japanese interiors to an African art collection, the settings reflect the cross-cultural nature of the collaboration, with Yohji Yamamoto, from Tokyo, and Wales Bonner, a British designer with Caribbean roots. The clothes are only an extension of this theme, combining Wales Bonner's affinity for retro adidas sportswear with Yamamoto's heritage-inspired details and minimalist expression.

Leading the apparel lineup is a coffee-hued Satin Track Jacket, featuring a tonal souvenir-style Japanese nature-inspired embroidery on the backside. The lustrous brown jacket is styled with the bright blue Y-3 End Pant, finished with brown stripes down the sides. Elsewhere, a tan knitted track jacket is accented with dark brown stripes and a "Y-3 WB" wordmark at the waist.

Keeping SS26 in mind, the mesh tank top and baggy shorts were essential additions to round out the collection with seasonal styles. For accessories, a brimmed beanie in two earth-toned colorways and elsewhere, a roomy patent leather handbag emblazoned with a golden Y-3 WB wordmark is a louder statement.

The collection follows the reveal of the Field Lizzard, a football-inspired low sneaker that combines reptilian and black leathers with quietly embossed logos and white stripes. Echoing the 70's sportswear feel of the apparel collection, the shoes complement the collection while standing out as the centerpiece of the collaboration between the legendary designers.

Y-3 by Wales Bonner will be available on May 13 at 10 AM CET on walesbonner.com, CONFIRMED, adidas.com, and ar select stockists.​

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• Supreme has officially unveiled its latest Spring 2026 collaboration, teaming up with influential American electronic music group SALEM
• The capsule collection channels the band's dark aesthetic across a range of apparel, highlighted by a Half Zip Stadium Jacket, Zip Up Hooded Sweatshirt, and unique Hospital Socks
• The Supreme x SALEM collection is set to release globally on May 14, 2026, with the Asia release following shortly after on May 16

Supreme is taking a deep dive into the musical underground. For its latest Spring 2026 release, the iconic New York streetwear label is joining forces with SALEM, the enigmatic American musical group that helped pioneer the dark, atmospheric electronic sound of the late 2000s. Known for their elusive nature and profound influence on modern music and fashion aesthetics, SALEM’s signature blend of gloom and grit serves as the perfect canvas for Supreme's latest collaborative capsule.

Formed in Northern Michigan in 2006 by Jack Donoghue, John Holland, and former member Heather Marlatt, SALEM built a massive cult following through early word-of-mouth, distributing their music via .zip files on web forums. They defied traditional categorization, creating a haunting sonic landscape that fused Houston chopped-n-screwed rap, Chicago juke, heavy shoegaze, experimental drone, and classical music. The release of their 2010 debut LP, King Night, was a watershed cultural moment, delivering a clashing, melodic sound that continues to be heavily referenced by artists across multiple genres today.

To celebrate the band's legacy—which includes their highly anticipated 2020 sophomore album, Fires in Heaven—Supreme has curated a six-piece collection that perfectly channels SALEM's foreboding energy. The drop is headlined by a striking Half Zip Stadium Jacket and a Zip Up Hooded Sweatshirt, offering ideal transitional layers for unpredictable spring weather. The core apparel lineup is rounded out by an S/S Top and a classic graphic Tee.

True to form, Supreme ensured the accessories matched the specific vibe of the collaboration. The collection features a co-branded New Era® fitted hat and a pair of distinctive "Hospital Socks," a subtle, gritty nod to the institutional, raw aesthetic frequently associated with the band's visual identity. By tapping a group as culturally significant and sonically unique as SALEM, Supreme continues to prove its absolute mastery of bridging the gap between niche subcultures and mainstream streetwear.

The new SALEM x Supreme Spring 2026 collaboration drops on May 14, then on May 16 in Asia via the brand's webstore and brick-and-mortar locations.

