8 Drops You Don’t Want to Miss This Week

As someone who has spent years delving into the world of fashion and its evolution over time, I must say that the upcoming collections are truly a testament to the creativity and versatility of today’s designers. From the classic Americana vibes of Tommy Hilfiger’s New Year capsule, featuring Jisoo of BlACKPINK, to the daring fusion of Y2K raver culture with traditional prep styles in A BATHING APE’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection, it seems that designers are pushing boundaries and redefining what we thought we knew about fashion.

My personal favorite is undoubtedly BAPE’s SS25 collection. As a child of the ’90s, I can’t help but appreciate the nostalgia-inducing blend of Y2K aesthetics with traditional prep styles. It’s a bold move that speaks to the fearless and expressive spirit of the era, while also subverting expectations by incorporating wild reinterpretations of BAPE’s signature camo pattern into preppy silhouettes.

And let me tell you, if you thought I was done being impressed, think again! The collaboration between iconic American brands like Dickies and BAPE is nothing short of genius. Who knew denim workwear could be so chic? It’s the perfect marriage of function and fashion, making it a must-have for any streetwear enthusiast.

But let me leave you with this: I’ve seen trends come and go, but I’ve never seen a collection quite like this one. So, my fellow fashion lovers, get ready to shake things up in your wardrobe and embrace the fearless spirit of these upcoming collections! And as for those who say fashion has no sense of humor, just remember: nothing says “I’m feeling confident” like rocking a denim jumpsuit with BAPE’s iconic camo print…right? 😉

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

Leading the lineup is the revival of Louis Vuitton and Takashi Murakami’s sought-after partnership, showcasing a reissued series that brings back 21st-century pop culture references into prominence. This collaboration merges Japanese art, sci-fi, anime, and cute kawaii characters with Louis Vuitton’s most iconic shapes. Meanwhile, Billionaire Boys Club partners with Bounty Hunter for their inaugural collaboration, encompassing a wide range of products from hoodies to hockey jerseys, headwear, and letterman jackets. This collaboration carries over the sports theme to BAPE’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection, which juxtaposes Y2K rave culture with Ivy League fashion. The collection integrates prep themes into rave-themed pieces, featuring signature camouflage patterns and various sportswear items like jerseys, denim pieces, tracksuits, and more. Tommy Hilfiger starts 2025 with a campaign featuring Jisoo for their New Year capsule, which pays tribute to the brand’s classic silhouettes and showcases its signature preppy style. Lastly, Dickies and Schott NYC team up on a new capsule, combining their workwear expertise by co-designing enhanced versions of their most recognizable work jackets. Carhartt WIP introduces a special edition reversible active jacket for the Japanese market, while KITH Tokyo unveils its debut collection in collaboration with Yutaka Fujiwara’s denim brand, New Manual.

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

Levi’s x BEAMS “SUPER WIDE COLLECTION”

Levi’s and BEAMS have reunited for their fifth collaboration, highlighting the “SUPER WIDE COLLECTION” that debuted in 2021. This partnership has garnered attention not just locally but globally. They are now back with a fresh denim collection in two distinct colors. The offering encompasses a joint denim jacket, jeans, and a t-shirt, emphasizing the LOT 506XX and vintage 1950s 501XX outlines. Pre-orders for these items will begin online from January 2nd.

Louis Vuitton x Murakami Re-Edition Collection

Louis Vuitton and Takashi Murakami are revisiting one of their highly sought-after collaborations to mark their 20th anniversary. They’re launching a new collection inspired by their groundbreaking collaboration, which originally took place two decades ago. The Louis Vuitton x Murakami collection includes over 200 items, featuring Murakami’s unique characters and lively designs on classic LV accessories such as City Bags, scarves, sunglasses, jewelry, shoes, perfumes, and more. The initial release of this collection will be available online starting from January 1.

Billionaire Boys Club x BOUNTY HUNTER First Collab

Billionaire Boys Club is wrapping up the year with another collaborative capsule, this time joining forces with Bounty Hunter for a series of co-branded clothing items ranging from hoodies to hockey jerseys. The line includes hoodies, varsity jackets, crewnecks, and graphic tees and will be available online starting January 2nd, right after New Year’s Day. This new collection also features popular athletic styles.

Schott NYC x Dickies Collaboration

Schott, a label based in New York, and Dickies have joined forces to create a line of workwear for the new year. By combining their knowledge about materials, they’ve designed a collection called the Schott x Dickies capsule. The basis for this partnership is Dickies’ traditional cotton twill workwear. Schott has then collaborated to design more sophisticated versions of Dickies’ iconic work jacket and double-knee trousers. Other items in this collection include work jackets in shades of turquoise, navy, and black. Starting from January 1st, you can purchase the Schott x Dickies collection online.

Carhartt WIP Reversible Active Jacket

Carhartt WIP is kicking off the New Year by introducing a unique, Japan-exclusive colorway for their Active Jacket. This jacket features a polyurethane construction that gives it a genuine leather appearance and feel. It boasts a classic fit, and its reversible design offers two distinct styles: one side in a tonal green, leather-like texture, and the other in black quilted lining. The jacket will be available for purchase online starting from January 2nd.

KITH x New Manual Debut Collaboration

In a joint effort, KITH’s Tokyo line and Yutaka Fujiwara’s denim brand New Manual have come together for their first collaborative capsule, which emphasizes simplicity and authenticity. The collaboration is showcased in a lookbook headed by Masaru Kasamatsu. This duo has produced a two-piece denim collection that reflects both skill and originality.

The collection includes a pair of painter pants, modeled after a 1970s vintage piece worn by Junya Matano, the director of KITH Tokyo. The jacket is a contemporary update of Fujiwara’s cowboy jacket from the 1930s. This collaborative capsule will be available at KITH Tokyo starting January 2nd, through a lottery system.

Tommy Hilfiger New Year Capsule

In tribute to Tommy Hilfiger’s enduring shapes, the brand combines its renowned red, blue, and white colors with its varsity style for its New Year assortment, which captures the festive mood. Jisoo from BlACKPINK showcases the new line in the advertising campaign. Key items in the collection are a sweater featuring a twisted knot logo, Breton-striped cardigans, and a red Henley dress that represents the joy of the approaching New Year. The collection is now accessible online.

BAPE SS25 Collection

For Spring/Summer 2025, A BATHING APE delves into the juxtaposition between the vibrant culture of Y2K ravers and traditional preppy style. By incorporating BAPE’s iconic emblems, this extensive collection showcases a daring approach to fashion, blending club-inspired designs with bold expressions and challenging conventional notions of exclusivity by reimagining Ivy League apparel. The SS25 line features audacious updates to the signature camouflage pattern paired with preppy shapes that seamlessly combine sports jerseys and camp collar shirts. This collection will be available online starting January 4, 2025.

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