Garret Smith Threads by Woodbury University

ISSUE 3 | VOLUME 1

THREADS STREETS MEET HYPE

LIL YATCHY X BAPE THE ART OF STREETWEAR

KAWS TAKES OVER THE GLOBE THE RETURN OF STM THE SLEEPING GIANT OF JAPAN THE HUNDREDS

TABLE OF CONTENTS 4 HOMAGE TO HARAJUKU 5 HOMAGE TO HARAJUKU 6 HOMAGE TO HARAJUKU 7 HOMAGE TO HARAJUKU 8 HOMAGE TO HARAJUKU 9 HOMAGE TO HARAJUK 10 PRODUCT REVIEW 11 PRODUCT REVIEW 12 FROM THE EDITOR 13 BY THE NUMBERS 14 Q&A BOBBY HUNDREDS

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15 Q&A BOBBY HUNDREDS 16 Q&A BOBBY HUNDREDS 17 Q&A BOBBY HUNDREDS 18 REEBOK AD 19 SUSTAINABILITY 20 SUSTAINABILITY 21 SUSTAINABILITY 22 SUSTAINABILITY 23 SUSTAINABILITY 24 SUSTAINABILITY 25 ADVERTISEMENT 26 PRODUCT REVIEW 27 PRODUCT REVIEW 28 ADVERTISEMENT

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Homage to Harajuku The Art of Streetwear Takeji Hirowaka

stroll down Harajuku. Quite possibly the most thrilling street in the world for the

fashion oriented. Every single style you can imagine is present. And it’s so present. In Harajuku, fashion really is designed to be seen on the streets. Forget about runways. This is where yo observe the latest trends. Forget about history books.This is where you learn. about Japanese pop culture. How did Harajuku become known to so many as the fashion capital of the world? The COMM took notes from a leading voice in streetwear fashion, Reggie Casual, to explore Japan’s rich fashion past. Until the 1940s, kimono and other traditional wear was still the prevalent fashion in Japan. It was with the arrival of American soldiers that western clothing was introduced to Japan via records, magazines, and denim being sold to the locals. The fashion in the magazines and music was more casual than their Japanese counterparts, attracting the attention of the youth. In the mid 80s, fashion trends were arising from music genres: hip-hop brought baggy clothing to the table while idol culture inspired daring silhouettes. While not rooted in music, the most well-known fashion style to be exported out of Japan would also come out of the 80s: Kawaii. Magazines such as “Olive” would showcase pastel and Victorian thrills, paving the way for the likes of the iconic Lolita fashion

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STREETS AS CANVAS

“ FEATURE

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Dominance from a distance

A Delicate Art

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STREETWEAR 4

t was in the 80s that the foundation of quintessential Japanese streetwear was laid. Some of the influences from the West that

broke norms and changed lifestyles would set the scene for what would follow: the “golden years” of street style in Japan. In the 90s, Tokyo was established as a hub for streetwear. So much of what we consider to be uniquely Japanese. fashion arose in this era. Shibukaji—“Shibuya Casual” shifted the fashionista’s mindset from what you wear to how you wear it through coordination. Due to the appeal of the chic Parisienne, French Casual was also favoured, introducing the likes of the ever-so-popular beret. Yet conversely, we saw the rise of grunge thanks to the aesthetic of Kurt Cobain which showcased Japan’s eclectic range of tastes.

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back streets of Harajuku, more flamboyant styles were being created on the main streets. Enter Kawaii, Lolita, Gothic Lolita, and

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kaws and effect

Japan x Taiwan

A STROLL DOWN HARAJUKU. Quite possibly the

80s: Kawaii. Magazines such as “Olive” would

most thrilling street in the world for the fashion

showcase pastel and Victorian thrills, paving the

oriented. Every single style you can imagine is

way for the likes of the iconic w

present. And it’s so present. In Harajuku, fashLolita fashion style. ion really is designed to be seen on the streets.

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Forget about runways. This is where you

Shibuya became the mainstage for Tokyo

observe the latest trends. Forget about history

fashion, as clothing havens like Shibuya 109

books. This is where you learn about Japanese

and thrift stores appeared on the scene. Young

pop culture. Welcome to the captivating world of

people welcomed other cultures’ fashion with

Japanese streetwear. Welcome to the captivat-

open arms, whilst tweaking them to Japanese

ing world of Japanese streetwear. Dressing up

sensibilities. It was in the 80s that the founda-

may appear to some as a mere hobby.

tion of quintessential Japanese streetwear.