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• Tokyo select shop HOMEGAME has launched a made-to-order T-shirt collection celebrating the 55th anniversary of the Kamen Rider franchise, featuring 40 individual rider designs plus two all-star pieces spanning the Showa and Heisei eras
• Each T-shirt features a bold front-print graphic of a specific Kamen Rider, a full-body wash treatment for a vintage feel, and a HOMEGAME logo on the back
• Orders are open via HOMEGAME's official online store, with shipping scheduled for mid-July 2026

Tokyo select shop HOMEGAME has released a made-to-order T-shirt collection marking the 55th anniversary of the Kamen Rider series, spanning every major rider from the original 1971 Kamen Rider through to 2025's Kamen Rider Zetts. The collection runs to 42 pieces in total and is available exclusively through HOMEGAME's official online store during a limited order window.

The construction approach is consistent across all 42 pieces and deliberate in its specificity. Each T-shirt carries a bold graphic print of a single rider on the front, rendered at a scale that treats the subject as a visual statement rather than a subtle reference. A full-body wash treatment softens the fabric and introduces a vintage-like texture, pushing the finished garment away from the feel of standard licensed merchandise and toward something closer to a worn-in archive piece. HOMEGAME's logo sits on the back, the only branding outside of the rider graphic itself. Every piece ships in black, a single colorway that keeps the graphic as the sole point of focus and avoids the kind of color variation that can dilute a collection's coherence.

The scope of the lineup is what sets this release apart from a typical anniversary product. Forty individual rider designs means the collection functions as a comprehensive visual archive of the franchise's 55-year run, from the Showa-era riders of the 1970s and 1980s through the Heisei-era expansion that ran from 1987 to 2019 and into the current Reiwa period. Two additional all-star designs bring together Showa and Heisei riders respectively, giving collectors who want the breadth of the franchise rather than a single character a dedicated option. The made-to-order structure reinforces the collection's positioning as something for people who know exactly which rider they want rather than a general retail drop.

HOMEGAME's decision to approach Kamen Rider as a subject worthy of the same editorial attention it applies to other archival references sits within a broader pattern in Japanese select shop culture. Tokusatsu IP, which encompasses the live-action special effects television tradition that produced both Kamen Rider and Super Sentai, has increasingly appeared in collaborations with stores and brands that operate in the premium streetwear and select shop space. What HOMEGAME brings to this release specifically is the wash treatment and construction sensibility, small but meaningful signals that the collection has been thought through as a garment rather than a licensing exercise.

Orders for the Kamen Rider x HOMEGAME T-shirt collection are open via HOMEGAME's official online store through May 24, with shipping scheduled for mid-July 2026.

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• MUJI USA is presenting "Koi Continuum" at its Fifth Avenue flagship from May 14 to June 7, a free-to-visit installation created by Japanese textile designer Reiko Sudo and French designer Adrien Gardère as part of the brand's ReMUJI resource circulation initiative
• The work transforms customer-donated MUJI garments, collected, dyed, rewashed, and reassembled into koinobori, traditional Japanese carp streamers, that now adorn the store's interior
• The exhibition extends the original "Koi Current" installation created by Sudo and Gardère, recontextualizing it through reclaimed materials to explore how objects carry meaning across multiple lives and owners

MUJI USA has opened "Koi Continuum," a large-scale installation at its Fifth Avenue flagship in New York, running from May 14 through June 7. Created by textile designer Reiko Sudo of NUNO Corporation and French designer Adrien Gardère of Studio Adrien Gardère, the work transforms clothing donated by MUJI customers into koinobori, the traditional Japanese carp streamers associated with the wish for children's health and resilience.

The material process is the piece. Garments collected from customers through MUJI's ReMUJI initiative were dyed, rewashed, and cut apart before being reconstituted as the carp streamer forms now hanging in the store. The resulting koinobori are not replicas of traditional versions but composites of the many fabrics that passed through the process, each one visually distinct depending on which donated textiles went into its construction. The physical object that emerges carries the accumulated decisions of everyone who wore the original garments, even as those garments have ceased to exist in their original form.

Reiko Sudo is one of Japan's most internationally recognized textile designers. Working from NUNO Corporation, she has spent decades developing fabrics that combine traditional Japanese dyeing and weaving techniques with contemporary industrial processes. Her work is held in the permanent collections of MoMA, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, and the Victoria and Albert Museum, among others. Since 2008 she has served as a textile design consultant for Ryohin Keikaku, MUJI's parent company. Adrien Gardère brings a different kind of institutional fluency. His Paris-based studio has designed permanent displays for 13 major international museums and more than 80 temporary exhibitions worldwide, working alongside practices including Foster + Partners, Herzog & de Meuron, and SANAA. The 2020 Medal of the French Academy of Architecture Foundation sits among his recognitions. Together, the two designers bring a combined credibility to "Koi Continuum" that positions it clearly outside the category of retail activation.

