The Levi’s Artist Series is a project between Levi’s and different designers and artists from around the world. The first artist that Levi’s worked with was with Matzu MTP, a Japanese artist which mixes traditional Japanese techniques with urban American inspirations to create something unseen before. The second artist that Levi’s worked with was KAWS, an artist from New York that is considered one of the most well known graf artist in the world. Lastly, Levi’s gotten together with jeffstaple from Staple Design to create the 3rd installment from this series. Here is a sneak peek at the denim which will release sometime mid November. Stay tuned for more details.
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The FLU line represents a sub-division of the originators of denim, Levi’s. With a theme revolving around sports culture and streetwear, the FLU division incorporates some more liberal design themes. A preview of their upcoming 2007 Fall Collection includes the Consept L/S Border Tee, Consept L/S Dot Tee and the Loose Fit Monogram Cool Max Chino. Some of FLU’s previous collaborations have included famous Seattle Mariners outfielder Ichiro Suzuki and Japanese football star Hidetoshi Nakata. Available soon on Zozotown.
A new pair of Levi’s Fenom is set to release on September 29th. The Crystal Disco Decoration model is heavily encrusted with Swarovski crystals. A “wind” styled crystal design can be seen on the rear yoke. Seven different styles and sizes of crystals were used. Priced at ¥45,150 (approximately $391 USD).
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Stüssy recently collaborated with Levi’s on a pair of 505 cut jeans. The denim incorporates some cool features which include reflective stitching as well as giving the iconic Levi’s patch the reflective treatment. The back pocket bears the phrase “Increase the Peace” in cursive font. Both black and indigo versions will be available September 29th with a price tag of ¥23,100 (approximately $200 USD).
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