THE BEST TO DO IT

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THE RETURN OF STM

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SUBURBANTROUBLEMAKERS.COM OUR NEW STM LOGO T-SHIRT EMBODIES THE SPIRIT OF SCRAPING AND RISK-TAKING ALL INTO ONE GARMENT. WE DID THIS ALL WHILE SHOWING LOVE AND SHOUTING OUT A COUPLE OF CITIES THAT HAVE SUPPORTED US THROUGHOUT THE YEARS.

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ON THE PAGES OF THREADS. GARRET’S PASSION FOR STORYTELLING THROUGH FASHION ALIGNS SEAMLESSLY WITH OUR MIS-

EAR THREADS FAM,

SION AT THREADS. WE’VE ALWAYS BELIEVED

I HOPE THIS LETTER FINDS YOU

IN THE POWER OF CLOTHING TO CONVEY

WRAPPED IN THE CREATIVITY AND AUTHEN-

NARRATIVES, AND WITH GARRET ON BOARD,

TICITY THAT DEFINES OUR VIBRANT STREET-

WE’RE CONFIDENT THAT OUR READERS WILL

WEAR COMMUNITY. AS WE EMBARK ON A

BE TREATED TO A VISUAL AND TEXTUAL

NEW JOURNEY, I’M THRILLED TO ANNOUNCE

FEAST THAT GOES BEYOND THE SURFACE OF

A COLLABORATION THAT PROMISES TO

WHAT WE WEAR.

ELEVATE THREADS MAGAZINE TO NEW HEIGHTS.

EXPECT TO SEE THOUGHT-PROVOKING INTERVIEWS, EXCLUSIVE BEHIND-THE-SCENES

WE’VE JOINED FORCES WITH THE VISIONARY

GLIMPSES, AND CURATED PHOTO SPREADS

CURATOR, GARRET SMITH, WHOSE KEEN

THAT CAPTURE THE ESSENCE OF STREET-

EYE FOR THE INTERSECTION OF FASHION,

WEAR IN ITS PUREST FORM. GARRET’S

CULTURE, AND INDIVIDUAL EXPRESSION

UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE WILL BRING FRESH

HAS MADE HIM A TRAILBLAZER IN THE

VOICES, DIVERSE STYLES, AND UNTOLD

STREETWEAR SCENE. WITH A DEEP UNDER-

STORIES TO THE FOREFRONT, CREATING A

STANDING OF THE PULSE THAT DRIVES OUR

MOSAIC THAT REFLECTS THE RICH TAPES-

COMMUNITY, GARRET IS SET TO CURATE A

TRY OF OUR GLOBAL STREETWEAR COMMU-

SERIES OF FEATURES THAT WILL UNDOUBT-

NITY. AS WE DIVE INTO THIS

EDLY LEAVE AN INDELIBLE MARK

COLLABORATION, WE INVITE YOU.

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THANK YOU

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100 REASONS TO NEVER SHOP WITH ANOTHER BRAND AGAIN

COUNTRIES SOLD TO BEFORE

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Q&A WITH

Q: HOW DO YOU FEEL THE CULTURAL LANDSCAPE

SHIFTED IN 2025?

A: WE CAN’T LET THE ALGORITHM DIVIDE US.

Q: H OW DID YOU MANAGE TO REMAIN CREATIVE THIS YEAR?

A: I LITERALLY KEPT MOVING AND PLAN TO DO THAT IN 2026 AS WELL, MY PASSPORT WAS DOWN TO 2 PAGES LEFT BY NOVEMBER.

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Q AND A

OBBY

HUNDREDS

Q: W HAT WAS YOUR BIGGEST MOMENT OF THE YEAR, AND WHY WAS THAT SO IMPACTFUL?

A: I SHOWED MY FIRST BALLY COLLECTION. TO ME, IT WAS A SYMBOL OF A NEW BEGINNING AND ATTITUDE FOR THE BRAND.

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MORE THAN MERCH

Q: WHAT IS SOME ADVICE THAT YOU WOULD GIVE TO YOUNG DESIGNERS?

A: “IF YOU’RE GOING TO WORK WITH A BIG DOG, ALWAYS MAKE IT LOOK LIKE YOU GOT ONE UP ON THEM, WHETHER YOU GOT PAID OR YOU JUST CAME OUT ON TOP.”