The philosophical anchor is ReMUJI, the resource circulation initiative MUJI launched in 2010. The program collects, reuses, and regenerates items that have completed their primary use cycle, drawing consciously on a much older Japanese practice: during the Edo period, worn clothing was re-dyed with indigo so it could continue to be used. MUJI frames that historical precedent not as nostalgia but as evidence that a different relationship with objects has existed before and can exist again. "Koi Continuum" makes that argument physically rather than rhetorically. Where a conventional sustainability campaign might talk about circularity, this installation puts the reclaimed garments on display in the form of something new, asking visitors to trace the line between what an object was and what it has become.

For a brand built on the principle of rational sufficiency, the exhibition is a natural extension of the founding logic. MUJI has always argued that good objects deserve to last. "Koi Continuum" follows that argument to its next stage: that lasting means changing form, not simply enduring unchanged.

"Koi Continuum" is on view at MUJI Fifth Avenue from May 14 through June 7.

MUJI Fifth Avenue
475 Fifth Ave
New York, NY

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• Montréal-based design studio JJJJound is launching its new "Relaxed Motion" capsule exclusively online on May 14
• The highly anticipated drop is anchored by the Reflective Stripe Track Pant and Full Zip Parka, blending contemporary daily wear with sharp late-nineties athletic references
• The collection highlights a "Sports Modern" aesthetic, utilizing functional reflective details, thoughtful paneling, and minimal silhouettes for a balanced, elevated look

JJJJound is continuing to quietly redefine the modern uniform. Following a series of highly curated spring releases, the Montréal-based design studio has officially unveiled its latest seasonal offering: the "Relaxed Motion" capsule. Centered around a meticulously designed Reflective Stripe Track Pant and an accompanying Full Zip Parka, the drop seamlessly merges high-end minimalism with nostalgic athletic wear, proving once again that Justin Saunders and his team are absolute masters of subtle elevation.

At the core of the upcoming release is an exploration of what JJJJound describes as "Sports Modern." The design ethos for this capsule relies heavily on contrast, pitting relaxed, contemporary athletic pieces against the sharper, more structured silhouettes reminiscent of late-nineties tracksuits. By stripping away excess branding and focusing entirely on shape, drape, and material, the studio allows both references to coexist without hierarchy, creating versatile staples that feel simultaneously retro and forward-thinking.

The standout pieces of the collection—the Reflective Stripe Track Pant and Full Zip Parka—perfectly encapsulate this careful balance. Rather than relying on loud colors or oversized logos to make a statement, JJJJound injects energy into the garments through strategic paneling and functional reflective detailing. In tandem with the apparel announcement, JJJJound also showcased a closer look at its upcoming, minimalist New Balance 1890 collaboration. Staying true to the brand's stripped-back philosophy, the unreleased runner features a sleek, heavily blacked-out upper contrasted by a crisp white midsole and tongue. A final release date for the sneakers remains unconfirmed.

As the line between daily leisurewear and elevated fashion continues to blur, JJJJound's "Relaxed Motion" drop arrives as a masterclass in quiet execution. Fans looking to upgrade their transitional wardrobe with these sleek, nineties-inspired athletic staples won't have to wait long to secure the set. The set drops online on May 14.

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• NEIGHBORHOOD and AIRBUGGY PET have collaborated on a pet stroller built around NEIGHBORHOOD's original reflective ripstop fabric, adding water-repellent and safety-oriented performance properties to AIRBUGGY's flagship model
• The stroller features a front-mounted NEIGHBORHOOD logo patch rendered in reflective material, carrying the brand's signature hardware-meets-workwear aesthetic into an entirely new product category
• The collaboration is available through NEIGHBORHOOD directly operated stores, its online store, and authorized retailers

NEIGHBORHOOD and AIRBUGGY PET have released a collaborative pet stroller, applying NEIGHBORHOOD's original reflective ripstop material to the base architecture of AIRBUGGY's flagship model. 

