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FW13 Border KnitCrewneck Sweater
Raf Simons
$485
FW13 Border KnitCrewneck Sweater
Raf Simons FW14 Border Knit Crewneck Sweater. Multi-material wool/cotton/mohair soft sweater with complementing coloured stripes in various sizes. Slightly chunky and wide. 8.5/10 condition, mild pilling. Size XL fits L-XL.$485 -
AW05 “History of My World” Peter De Potter Hoodie
Raf Simons
$1,500
AW05 “History of My World” Peter De Potter Hoodie
Raf Simons AW05 "History of My World" Hoodie with Peter De Potter graphic. Raf's relationship with Peter de Potter is the foundation for the label's well acclaimed cryptic graphical works. Both graduating from The Royal Academy of Fine Arts, and originally a supposed one time collaboration for 2000-2001, the two worked together under the guidance of head of fashion Walter Van Brenondoink (a strong advocate of interdisciplinary work) with photographer Willy Vanderpere and stylist Oliver Rizzio to create the book "Isolated Heroes", the catalyst to Raf's prime years. Raf Simons later borrowed photographs from said book in a recent collection titled "Isolated Heroes". Crafted poems, graphics, collages which abruptly collided with Raf's relationship with music or youth and were displayed in a vague, enigmatic medium was spearheaded by Peter de Potter and continued 9 years after Isolated Heroes. Due to the nature of the graphics, the words or prints on Raf's clothing is a melting pot of musical and personal references which require acute dissection. Seems though, there's something -real- which emanates past all those layers that make some gravitate towards Raf/Peter's work. 9/10 condition. Size 54, very rare size, fits big, XL-XXL.$1,500 -
AW04 “Waves” Paisley YinYang Crewneck
Raf Simons
$582
AW04 “Waves” Paisley YinYang Crewneck
Raf Simons AW04 "Waves" Paisley Yin/Yang Crewneck Pullover. The Ying/Yang design was used throughout the collection as a possibly reference to a euro-techno recording label and a nudge to the "Waves" ethos which is summed up beautifully here: "The collection for explores the idea of conscious confinement and wilful enclosure. Again starting with the concept of an imaginary community outside of regulated society, the whole of the collection evokes the feeling of enlightenment and personal enrichment one can find in extreme but self-chosen isolation. The collection references at random various drop-out cultures that are conceived as likeminded tribes but when examined closely, are in fact gatherings of individuals seeking self-fulfilment through lonely practice. Wave cultures, cultures of rave waves and ocean waves. Eyes closed, alone with music, living only inside music, happily disappearing into the vortex of sounds and emotions. Arms wide open, alone with nature, taking to the sea, drifting away from the shore, fully realising the only options are drowning or surviving." Size 46, fits oversized. Can accommodate an S-L.$582 -
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The Cure 1982 Tour Dates Longsleeve
Raf Simons
$440$400The Cure 1982 Tour Dates Longsleeve
Raf Simons FW05 Longsleeve "The Cure" 82-83 Tour Dates Longsleeve. Black tee features a print of Robert Smith, lead singer of legendary post-punk band "The Cure", and European tour dates from the 1982 -83 'Four Explicit Moments' and 'The Pornography' tour. FW05 was titled "History of My World" featuring tailoring from a futuristic perspective with slim and boxy uppers, scrunched and tucked mid sections and pleated and baggy bottoms. This is yet another graphic which stemmed from Raf's study of the youth's relationship with prime era post-punk/kraftwerk music, with other collections' graphics/designs borrowed from Joy Division, Krafwerk, Black Flag and Bauhaus. 8/10 condition. Size 46, Fits slim and long. Best for slim M or tall S.$440$400 -