Q: WHAT MESSAGES DO YOU CONVEY THROUGH YOUR CLOTHES?

A: “SO MUCH OF WHAT WE DO IN STREETWEAR IS THEATER, AND THAT’S THE MESSAGE THAT I WANT TO SEND TO THE AUDIENCE—THAT IT’S ALL ONE AND THE SAME.”

Q: HOW DO YOU STAY ON POINT WITH BRANDING?

A: “BRANDING IS ALL ABOUT SAYING NO, BUT I LIKE

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SAYING YES TO SO MUCH.”

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EDITORIAL

SUSTAINABILITY IN STREETWEAR

Sustainable practices in the field by Dan Stranger

he streetwear community, known for its influence on mainstream fashion and cultural expression, is undergoing a transformative phase with

a heightened focus on sustainability. This shift is fueled by the recognition of the fashion industry’s environmental footprint and the desire to create a more responsible and ethical approach to style.One of the fundamental pillars of sustainability in streetwear is the adoption of eco-friendly materials and production processes. Brands are increasingly turning to organic cotton, recycled polyester, and other sustainable fabrics to minimize the environmental impact of their garments. Additionally, innovations in dyeing techniques and water conservation practices contribute to reducing the carbon footprint of streetwear production. The streetwear community is embracing the concept of circular fashion, emphasizing longevity and recyclability. Brands are exploring ways to extend the lifecycle of their products through durable design and encouraging consumers to engage in clothing repair, resale, and recycling programs. Collaborations with vintage and second-hand shops are becoming more prevalent, fostering a culture of reuse and reducing textile waste. Sustainability in streetwear goes beyond materials and extends to ethical labor practices. Brands are increasingly transparent about their supply chain, ensuring fair wages, safe working conditions, and responsible sourcing of materials.

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SUSTAINABL

GO GRE

S THE FASHION INDUSTRY GRAPPLES WITH THE

ALTERNATIVES TO TRADITIONAL LEATHER AND SYN-

ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL IMPACT OF ITS

THETIC FABRICS. THIS ARTICLE SEEKS TO EXPLORE THE

PRACTICES, A NEW WAVE OF CONSCIOUSNESS

EFFORTS MADE BY STREETWEAR BRANDS TO ADOPT

HAS EMERGED, PARTICULARLY WITHIN THE REALM OF

SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES, FOCUSING ON MATERIALS,

STREETWEAR. THIS PAPER EXPLORES THE INTERSECTION

SUPPLY CHAIN TRANSPARENCY, AND ETHICAL PRODUC-

OF SUSTAINABILITY AND STREETWEAR, EXAMINING HOW

TION. BY HIGHLIGHTING SUCCESSFUL INITIATIVES AND

THE STREETWEAR INDUSTRY IS EVOLVING TO ADDRESS

CASE STUDIES, WE AIM TO INSPIRE FURTHER INNOVATION

ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS, ETHICAL SOURCING, AND

AND COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY WITHIN THE

RESPONSIBLE PRODUCTION. BY ANALYZING KEY INI-

STREETWEAR INDUSTRY. MANY STREETWEAR BRANDS

TIATIVES, INNOVATIVE MATERIALS, AND SUCCESSFUL

ARE TRANSITIONING FROM CONVENTIONAL COTTON TO

CASE STUDIES, THIS PAPER AIMS TO SHED LIGHT ON THE

ORGANIC COTTON AND HEMP DUE TO THEIR REDUCED

POTENTIAL OF SUSTAINABLE STREETWEAR TO LEAD THE

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT. THESE MATERIALS REQUIRE

FASHION INDUSTRY TOWARDS A MORE ETHICAL AND

FEWER PESTICIDES, CONSERVE WATER, AND CONTRIBUTE

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY FUTURE. THE FASHION

TO HEALTHIER SOIL INNOVATIVE BRANDS ARE INCOR-

INDUSTRY IS ONE OF THE LARGEST CONTRIBUTORS TO

PORATING RECYCLED MATERIALS, SUCH AS POLYESTER

ENVIRONMENTAL DEGRADATION AND SOCIAL INEQUAL-

MADE FROM POST-CONSUMER PLASTIC BOTTLES AND

ITY. AS CONSUMERS BECOME INCREASINGLY AWARE

REGENERATED NYLON, INTO THEIR DESIGNS. THIS NOT

OF THE CONSEQUENCES OF FAST FASHION, THERE IS A

ONLY REDUCES THE DEMAND FOR VIRGIN MATERIALS BUT

GROWING DEMAND FOR SUSTAINABLE ALTERNATIVES.