The material is where the collaboration earns its keep. NEIGHBORHOOD's reflective ripstop fabric brings two functional upgrades to AIRBUGGY PET's stroller foundation: water repellency and enhanced visibility in low-light conditions. Ripstop construction itself is borrowed from military and outdoor gear traditions, a woven grid pattern designed to prevent tears from spreading across the fabric face. NEIGHBORHOOD has worked within this material register throughout its history, applying utilitarian textiles sourced from workwear and tactical gear to everyday carry products, outerwear, and accessories. The pet stroller is an extension of that logic into a category the brand hasn't previously occupied.

The reflective element is the construction's most visually distinctive feature. A NEIGHBORHOOD logo patch rendered entirely in reflector material anchors the front of the stroller, functioning both as brand identification and as a practical safety detail for owners walking pets after dark. The choice to use the same reflective material for branding as for the body fabric keeps the design language internally consistent, avoiding the kind of contrast-logo application that would read as decoration rather than function.

AIRBUGGY PET provides the structural foundation. The Japanese pet mobility brand has built its reputation on three-wheel stroller designs built around air-filled tires, prioritizing ride quality and maneuverability for pets across different terrain. The collaboration retains that base architecture, with NEIGHBORHOOD's material and detailing layered over it. The result sits at the intersection of two very specific areas of Japanese consumer culture: the country's deep investment in premium pet care, and its parallel appetite for streetwear collaborations that extend brand identity into daily life objects.

The NEIGHBORHOOD x AIRBUGGY PET stroller is available now through NEIGHBORHOOD directly operated stores, its online store, and authorized retailers.

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• Streetwear label Emotionally Unavailable has partnered with renowned photographer RK for a special collaborative Spring/Summer 2026 capsule
• Set to release on May 16, 2026, the collection features six items including shirts, T-shirts, shorts, and socks
• The designs heavily incorporate RK's striking photography from around the world, specifically highlighting scenic shots from Amalfi, Italy, and architectural collages from his early archives

Emotionally Unavailable is officially blurring the lines between photography and fashion. The hyped streetwear imprint has just announced a brand-new collaborative capsule for Spring/Summer 2026, teaming up with acclaimed Japanese photographer RK. Known for his dense, hyper-detailed urban and landscape photography, RK's masterful eye has been completely transformed into a wearable gallery. The upcoming six-piece collection carefully translates his stunning visual narratives onto premium summer staples, arriving later this month.

The collaboration is anchored by two distinct visual themes drawn directly from RK's extensive global portfolio. The standout "UMBRELLA" series transports wearers to the stunning coastline of Amalfi, Italy. Utilizing a photograph of perfectly aligned beach parasols, the image has been adapted into a matching S/S Shirt, Shorts, and Socks set. The repeating, vibrant pattern captures the essence of European summer and offers a light, breezy aesthetic perfect for the warmer months ahead.

On the other end of the spectrum is the "SPIRAL" series, which leans heavily into RK's roots in street and architectural photography. Using collaged images taken on his early iPhones, the pieces emphasize perspective and structural lines. The monochromatic, overlapping nuances of the buildings create a striking, complex design applied to a S/S Shirt and matching Socks. The capsule is rounded out by the "LOVE" and "SPIRAL" graphic S/S T-shirts, giving fans a more traditional, easy-to-style option to celebrate the collaboration.

By transforming high-level photography into everyday streetwear, Emotionally Unavailable and RK have delivered one of the most visually compelling capsules of the summer season. Whether you are aiming for the full Amalfi Coast set or a standalone graphic tee, this limited-edition release is a must-have for fans of both contemporary fashion and visual art. The capsule is set to arrive online on May 16.