AW03 “Closer” Puffer Down Moto Jacket
Raf Simons
$1,200
AW03 “Closer” Puffer Down Moto Jacket
Raf Simons AW03 "Closer" Puffer Down Moto Jacket in a dark navy. Simons's "Closer" touches base with his roots to music, especially with Joy Division and New Order, with Raf's Peter Saville admiration spearheading the entire collection. Taken from the Mode Museum in Antwerp: "This season, Raf Simons was granted full access to the archives of Peter Saville. Raf Simons made a personal selection of Saville-designed works (some of them previously unseen) to integrate them into his collection. As a long-time admirer of Peter Saville, Raf Simons considers this a great honour, and therefore dedicates his collection to the man who put an unique spin on music culture. The collection itself focuses on traditional styles and fabrics, augmented by a mod influence. Linked to the aesthetics of Peter Saville, there are also touches of early Russian Constructivism, Bauhaus and vintage British looks. At the same time, the collection reflects on the process of growing up and (re)considering adulthood, citing references to childhood dress codes, formal business looks and ghetto rebellion." Cleanly executed crossover of a puffer jacket and moto jacket, which nods to two different functions and styles from two worlds and tailors them harmoniously together. Puffer jacket is structured as a moto jacket and sought to be fitted close to the chest. Multiple functional zip pockets. Snap button down lapels. Round and wide silhouette. Adjustable waist buckles. Arm pocket. High waisted. 8/10 condition. Right pocket is blown out and needs repair. Size 54, extremely rare size. Fits an XL-XXL.$1,200 -
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FW96 “Pop Army” Sweater
Raf Simons
$610$500FW96 “Pop Army” Sweater
Raf Simons FW96(?) "Pop Army" Sweater. Possibly on of the first graphics Raf has ever designed, features 3 patches on left arm with a strong possibility influencing the recent SS16 collection 20 years later. FW96 campaign established a foundation for Raf's classic and sartorial vibe up to the 2000's. This is also the season which the signature "R" turtleneck was born. The video for the campaign consisted of rich adolescents hanging out playing Donkey Kong and smoking an unfathomable amount of cigarettes after their parents' party. A start for Raf Simons capturing the angst and turmoil surrounding adolescents or the "Fourth Sex". 9/10 condition. Size 46, fits an xs-s.$610$500 -
SS03 “Consumed” Grey Cutout Hooded Sweater
Raf Simons
$875
SS03 “Consumed” Grey Cutout Hooded Sweater
SS03 "Consumed" by Raf Simons Cut Out Hoodie. SS03 "Consumed" is Raf's quiet observation of consumerism, or to be "consumed" by consumerism -- Its effects on youth and their evenhanded interaction with such capitalistic identities and the study of how it molds adolescent identities. Featuring "New Kids,Inc" print on chest, also inked on bare top runway models. Cutouts along back, shoulder, tied together at fragile ends that allow for some interesting layering. Raw hems and extended arms. Oversized silhouette. 9/10 condition. Size 46 but can fit and S-L depending on fit$875 -
AW02 “Virginia Creeper” Baseball Sweat
Raf Simons
$1,600
AW02 “Virginia Creeper” Baseball Sweat
Raf Simons AW02 "Virginia Creeper" Baseball Sweat. Well acclaimed Virginia Creeper collection dives into the nostalgic and eerie Raf's high school varsity playground. Short sleeved Sweater with felt material sleeves. Acid wash treatment on the main body, which tears and wears down the fabric at an intensified rate. Some acid wash treated garments were pre-distressed in retail shops due to the delicate nature of the fabric. From the third picture, you can recognize the stitching and foresight that went into keeping the look of the distressed elements while holding together the shape and foundation of the piece. Iconic Virginia Creeper logo in the front and back. Garment stops spot on at waist and hangs loose on shoulders. Size 50. Fits M-L.$1,600 -
