YYPH x Dianese AW04 Motorcycle Jacket
YYPH x Dianese AW04 Motorcycle Jacket
Yohji Yamamoto
$1,750
Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme AW04 Runway Dianese Motorcycle Jacket. Yohji introduced a collaboration between his labels and the technical motorcycle gear specialist Dianese. The Red/White design strongly resembles the “Toga72” jacket from the Settantadue line. Key differences are the removal of the Dianese logo and zip pocket at the front, “Y O H J I” type leather patch in the center region and the “Riders” design on the back. Minor differences are changes in stitch count, refining of the piping, the concealment of minor production faults and rounder edges. Many variations of the jacket were introduced in 2004 for the Y’s line, but few made it to the mainline “Pour Homme” runway. Jacket has padding on elbows and shoulders.
8/10 condition,still has maxfield retail tags. Sz 50.
FW07 Runway Lambswool Chunky Knit w/ Rubber Finish
Alexander Mcqueen
$985
FW07 Runway Lambswool Chunky Knit w/ Rubber Finish
Pre-Death Alexander McQueen FW07 Extralong Chunky Lambswool Knit with Rubber Finish. Runway piece was in a simpler synthetic material in a shorter silhouette. This iteration is a lot more extravagant featuring more cargo pockets made masterfully out of lambswool knit. Rubberized metal buttons, Zip down under button placket, massive pockets, knit epaulets and oversized hood. Extremely oversized and sits on wearer like a cape. Adjustable waist and neck tassels. Reinforced elbow pads. Rubber knit finish renders a subtle sheen that simultaneously fortifies the knit material, inhibiting warping, and helping with insulation. A solid reminder of the work Alexander McQueen put out to the world when he was still with us.
9.5/10 condition. Size M fits an L - XXXL. Best on oversized L.
$985
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
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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010 Artisanal “The Cameronians” Vest
Maison Margiela
$600 $500
010 Artisanal “The Cameronians” Vest
Maison Margiela Artisanal Vest. Metal "The Cameronians" badge on left chest referencing the Scottish Riflery formed in the late 19th century. Object dyed a dark black/navy over multiple parts of previous fabric or past decorations and the like. Very light cotton, pointed collar, two miltary cargo pockets. Can work as a sleeveless shirt as well. If anyone has more information on this piece please let me know. Seems to have been made from an actual military garment.
9/10 condition. Size S
FW02 “Witch’s Cell Division” “REBELGODS” Velvet Bomber
Undercover/Jun Takahashi
$715
FW02 “Witch’s Cell Division” “REBELGODS” Velvet Bomber
Undercover FW02 "Witch's Cell Division" "REBELGODS" velvet bomber. Black colourway with the iconic FW02 "cross" print on the inside lining. "REBELGODS" printed on front and back over a soft and thick velvet. The women's fw02 collection was street inspired wear, loose wool pants and striped border clothing in conjunction with dark "sorcery". The men's collection, as with most collections, play an homage to the runway women's borrowing the same graphics and motifs. Cotton scrunch wrists and waist.
8/10 condition. Some scuffing on velvet. Size Medium, fits true and wide.
$715
FW09 Layered Silk Jacquard Blazer
Number (N)ine
$800
FW09 Layered Silk Jacquard Blazer
Number (N)ine FW09 Layered Silk Floral Jacquard Light Jacket. FW09 was the magnus opus for Takahiro Miyashita as he exited N(N) -- what his fans thought was his permanent departure from his creative aspirations. The collection featured 18th and 19th century influences with intricate tailoring and masterful craftsmanship. One of the more costly collections, Miyashita's FW09 creations featured layered pattern silk for lining, embossed floral designs and velvet appliques. This is the most detailed version of the jacket featuring an embossed floral design throughout the silk outer with the silk floral lining extending from the edges of the jacket.
Continuing the interview with Takahiro Miyashita, the focus shifts towards the stylist of Number (N)ine: Hirishi Noguchi. Long term N(N) stylist chimed in on Miyashita's outlook with the brand stating that "Miyashita wasn't partial to the brand since 2007". This occurred after his 2006 "Axl Rose" collection which Miyashita debuted as a "joke", but the audience's reaction was too stern for the designer, leaving him disappointed. He was expecting Miyashita to step down from Number (N)ine since fall of last year so it didn't come to a surprise when the announcement came 08 of January. Noguchi then knew that the following collections were purely out of the designer's creative aspirations with little interest in monetary return. The interview closed with Noguchi stating that he sat back, understood the path that Miyashita was taking and simply "watched him run".
New with tags. Has the maxfield tag still attached for "$3800". Size 0 fits xs.
SS03 “Consumed” Penelope Tree Shark Hoodie
Raf Simons
$1
SS03 “Consumed” Penelope Tree Shark Hoodie
"There are three reasons to come to Paris: Hedi Slimane of Dior, Tom Ford of Yves Saint Laurent and Helmut Lang. Actually, there is a fourth -- Raf Simons, who in a parking garage on Sunday night -- on a platform made of crushed soda cans -- superbly articulated how contemporary culture has become a thoughtless Pac-Man, gobbling up products as well as references. It's rare for a designer to make a political statement in fashion and still offer wearable clothes"
-- Cathy Horyn 2002
Raf Simons SS03 "Consumed" Penelope Tree Shark Hoodie in blue over black. SS03 "Consumed" is Raf's quiet observation of consumerism, or to be "consumed" by consumerism -- Its effects on youth; Their impartial interaction with such commercial entities and the molding of adolescent identities rooting from the collective indifference towards the squandering influence of commercial identities. This is the iconic and highly sought after hooded sweatshirt featuring Penelope Tree, from Truman Capote's Black & White ball, and Steven Spielberg's mechanical shark from Jaws in the backdrop, with "Diamond Co-Opted" written underneath the kangaroo pocket.