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• SOPH. is launching a special month-long pop-up event titled “FOOTBALL IS NEVER BORING” at the V.A. concept store in Harajuku, Tokyo, running from May 15 to June 14, 2026
• To kick off the event, Hiroshi Fujiwara’s fragment design is collaborating with F.C.Real Bristol on an exclusive capsule collection featuring a blouson, game shirts, shorts, and T-shirts
• Leaning heavily into international soccer aesthetics, the apparel is anchored by a vibrant "Japan Blue" base, highlighted by digital camouflage accents and fragment's iconic thunderbolt logo

The beautiful game is getting a streetwear upgrade. As global soccer fever continues to influence high-end fashion, SOPH. is stepping onto the pitch with its latest experiential retail event: "FOOTBALL IS NEVER BORING." Set to take over the V.A. concept store in Harajuku, Tokyo, the month-long pop-up promises an immersive dive into soccer-inspired culture. But the real draw for streetwear enthusiasts is the event's inaugural release—a highly anticipated collaborative capsule between F.C. Real Bristol and Hiroshi Fujiwara's legendary imprint, fragment design.

Bridging the gap between the stadium and the street, the F.C. Real Bristol x fragment design collection delivers a masterful take on modern athletic wear. The lineup includes a sleek blouson, a matching game shirt and shorts set, and co-branded graphic T-shirts. Fujiwara’s meticulous eye for detail is on full display, utilizing a rich "Japan Blue"—a direct nod to the national team's iconic kits—as the foundational color for the capsule.

To give the pieces a sharp, contemporary edge, the blue base is heavily accented with an aggressive digital camouflage pattern. And because no fragment design collaboration is complete without its signature branding, each item in the collection is stamped with Fujiwara’s universally recognized double thunderbolt logo, instantly elevating these functional sportswear pieces into coveted collector's items.

The collection will serve as the opening anchor for the "FOOTBALL IS NEVER BORING" pop-up, which will be open daily in the heart of Shibuya. For fans unable to make it to the physical space in Harajuku, the brands are ensuring a widespread release across SOPH.'s physical and digital footprints.

By merging F.C. Real Bristol’s authentic soccer DNA with the unmatched cultural cachet of fragment design, this capsule is a massive win for fans of the booming "football-core" aesthetic. Whether you are wearing it to a match or styling it for the city, this Japan Blue collection proves that soccer and streetwear are a perfectly matched team. The collection drops on Mat 15 online starting from 12 p.m. JST at SOPH. and the pop-up location at the V.A. Concept Store from May 15 to June 14, 2026.

 

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• Paris-based Études Studio tapped artist Maia Ruth Lee for a collaborative capsule expanding on their 2026 Spring/Summer collection, Surroundings
• The lineup features a jacket, button up, pants, a silk scarf and tee, emblazoned with patterning inspired by Lee’s Bondage Baggage series

In the run-up to warmer months, Études Studio let loose a collaborative capsule with artist Maia Ruth Lee.

Keeping on the Land Art inspirations of their 2026 Spring/Summer collection, Surroundings, the new lineup reimagines Lee’s Bondage Baggage across a series of garments, each their own physical gesture of place and memory.

The collection centers the figure of the artist, and their wardrobe, in turn. Staples are reworked with outdoor utility at heart; silhouettes are engineered for motion. Soft, confident tailoring meets workwear tradition in an elegant, earthy lineup perfect for a busy studio day.

A look book, shot by Peter Sutherland in Lee’s San Francisco studio, puts the pieces in motion. A handful of easy captures sees the artist donning a matching Hooded Jacket and Loose Pant set, for example, bundling and painting a cartographic composition, embedding her artistic research directly into the fabric.

Shop the full Études Studio x Maia Ruth Lee capsule via the label’s web store.

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• The Row’s Summer 2026 menswear collection embraces effortless luxury with relaxed tailoring, lightweight fabrics, and unbuttoned shirting designed to be worn untucked.
• Complementing the casual-sartorial balance is a range of minimal footwear, including lambskin sneakers and nappa leather slippers, now available at the brand’s official webstore.

For Summer 2026, The Row is leaning into an easier interpretation of its sleek, simply tailored menswear line. Opting for flat-soled shoes and free-hanging shirttails to soften its more tailored silhouettes, the collection is a laid-back expression of the Olsen twins’ elusive luxury label.