ALSO MINIMIZES WASTE. THE EXPLORATION OF PLANT-

STREETWEAR, KNOWN FOR ITS URBAN AESTHETIC AND

BASED MATERIALS, LIKE TENCEL AND PIÑATEX (MADE

CULTURAL INFLUENCE, IS NOT EXEMPT FROM THESE

FROM PINEAPPLE FIBERS), OFFERS CRUELTY-FREE AND

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ALTERNATIVES TO TRADITIONAL LEATHER AND SYNTHETIC FABRICS. THIS ARTICLE SEEKS TO EXPLORE THE EFFORTS MADE BY STREETWEAR BRANDS TO ADOPT SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES, FOCUSING ON MATERIALS, SUPPLY CHAIN TRANSPARENCY, AND ETHICAL PRODUCTION. BY HIGHLIGHT-

LE PRACTICES

ING SUCCESSFUL INITIATIVES AND CASE STUDIES, WE AIM TO INSPIRE FURTHER INNOVATION AND COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY WITHIN THE STREETWEAR INDUSTRY. MANY STREETWEAR BRANDS ARE TRANSITIONING FROM CONVENTIONAL COTTON TO ORGANIC COTTON AND HEMP DUE TO THEIR REDUCED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT. THESE MATERIALS REQUIRE FEWER PESTICIDES, CONSERVE WATER, AND CONTRIBUTE TO HEALTHIER SOIL INNOVATIVE BRANDS ARE INCORPORATING RECYCLED MATERIALS, SUCH AS POLYESTER MADE FROM POST-CONSUMER PLASTIC BOTTLES AND REGENERATED NYLON, INTO THEIR DESIGNS. THIS NOT ONLY

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REDUCES THE DEMAND FOR VIRGIN MATERIALS BUT ALSO MINIMIZES WASTE. THE EXPLORATION OF PLANT-BASED MATERIALS, LIKE TENCEL AND PIÑATEX (MADE FROM PINEAPPLE FIBERS), OFFERS CRUELTY-FREE AND SUSTAINABLE IN THE EVER-EVOLVING LANDSCAPE OF FASHION, A NEW WAVE IS CRASHING ONTO THE SCENE, RESHAPING THE INDUSTRY’S FOUNDATIONS. SUSTAINABLE STREETWEAR, ONCE A NICHE CONCEPT, IS NOW AT THE FOREFRONT OF A REVOLUTION THAT CHALLENGES CONVENTIONAL PRACTICES AND SETS A NEW STANDARD FOR STYLE WITH A CONSCIENCE.

HOW CAN YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

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ORGANIC COTTON AND HEMP: THE FABRIC OF CHANGE WHILE THE MOMENTUM FOR SUSTAINABLE STREETWEAR IS BUILDING, IT’S ESSENTIAL TO ACKNOWLEDGE THE CHALLENGES INHERENT IN THIS TRANSITION. TRADITIONAL MANUFACTURING PROCESSES, INGRAINED CONSUMER HABITS, AND COST CONSIDERATIONS POSE HURDLES FOR BRANDS SEEKING TO ADOPT MORE SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES. BALANCING AFFORDABILITY WITH ETHICAL PRODUCTION REMAINS A DELICATE ACT THAT THE INDUSTRY MUST NAVIGATE.

SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS AND ETHICAL PRODUCTION OFTEN COME WITH HIGHER COSTS. THIS ECONOMIC REALITY RAISES QUESTIONS ABOUT ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSIVITY WITHIN THE SUSTAINABLE FASHION MOVEMENT. CAN SUSTAINABLE STREETWEAR BE BOTH ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS AND ECONOMICALLY VIABLE FOR A BROADER CONSUMER BASE? INNOVATIONS IN SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES AND A SHIFT IN CONSUMER PERCEPTION WILL BE PIVOTAL IN OVERCOMING THESE ECONOMIC CHALLENGES. A SIGNIFICANT PART OF THE SUSTAINABILITY EQUATION LIES IN CONSUMER EDUCATION. BRANDS ARE INCREASINGLY RECOGNIZING THE NEED TO COMMUNICATE NOT ONLY THE AESTHETIC APPEAL OF THEIR DESIGNS BUT ALSO THE ETHICAL AND

