Nigo is the undoubtedly one of the forefathers of streetwear. He left Bape over two years ago to focus on other ventures, and the brand is still thriving today. One of his most notable projects to date is his new label Human Made. It is a unique situation; Nigo, native to Japan, has created a … Continue reading Human Made FW ’16
Ever since HUMAN MADE’s inception not too long ago, the aesthetic values of vintage Americana have always been integral to the brand’s identity. If we understand BAPE to be Nigo’s parody of the complacency of Japanese adolescence, as well as the masculinity of American hip-hop, then perhaps we ought understand HUMAN MADE in contrast as … Continue reading Human Made Spring/Summer ’16
Nigo revolutionized streetwear in the late ’90s with Japan at its center point, so it is no surprise that the designer would go in the complete opposite direction for Human Made. As a self-proclaimed vintage collector, Nigo references his personal collection of vintage Americana heritage workwear as well as old American advertisements. The vision behind … Continue reading RSVP Gallery for Human Made Autumn/Winter ’15
Although far from basic, the graphic tee has become a closet staple in its own right. While there is no shortage of options, Human Made’s vintage-Americana inspired aesthetic stands out from the pack. For this new season’s collection of slubbed cotton tees, we enlisted New York creatives Dozi Kanu and Matt Miggz to capture the … Continue reading RSVP Gallery for Human Made S/S ’15
If you have ever stopped by the Gallery, you’ve inevitably peeped into the glass case. Always filled with accessories, toys, and other necessities, we like to keep a constant rotation of essential goods on display. For this series, we head to the case and highlight the most coveted items available right now. Just Don … Continue reading Feature: In The Case