In the easy, yet intimate lookbook, casual black-and-white photos of the full looks are countered by personal closeups in full color. The concept illustrates this season’s careful balance of The Row’s elevated sartorial energy and its intentionally effortless expression. Coats and suit jackets are rendered in either slimmer shapes or lighter fabrics this Summer, while shirting is worn untucked or with the sleeves and collar open. Shirts like the Philo, in a cotton chambray boxy fit, and the Pace Shirt, in cotton poplin with a curved hem, are ideal for untucked looks depending on desired styling.

Notably, the footwear complements these office-appropriate looks with a casual punctuation: soft leather flats, slim white leather runners, and classic black penny loafers. The Clement Sneaker is composed of textured lambskin leather upper, featuring topstitched details and rubber sole. It echoes the cohort of minimal flat-soled sneakers dropping in time for Summer — a step up from the Jil Sander x Puma K Street, which leans further into sport functionality. Alternatively, the Casa Slipper couldn’t be more minimal in smooth nappa leather and an elastic heel.

Shop The Row’s Summer 2026 Menswear now at the brand’s official webstore.

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• A Ma Maniére's latest flagship serves as a permanent cultural landmark in Atlanta’s historic Old Fourth Ward neighborhood
• Architectural design splits the facade between a historic Edgewood Avenue sensibility and a modern Boulevard-facing progression
• The interior programming integrates the "Maison" retail experience with specialized "Living Suites" and high-concept hospitality zones

A Ma Maniére has officially unveiled its most ambitious physical footprint to date: a 23,000-square-foot flagship located on Edgewood Avenue in Atlanta. Situated in the heart of the Old Fourth Ward, the expansive development marks a significant shift from traditional boutique retail toward a fully integrated cultural ecosystem, housing the brand’s "Maison" retail concept, luxury "Living Suites" and a dedicated culinary program.

The structure is defined by a deliberate architectural tension intended to reflect the neighborhood's evolution and Black cultural history. On the Edgewood Avenue side, the building maintains a historic sensibility, preserving the original textures and rhythms of the local landscape. This transitions into a Boulevard-facing exterior that utilizes a modern architectural language, creating a visual dialogue between Atlanta’s heritage and its future trajectory.

Internally, the programming is segmented into distinct sensory environments. The retail floor, dubbed A Ma Maniére “Maison,” adopts the structural logic of a high-fashion house, prioritizing curated atmospheres over traditional commerce layouts. Above the retail floor, the "Living Suites" offer a hospitality component where each room — named The Morrison, The Hurston, The Baldwin, The Simone and The King — serves as a technical study in luxury living, designed to immerse guests in a specific cultural aesthetic.

The facility’s secondary zones include "The Galerie" and "The Reserve." The former is a dedicated space for gathering and exchange, focused on atmospheric presence rather than transaction. "The Reserve" anchors the building’s hospitality wing, functioning as a culinary ecosystem that integrates food and beverage into the brand's wider retail philosophy. Every square foot of the 23,000-square-foot layout is engineered to engage sight, sound and taste, moving away from the isolated boutique model toward a total-environment flagship.

A Ma Maniére Atlanta
479 Edgewood Ave
Atlanta, GA 30312

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• UNIQLO has announced the second wave of its Pokémon 30th anniversary UT collection, a men's graphic tee lineup built around monochrome game dot pixel art renderings of Pokémon and protagonists from the original series
• The four tees arrive in White, Gray, and Black, each constructed from 100% cotton and sized XS through 4XL, with extended sizes available exclusively online
• The collection is scheduled for late July 2026 at UNIQLO stores nationwide in Japan and the UNIQLO online store; pricing has not been confirmed

UNIQLO UT has unveiled the second wave of its Pokémon collaboration, timed to the franchise's 30th anniversary in 2026. Where the first drop drew from watercolor-touch official artwork of the original generation, this second wave takes a different route entirely, building its men's graphic tees around monochrome game dot pixel art representations of Pokémon and their trainers. Four T-shirts in White, Gray, and Black are slated to arrive in late July 2026 via UNIQLO stores nationwide and the UNIQLO online store in Japan.