The Penelope Tree print featured here on the hoodie derives from a picture which served as a pivotal point in fashion, youth culture and high society America. The original black and white picture has beanpole figured Tree staring dauntingly out in the distance from amongst a group of middle age socialites. This grabbed the attention of prominent figures of fashion and despite strong opposition from Penelope's father, as she was 16, Penelope Tree became the quintessential swinging sixties icon which galvanized female youth culture and movements at the time. Furthermore, inspired a generation of artists and designers to look at youth culture for inspiration and solidified the Youthquake movement.
As for Raf Simons, and this is purely out of speculation, Penelope Tree holds a special place of interest as his source of inspiration will be and has been the youth.
$1
Fw01 “Riot Riot Riot” Skirted Camo Bomber
Raf Simons
$8,350
Fw01 “Riot Riot Riot” Skirted Camo Bomber
Raf Simons Fw01 "Riot Riot Riot" Skirted Camo Bomber. As Raf's garments become more and more coveted, only circulating in the tucked away collector's marketplace, it becomes harder to document the pieces that actually hold historical and aesthetic significance as they become harder to come in hand. Held at an abandoned warehouse in Paris, fog machines spewing smoke, Aphex Twin blaring overhead was Raf's most influential and iconic runway: FW01 "Riot! Riot! Riot!", dedicated to isolated hero Richey Edwards from the Manic Street Preachers. Models were coded in black, grey, olive and muddy colours, completely covered in scarves, outerwear, baggy pants, oversized everything. This was a massive turn for Raf, as his previous collections consisted of sartorial, slim, finely cut and precisely designed garments which were influenced by upperclass youth. Undoubtedly influential to current day designers, but mostly ignored by the hoi polloi at its time.
“At the flea market in Vienna, I saw youngsters from the Ukraine or Romania, who simply lay layer by layer and thus create their own volumes because of the cold,” Neue Zürcher Zeitung
Raf captured the ethos of iconoclasm with this season. The runway was filled with large silhouettes of intense layering and wreaked of radicalism. Each look represented a slice of opposition, more specifically from the youth. This collection also happened to be shown a bit before the 9/11 attacks, but is believed to be more of a quiet observation of racial tensions and political turmoil in northern Europe at the time.
Skirted bomber is actually a repurposed surplus military bomber with a detachable skirt made with thick double layered cotton. Faded and meant to look worn. First look that walked the catwalk.
8/10 condition. One Size, Fits S-XL.
$8,350
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SS05 “History of the World” Denim Blouson w/ Extended Arms
Raf Simons
$585
SS05 “History of the World” Denim Blouson w/ Extended Arms
Raf Simons SS05 Washed Denim Blouson w/ Extended Arms. "History of The World" was the title of the season followed by the iconic "History of My World" released in the following fall. At this point in time Simons shifted his focus from attitudes and slogans to undergoing a bold reshaping of menswear. Collection focuses on modern, suave, early 70's german futurist cuts. This allows Raf to express his tailoring prowess and breath something new, but familiar to menswear, with some looks bordering near the sartorial. Silhouettes were precisely lean at top and wide at bottom, as with many seasons following until 2008 or so. There's no doubt that Raf Simons shaped all facets, including his underrated later era of tailoring, of menswear. Mid section sits on waist. Long arms that are meant to go past wrists. Zip pockets. Arm flap pocket on left arm.
8.5/10 condition. Size 52 and fits true.
$585
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SS16 “Cylcops” Calf LeatherMoto Jacket
Rick Owens
$800 $555
SS16 “Cylcops” Calf LeatherMoto Jacket
From the iconic SS16 (Cyclops) collection, Rick Owens refined his Moto Jacket cut with soft thick calf leather giving it a rather structured look. Like most other looks in cyclops this jacket was strongly influenced by militaristic aesthetics. The zipper is angled across the front panel of the jacket complementing the asymmetrical subtle details. Featuring many pockets and high quality zippers this jacket along with other Rick jackets is one that can withstand a lifetime.
For cyclops, Rick Owens instructed his models to walk the runway sporting fur covered tubes over the head blocking their peripheral vision. Rick described the philosophy behind this with a metaphor on masculinity: "This Rick Owens spring summer 2016 men's collection is titled Cyclops a monster with a narrow focal point. I can see this in myself in my determined urge to find the straightest line from point a to point b as quickly as possible. A trait I have always assumed is mostly a masculine one. And I’m constantly trying to make sure this ambitious urge for efficiency and control doesn’t teeter over into aggression. I suspect a lot of other men wrestle with that too."
Size 48. New Without Tags.
SAMPLE FW10 Zipper Down Coat w/ Padding
Maison Margiela
$965
SAMPLE FW10 Zipper Down Coat w/ Padding
FW 2010 Maison Margiela Sample Unnamed Coat that never hit production lines. Features a zipper line that starts from the bottom of the coat and ends at the wrists of the arms. 4 Pockets, including the padded and zipped chest pockets. Stylized fabric that runs along the zipper line that nearly creates a heavy mantle-like silhouette around the back and neck region. Thick poly padded inner with two inner pockets. Incredibly constructed and designed coat that sadly never made it to its final form. The zipper under the placket is actually not functional but CAN be made functional if the right hardware is installed. Instead, this coat is shut closed by one button up near the collar. Complex and deep mauve colour, easily integratabtle to darker wardrobes without being too ostentatious or loud.
9/10 condition. Size 48
$965
FW05 “History of My World” All Shadows Hoodie
Raf Simons
$2,400
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