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AW03 “Closer” Power, Corruption & Lies Label Hoodie
Raf Simons AW03 "Closer" Power, Corruption & Lies Vinyl Label Hoodie. In the Fall/Winter 2003 "Closer" collection, Simons took liberty in pulling from Peter Saville’s archive with Factory Records' permission. Saville, co-founder of Factory Records -- a label company with a strong-willed manifesto tied to the art world, is very deliberate and particular with the choices he makes creating the album art despite it looking pedestrian on the surface. Saville reappropriates artwork to tie to the motifs of the music, resulting to some of the most universally recognizable album covers of all time. A replica Henri Fantin-Latour’s ‘A Basket Of Roses', currently shown in London, is featured as the artwork for New Order's 1983 album "Power, Corruption & Lies" in which Saville interprets as "Flowers suggested the means by which power, corruption and lies infiltrate our lives. They’re seductive.". A palette of cryptic geometric colours are arranged on the top right of the album. These colours actually are a code, a code which cipher is located on the sleeve, and if transcribed reads "FAC. 75" which is the catalogue number (internal reference for the record label) for the album. On the actual vinyl record disc, printed on the vinyl label, is the artwork featured on the hoodie here. A typographic piece, arranged in a clock-like circular format informing the PCL album's details. Size 48, massive.$5,900 -
Virginia creeper AW02 Chenille Lettered Jumper
Raf Simons Virginia Creeper Varsity Jumper. From a previous post: A crimson key light, a runway in the vastness of the ominous nowhere woods and a penchant fondness of varsity nostalgia would best describe the Virginia Creeper AW02 season. The eerie, towering figures with muted colours reflect Raf’s observation of the duality of nature. Working in production, the washes of VC are still referenced by designers to this day. Raf's processing/washing in this collection hit just right to capture the worn, run down, faded and discoloured fabric that piles up in barrels in the corners of the United States. Despite used, dirty, old clothes being discarded and considered garbage by the masses, it is rather difficult to replicate the age and natural processing that it goes through. Simons uses an acid wash technique, along with other processing techniques, to replicate this effect, accelerating the fabric to deteriorate over time. However, certain pieces from the collection received different treatment than others, like the item we have available here :). Sold at the Dover Street sample sale many years ago, this Raf Simons jumper is one of the few unique chenille pieces, each with individually different lettering, processed in a burgundy maroon (originally in a red presuming from the stitching). Reading a unique "TS" and colorway, it is very fitting for the client that bought this item, Travis Scott. 48, fits big.$3,400 -
Fw09 Moc Neck Embroidered R Logo Knit
Raf Simons FW09 Ivory Wool Knit with Embroidered R Logo. Simple and effortless cream knit with mild moc nec and classic "R" logo. 7/10 condition. Size 46 but fits loosely unlike most raf tops. Suited for S-M.$245 -
FW03 “Closer” Unknown Pleasures Melange Knit
Raf Simon FW03 "Closer" Unknown Pleasures Melange Knit. Raf Simons in FW03 took liberty in pulling from Peter Saville's archive. Joy division, New Order and other saville motifs were plastered, knit or painted on the post-punk centered collection of 03. The iconic Unknown Pleasures album cover was also pulled for this collection, used on a leather jacket and the knit featured here. The runway colorway was in a straight black, the variation here is in a melange cream. What many may not know is that Saville reappropriated the original graphic from the very first visual representation of pulsars from a neutron printed in the Cambridge Encyclopedia of Astronomy (1977). Saville reasoned that Joy Division “very astutely spotted this image as potentially a wonderfully enigmatic symbol for a record cover.” The unusual phenomenon of the album cover's appeal is so ingrained into the fabric of society, with its endless interpretations and parodies, that it eclipses Joy Division's musical influence. Size 48. 6/10 condition. Rips and tears at seams. Pilling.$1,000 -
FW01 Riot Riot Riot! Patched Ma-1 Camo Bomber
Raf Simons FW01 Riot Riot Riot! Patched MA-1 Camo Bomber. The nearly tiring reminder, but well merited and critically acclaimed Raf Simons collection that represents the cornerstone of men's "archive". The conversation piece that served as a catalyst to mainstream interest of Raf Simons and past mens fashion as a whole; The Riot Riot Riot! patched bomber still stands today as one of the most coveted articles of men's clothing. Simply a Fostex bomber, purchasable at many army surplus stores around the world, patched on with images of Bowie, Richy Edwards, a Bauhaus Poster, and an article for the missing Edwards from the Manic Street Preachers. After sporting sleek, monotone capes, cloaks and academic looks in the 90's, Raf took a hiatus and returned with the iconoclastic Riot collection. Featuring layered compositions of jackets over coats and massive pants with scarves wrapped around the models' faces which look was inspired from east european youth layering for cold winters. In a time where sleek geometric minimalism or gaudy buckle belts with distressed jeans were a common occurrence on the runway, Raf Simons introduced a baggier, menacing look compelled by his music/film interests plastered on clothing in a postmodern mishmash which many are still inspired by 20 years later today. 9/10 condition. OS$20,000 -
AW02 “Virginia Creeper” Distressed Leather Coat
Raf Simons AW02-03 Virginia Creeper Distressed Heavy Leather Coat. A crimson key light, a runway in the vastness of the ominous woods and a penchant fondness of varsity nostalgia would best describe the Virginia Creeper AW02 season. The eerie, towering figures with muted colours reflect Raf’s observation of the duality of nature. This collection is more so immersed not by the graphics but with pieces like the coat shown here. This heavy leather coat and similar variations were on the runway over multiple layers of outerwear, puffers, plastic raincoats and baggy trousers to emphasize the cast of the menacing and slouched cut out of the wearer. Heavily distressed leather throughout, with patched embellishments and reinforcements. Lined in cupro. Elastic waistband on back to cinch the fabric to the lower back side. Zip down middle with oversized placket. Made in limited quantities in comparison to the cotton variation.
