8 Drops You Don’t Want to Miss This Week

As someone who has spent a significant part of my life in denim and climbing gear, I must say these latest collaborations have truly caught my attention. The Levi’s Jeans x SATISFY collection is an innovative blend of two iconic brands that cater to the needs of adventurous souls like myself.

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

Starting off the collection is a collaboration between Palace and NEEDLES, showcasing a 23-piece line that combines lively patterns and designs inspired by blokescene culture. Following this, Nanga presents its NEIGHBORHOOD capsule, offering stylish down jackets, gloves, and Subu shoes designed for adaptability in cold weather conditions. In partnership with PHINGERIN, NEIGHBORHOOD creates a seven-piece streetwear collection, which includes distressed knits and corduroy pants. HAVEN emphasizes the use of GORE-TEX PRO technology in their Fall/Winter 2024 collection, offering windproof outerwear with seam-sealed construction suitable for extreme climates. POTR collaborates with UNION TOKYO on Helmet Bags, inspired by Judo and featuring expandable storage. The North Face Purple Label unites with nanamica for their third upcycled collection, showcasing reversible Sherpa jackets made from excess fabrics. SIWILAI partners with KAWS to release a limited-edition tee collection, featuring the artist’s signature XX eyes and Sun logo, exclusively available at SIWILAI. Lastly, Levi’s teams up with SATISFY to introduce the 501 Re-Possessed Climb Jeans, which are vintage denim reworked with climbing-specific features and paired with Cordura tees.

Catch this week’s 8 drops you don’t want to miss below.

Palace x Needles Capsule Collection

As a dedicated fan, I’m thrilled to share that I’ve been part of an exciting collaboration between Palace and Keizo Shimizu’s NEEDLES! This 23-piece capsule brings together vibrant patterns, bold prints, and a hint of blokecore design, featuring velour-paneled tracksuits and toweling T-shirts that I can’t wait to add to my wardrobe.

Nanga x NEIGHBORHOOD Capsule

For the Fall/Winter 2024 season, Nanga teams up once again with NEIGHBORHOOD, presenting a stylish six-piece assortment. This includes trendy down jackets, gloves, and Subu shoes marked with both brands in shades of gray and black. The collection also offers a Down Half Blanket boasting bold NEIGHBORHOOD typography and a quilted drawstring bag, seamlessly combining practical features with a minimalist aesthetic. The collaboration is now live on Nanga’s official online store starting from December 7.

HAVEN GORE-TEX Focused FW24 Collection

Haven presents its Fall/Winter 2024 assortment, showcasing GORE-TEX PRO and WINDSTOPPER innovations to ensure optimal weather resistance and versatility. Engineered for resilience in tough environments, this collection offers windproof, water-repellent items with Primaloft Gold insulation for remarkable lightweight durability. Ideal for winter activities or outdoor pursuits, the range prioritizes performance and practicality, now accessible through Haven’s official website.

POTR x UNION TOKYO Collaboration

Union Tokyo and POTR have teamed up to create a two-piece Helmet Bag capsule collection, drawing inspiration from Judo uniforms. This rugged canvas line showcases lapel-like details that add a unique touch. The assortment consists of a practical 2Way Helmet Bag with an extendable pocket for extra space and a compact Shoulder Bag designed for daily necessities. The capsule will be available starting December 10 at Porter, Union Tokyo/Osaka stores, and online.

The North Face Purple Label New Upcycled Range

In a new development, The North Face Purple Label and nanamica reveal their third collection made from excess materials, aiming to minimize waste and enhance quality. One of the standout pieces in this line is the RP Field Reversible Jacket, which boasts a two-sided design: one side resembling a traditional khaki work jacket, while the other features Sherpa fleece. Both sides come equipped with practical pockets. This collection hits the stores on December 13, reinforcing the brands’ dedication to eco-friendly practices and eliminating waste in the fashion industry.

NEIGHBORHOOD x PHINGERIN Capsule

Neighborhood and FINGERIN collaborate on their inaugural capsule collection, showcasing a series of seven streetwear items embellished with unique accents. This assortment encompasses outerwear, hoodies, t-shirts, trousers, and balaclavas. Noteworthy pieces include the PG1 Savage Knit, resembling a distressed denim jacket, collage graphic hoodies and t-shirts, as well as corduroy Bontage pants equipped with back zips. The collection drops on December 14th, and it can be purchased online or in-store at Neighborhood locations. Prices for these items range from $90 to $792 USD.

SIWILAI x KAWS Limited Edition Release

Siwilai Store in Bangkok collaborates with KAWS for a special limited-release collection as part of their “Permanent Vacation: Friends of Siwilai” series, following partnerships with brands like VERDY and UNDERCOVER. The collection showcases KAWS’ iconic XX eyes incorporated into unique designs of the Siwilai name and Sun logo on black and white t-shirts. This exclusive collaboration becomes available for purchase starting December 12, 2024, only at Siwilai Store in Central Embassy.

Levi’s Jeans x SATISFY

Refashioning the legendary 501 jeans for climbers, Levi’s introduces the 501 Re-Vamped Climbing Jeans. These jeans are made from carefully selected vintage 501s dating back to the 80s and 90s. They come with practical upgrades such as an adjustable belt, reinforced Dyneema patches, and a built-in chalk brush compartment, seamlessly blending climbing utility with classic design. In tandem with the robust SoftCell Cordura T-Shirt, this collection goes live on both SATISFY and Levi’s websites starting December 12.

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