THE EMERGENCE OF 3D PRINTING IN FASHION IS OFFERING A SUSTAINABLE ALTERNATIVE TO TRADITIONAL MANUFACTURING. STREETWEAR BRANDS ARE EXPLORING 3D PRINT-

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ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS BEHIND THEM. EDUCATING CONSUMERS ABOUT THE TRUE COST OF FASHION,

BOTH FOR THE PLANET AND ITS PEOPLE, CAN RESHAPE PURCHASING BEHAVIORS AND FOSTER A MORE

SUSTAINABLE FASHION CULTURE. THE CONVERGENCE OF

FASHION AND TECHNOLOGY IS GIVING RISE TO HIGH-TECH FABRICS AND SMART TEXTILES IN SUSTAINABLE

STREETWEAR. FROM GARMENTS THAT ADAPT TO DIFFERENT CLIMATES TO THOSE THAT MONITOR ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS, TECHNOLOGICAL PUSHING

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ING FOR PERSONALIZED AND ON-DEMAND PRODUCTION, REDUCING WASTE AND PROVIDING CONSUMERS WITH

UNIQUE, MADE-TO-ORDER PIECES. THIS SHIFT TOWARD

CUSTOMIZATION ALIGNS WITH THE PRINCIPLES OF SLOW

FASHION AND A DESIRE FOR INDIVIDUALITY IN STYLE. THE EMERGENCE OF 3D PRINTING IN FASHION IS OFFERING A

SUSTAINABLE ALTERNATIVE TO TRADITIONAL MANUFAC-

TURING. STREETWEAR BRANDS ARE EXPLORING 3D PRINTING FOR PERSONALIZED AND ON-DEMAND PRODUCTION, REDUCING WASTE AND PROVIDING CONSUMERS WITH ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS TO COP SUSTAINABILE PRODUCTS AT A FASTER RATE THAN EVER NOW.

SUSTAINABLE STREETWEAR IS NOT ONLY ABOUT THE PRODUCTS; IT’S ABOUT BUILDING COMMUNITIES AND FOSTERING A SENSE OF SHARED RESPONSIBILITY. LOCAL INITIATIVES, SUCH AS CLOTHING SWAPS, COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS, AND SUSTAINABLE FASHION EVENTS, ARE CREATING SPACES FOR LIKE-MINDED INDIVIDUALS TO CONNECT AND COLLABORATE.

THESE GRASSROOTS MOVEMENTS CONTRIBUTE TO THE LARGER NARRATIVE OF SUSTAINABILITY BY PROMOTING AWARENESS AND COLLECTIVE ACTION AT THE COMMUNITY LEVEL. THE RISE OF SUSTAINABLE STREETWEAR HAS GIVEN RISE WITH UNIQUE, MADE-TO-ORDER PIECES. THIS SHIFT TO-

TO A NEW GENERATION OF ENTREPRENEURS WITH A

WARD CUSTOMIZATION ALIGNS WITH THE PRINCIPLES

FOCUS ON ETHICAL AND ECO-FRIENDLY PRACTICES.

OF SLOW FASHION AND A DESIRE FOR INDIVIDUALITY IN

THESE SMALL-SCALE, SUSTAINABLE BRANDS OFTEN

STYLE. THE SUSTAINABLE STREETWEAR MOVEMENT IS

EMPHASIZE CRAFTSMANSHIP, UNIQUE DESIGNS, AND

ALSO ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OF DIVERSITY AND INCLU-

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT. SUPPORTING AND

SION WITHIN THE FASHION INDUSTRY. BY EMBRACING

EMPOWERING THESE ENTREPRENEURS IS CRUCIAL FOR

A WIDE RANGE OF INFLUENCES AND INCORPORATING

DIVERSIFYING THE SUSTAINABLE FASHION LANDSCAPE

DIVERSE PERSPECTIVES, SUSTAINABLE STREETWEAR IS

AND ENCOURAGING INNOVATION FROM THE GROUND UP.

CHALLENGING TRADITIONAL NORMS AND FOSTERING A

AS SUSTAINABLE STREETWEAR GAINS POPULARITY, ITS

MORE INCLUSIVE REPRESENTATION IN FASHION. BRANDS

INFLUENCE EXTENDS BEYOND NICHE MARKETS.