9/10 condition. Unfortunately missing the belt but can be styled without it just fine.
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FW98 “Radioactivity” MultiMaterial Layered Loop Knit
Raf Simons AW98 "Radioactivity" MultiMaterial Layered Knit. One of the earlier, underrated seasons, "Radioactivity" took cues from legendary synth pop group and kraut rock pioneer Kraftwerk. Footage and images available today show runway models walking down the catwalk with bold red button ups similar to what the Kraftwerk group members wore during a performance. Mock neck knit with an intricate and crudely weaved paneled knit layered over the sweater consisting of leather, suede, high gauge wool, mohair, yarn. Long loose fit Sz 48, fits Loose M oversized. 7/10 condition, some of the layered knit portion unraveled from the base.$1,450 -
SS06 “Icaris Surgit” Long Weave Top
Raf Simons SS06 "Icaris Surgit" Long Weave Top. Simons throughout his golden decade never really had a consistent trajectory when it comes to his creative narrative, but yet managed to excel at every corner he touched. At the near end of his aggressive, youth inspired era which derived strong motifs from the awkward menace of adolescence, Raf Simons's "Icaris Surgit" drew inspiration from Greek mythological figure Icarus. Fabrics were light, airy and swayed with the lightest touch of wind. Sheer, laser-cut and thin cloths were cut into large silhouettes and oversized cummerbund pants. Footwear was shaped and worked into strapped messes resembling gladiator sandals. SS06 was the start of Raf's technical prowess and continued such endeavors throughout the remainder of the decade. Top is a three tier design with two of the three tiers emulating a crotched weave. Intricate detailing of colours are weaved into the mix. Size 44, but fits very oversized. 9/10 condition. Can be layered over other tops.$500 -
FW05 “History of My World” All Shadows Hoodie
Raf Simons FW05 "History of My World" All Shadows Hoodie. Despite the runway being absent of the highly sought after graphics for this season, Simons looked to revisit his personal milestones in his past for the two part FW2005 collection. Raf's display to his connection to music is undoubtedly the primer to his most compelling garments. FW05 was one of the last displays of such meaning, departing from such endeavors and focusing more so on modernist, sleek cuts inspired by euro subcultures. Graphics throughout this season were labeled with cryptic lyrics from The Cure, graphics inspired by the 1982 film "Poltergeist", and even a few references to experimental musician John Cage. The hoodies, tees and sweaters were massive and overwhelming, patched with what looks like a collage of Raf's personal visual displays, with the help of peter de potter, of his inspirations and nostalgia. Just like the old days Caressing an old man And painting a lifeless face Just a piece of new meat in a clean room The soldiers close in under a yellow moon All shadows and deliverance Under a black flag A hundred years of blood Crimson 8/10 condition. Size 46, fits massive.$2,400 -
SS09 Gradient Stitch Confetti Belt
Raf Simons SS09 Gradient Stitch Confetti Belt. In SS09 Simons continued his shift towards redefining sartorial silhouettes with precise slim cuts and technical fabrics. With the few collections before the turn of the decade, Simons displayed his technical prowess on the runway with intricate weaves and material compositions similar to the gradient design shown here. Cotton belt is made up of hundreds of colorful stitches, resembling something like confetti, which gradually diminish towards the end of the belt. Incredibly detailed, vibrant belt. "RS" logo on the metal buckle. 9/10 condition. One Size$330