“Waves” 04-05 Patch Turtleneck
Raf Simons
$1,275
“Waves” 04-05 Patch Turtleneck
Raf Simons FW04-05 "Waves" Turtleneck. Iconic patches from graphics used in other pieces such as "EXILES EVERYWHERE WE GO", "TEST WAVES", and the paisley ying/yang sewed on a wool blend turtleneck. This piece is a collage of themes used in the "Waves" collection, including Ortega y Gasset's "shipwreck" passage, rave culture and fabricated record labels. Patches are intentionally distressed and have a "dirt" effect ubiquitously applied throughout each graphic. The material is intentionally pilled. Loose fit. 7.5/10 condition, slightly more wear than its original condition. Size 48 and fits a slim medium loosely.$1,275 -
AW02 “Virginia Creeper” Roots Hoodie (Grey)
Raf Simons
$870
AW02 “Virginia Creeper” Roots Hoodie (Grey)
AW02 Virginia Creeper "Roots" Hooded Sweatshirt. One of the most iconic seasons in regards from graphic heavy Raf Simons connoisseurs. Decay and Americana were two main elements of the season which renders this staple hoodie quintessential in representation of both of those themes. The Acid wash treatment slowly eats away at the fabric, leaving scars on the hoodie's surface molded around the wearer. "Virginia Creeper" is labeled throughout, resembling an old American collegiate sweater or varsity logo. On the back is print of "roots" spreading out. Grey Colourway. Raf's signature acid wash treatment is unique to each item. Some distressing is from use while others simply were sold with heavily distributed distressing. Size 46, fits Solid M, oversized.$870 -
FW04 “Waves” Paisley Hoodie in Grey
Raf Simons
$870
FW04 “Waves” Paisley Hoodie in Grey
Raf Simons FW2004-2005 Paisley Hoodie from "Waves". Iconic collection which was built around this excerpt from Spanish Philosopher Ortega Y Gasset: Life is, in itself and forever, shipwreck. To be shipwrecked is not to drown. The poor human being, feeling himself sinking into the abyss, moves his arms to keep afloat. This movement of the arms is culture—a swimming stroke. For this season Raf printed this passage on tags, sweaters, jackets and so on. This is also carefully printed along the printed paisley design for this piece. Loose hood, cotton drawstrings and loose/wide fit. Raf's fabrics tend to deteriorate and age gracefully. 7.5/10 condition. Size 52 Fits an L-XL$870 -
FW04 “Waves” Orange Ortega Pullover
Raf Simons
$700
FW04 “Waves” Orange Ortega Pullover
LIFE IS, IN ITSELF AND FOREVER, SHIPWRECK. TO BE SHIPWRECKED IS NOT TO DROWN. THE POOR HUMAN BEING, FEELING HIMSELF SINKING INTO THE ABYSS, MOVES HIS ARMS TO KEEP AFLOAT. THIS MOVEMENT OF THE ARMS WHICH IS HIS REACTION AGAINST HIS OWN DESTRUCTION, IS CULTURE -- A SWIMMING STROKE. Raf Simons 2004-05 a passage from pessimist philosopher Ortega e Gasset. Graphic is deeply ingrained into fabric. Bottom right corner shows a drawing of what looks like a man moving "his arms to keep afloat". 8/10 condition. Sz 48 fits very big$700 -
SS04 “May The Circle Be Unbroken” Cutout OS Sleeveless Hoodie
Raf Simons
$700
SS04 “May The Circle Be Unbroken” Cutout OS Sleeveless Hoodie
SS04 "May The Circle Be Unbroken" Sleeveless Oversized Hoodie with Cutout. For this collection, Raf Simons conveyed a spiritual ethos in conjunction with Herman Hesse's novel "Siddhartha" which Simons depicts in the under-layer graphic of this hoodie and other pieces throughout the collection. Extremely oversized hoodie with drawstrings in the front, colourfaded, "druid" oversized hoodie. Back featured two layers of fabric, an external shell with an underlayer thinner fabric featuring the print mentioned of "Siddhartha". 7.5/10 condition. Size 48 but fits very oversized.$700