The graphic decision at the center of this drop is worth unpacking. The game dot pixel art is a direct reference to the visual constraints of the original Game Boy hardware, where Pokémon and trainers existed as arrangements of monochrome pixels on a 160x144 screen. Rendering that aesthetic on a contemporary cotton tee without adding color, modernizing the forms, or smoothing the edges into something more legible is a specific curatorial call. UNIQLO's men's line commits to the monochrome fully, preserving the graphic logic of the source material rather than interpreting it.

That restraint also separates the second wave from the first. UNIQLO's earlier 26SS Pokémon UT used watercolor-touch renderings of first-generation characters, leaning into an official art aesthetic that felt softer and more broadly accessible. The pixel grid approach of the second wave is more specific, more archival, and in some ways more demanding of the wearer as a reader — the graphic only resolves fully if you already know what you're looking at. That specificity is appropriate for a 30th anniversary milestone, which is less about introducing the franchise to new audiences and more about marking it for those who have carried it across three decades.

Construction across all four tees is 100% cotton, machine washable, and sized XS through 4XL, with the extended sizes XS, XXL, 3XL, and 4XL available exclusively through the online store. The three base colors — White, Gray, and Black — keep the focus on the graphics without competing with them. On a monochrome pixel design, the shirt color functions as a second element of the composition, and the neutral palette reflects that.

The UNIQLO x Pokémon UT 2026 SS Second Wave is scheduled for late July 2026 at UNIQLO stores nationwide in Japan and the UNIQLO Japan online store.

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• Palace Skateboards continues its Summer 2026 rollout with a highly anticipated Drop 2, highlighted by an exclusive collaboration with multidisciplinary artist Dick Jewell
• A defining figure of London’s iconic 1980s Buffalo scene, Jewell’s profound influence on music and fashion is celebrated across a range of graphic Hoodies, Shirts, and T-shirts.
• Beyond the artist capsule, the drop features functional, rugged staples like the Danke Jacket and Danke Work Shirt, along with the return of the Classic Palace Slipper

When Palace Skateboards dives into British cultural history, it never misses. For its Summer 2026 Drop 2, the London-based imprint is shifting the spotlight to a true pioneer of the city's creative underground: Dick Jewell. Widely recognized as a key figure in the iconic 1980s Buffalo movement, Jewell’s multidisciplinary approach seamlessly blended graphic design, cinema, and printmaking, leaving an indelible mark on both music and fashion. Now, his visionary aesthetic is taking center stage in a collaborative capsule that turns everyday streetwear into a wearable gallery.

The Dick Jewell collaboration anchors Palace's weekly release, translating the artist’s thought-provoking visual narratives onto a series of premium canvases. The collection highlights Jewell's eclectic, mixed-media style through a cohesive range of Hoodies, woven Shirts, and graphic T-shirts. By integrating his high-brow, culturally significant artwork into accessible skate silhouettes, Palace continues its long-standing tradition of championing influential British artists while delivering some of the most visually compelling pieces of the season.
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But Drop 2 isn't entirely rooted in art history; it also delivers on Palace's signature blend of functional utility and laid-back comfort. Rounding out the apparel side of the release are the rugged, workwear-inspired "Danke" pieces. The Danke Jacket arrives in a trio of versatile colorways—Realtree camouflage, Navy, and Black—providing durable outerwear options for unpredictable summer weather. Fans can also pair it with the matching Danke Work Shirt, dropping in crisp White and Navy, for a complete, elevated utilitarian look.

To bring the drop together, Palace is ensuring your summer footwear rotation stays as relaxed as possible. The brand is reintroducing its Classic Palace Slipper, available in rich Black and Brown leather iterations. Whether lounging post-skate or stepping out for a casual coffee, the slippers perfectly embody the brand's irreverent, effortlessly cool ethos.

By seamlessly bridging the gap between London's historic 1980s subcultures and modern skate utility, Palace’s Summer 2026 Drop 2 is a masterclass in curated storytelling. From archive-inspired art pieces to rugged workwear and premium lounging footwear, this week's lineup offers something essential for every facet of the summer wardrobe. Check out the Summer 2026 Drop 2 above. The pieces release on May 15 at 11:00 a.m. BST in the UK, Europe, and US, and on May 16 in Japan, Korea, China, and Australia via the Palace Skateboards webstore and Palace Skateboards stores.

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