THAT PRIORITIZE DIVERSITY IN THEIR DESIGNS AND

MAINSTREAM FASHION IS TAKING NOTICE OF THE

CAMPAIGNS ARE NOT ONLY SETTING A TREND BUT ALSO

DEMAND FOR ETHICAL AND SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES.

CONTRIBUTING TO A MORE EQUITABLE INDUSTRY. BUT WHY

LARGER BRANDS ARE INCORPORATING SUSTAINABLE

SHOULD THEY BE THE ONLY ONES CONTRIBUTING, ARE YOU

ELEMENTS INTO THEIR DESIGNS, AND COLLABORATIONS

DOING YOUR PART WITH YOUR FASHION PRACTICES?

BETWEEN SUSTAINABLE AND MAINSTREAM FASHION.

CHANGE

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PHOTOS BY GARRET SMITH AS WE NAVIGATE THE INTRICATE LANDSCAPE OF SUSTAINABLE STREETWEAR, IT BECOMES EVIDENT THAT THIS MOVEMENT IS NOT JUST A TREND BUT A PARADIGM SHIFT. THE FUSION OF STYLE, SUSTAINABILITY, AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IS RESHAPING THE FASHION INDUSTRY’S NARRATIVE. THE ONGOING EVOLUTION OF SUSTAINABLE STREETWEAR REPRESENTS A COMMITMENT TO A FUTURE WHERE FASHION IS NOT JUST ABOUT WHAT WE WEAR BUT HOW OUR CHOICES IMPACT THE WORLD. IT IS UP TO THIS NEXT GENERATION OF DESIGNERS TO MAKE AN IMPACT. WE HAVE THE TECHNOLOGY NOW MORE THAN EVER,

HOWEVER WE ARE LACKING EMPATHY. IT’S TIME FOR A CHANGE. IN THIS JOURNEY TOWARD A MORE SUSTAINABLE AND ETHICAL FASHION LANDSCAPE, CHALLENGES PERSIST, AND OPPORTUNITIES CONTINUE TO UNFOLD. THE FASHION INDUSTRY, OFTEN CRITICIZED FOR ITS ENVIRONMENTAL 24 THREADS AND SOCIAL FOOTPRINT.

A BATHING APE

BAPE X X GRADUA-

MR. WEST

STEP INTO THE FUTURE WITH THE

STREET-STYLE FLAIR, RESULTING IN A

GROUNDBREAKING YEEZY X BAPE SNEAKER,

SNEAKER THAT TRANSCENDS BOUNDARIES

A BOLD COLLABORATION BETWEEN KANYE

AND DEFINES A NEW ERA OF FASHION. THE

WEST’S YEEZY BRAND AND THE ICONIC

UPPER BOASTS BAPE’S DISTINCTIVE

STREETWEAR POWERHOUSE A BATHING

CAMOUFLAGE PATTERN, A NOD TO THE

APE BAPE. THIS AVANT-GARDE MASTER-

BRAND’S ROOTS IN TOKYO STREET CULTURE.

PIECE SEAMLESSLY MERGES YEEZY’S

KANYE WEST’S TOUCH IS EVIDENT IN THE

CONTEMPORARY AESTHETIC.

MINIMALIST YET FUTURISTIC DESIGN.

ABATHINGAPE.COM

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SUPREME X MORTAL KOMBAT “THE WAY THAT THEY CARRIED THE BRANDING THROUGHOUT THE MACHINE WHILE NOT GIVING AWAY TO THE FUNCTIONALITY IS INCREDIBLE, I WOULD GET TWO, BUT MY CRIB ISN’T BIG ENOUGH.”

PRODUCT REVIEW

ION FROM DETROIT SAYS THAT IT IS THE BEST STREETWEAR X GAME CONSUL OF ALL TIME .

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PRODUCTS

YSON FROM NORTH CAROLINA SAID THAT THE GAME HAS

CHANGED WHEN IT COMES TO THE STANDARDS OF COLLABORATIONS.

“IT’S EVERYTHING THAT YOU COULD EVER WANT FROM THE TWO BRANDS. THEY ARE BOTH POWERHOUSES IN THEIR RESPECTIVE FIELDS AND THEY BOTH SHOWED UP.”

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