10 Clothing Brands That Need to Make a Comeback

Today there are so damn many brands to choose from, and trends move in and out of fashion so fast that it's hard to latch onto one and say "you're mine forever." It's even harder when you think back on the days when you were really starting to explore your style and brand recognition was the make or break. But what do you do when those brands aren't sticking to what made them stylish to you? Or worse; they don't exist anymore?

We've seen many brands die young (R.I.P. Rugby) and we've seen some just fall off the stylish wagon. Whatever the case may be, we yearn to have some of them back in our lives (and on our backs.) And, who knows? Maybe they just need a little encouragement? Here's to hoping they get the hint so we don't have to keep looking for vintage gear; 10 Clothing Brands That Need to Make a Comeback.

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Brand Lifespan: 1983-2003 (under David Chu)
Key Pieces: Bright, nautical windbreakers and sailing jackets
Where to find now: eBay; Etsy; vintage stores

Be honest; how bad did you want some Nautica gear growing up, on a scale of 1 to 10? Probably a bazillion because their sailboat insignia, multiple striped buttondowns and colorblocked pullovers put a street prep on twist and it was the shit. And they still are, but not because of the new Nautica. The new Nautica isn't popping, because original designer David Chu sold off the company in 2003. Perhaps current owners VF Corporation can bring him back for a new Nautica collection inspired by the brand's heyday.

Brand Lifespan: 2006-2010
Key Pieces: Rose-embroidered gear, Colorblocked basics
Where to find now: Buy/Sell Forums on Hypebeast

These days it seems every other brand takes menswear staples like oxford shirts, jeans, and field jackets and "flips them" into something unique. As early as 2006, PegLeg was doing that. Designed by Harry McNally, Bobby Waltzer, and Nick Poe, PegLeg's collections often featured all-over print gear featuring things like roses, and colorblocked shirts and shorts that were ahead of their time. Now, that stuff pops up in just about every other line. They even got noticed by shops like Opening Ceremony, leading to an ill collaboration in 2010, and other collabos like a watch with GShock, and even a set of ties for United Arrows. We imagine if this brand got a second chance, it'd have no problem stunting on everyone else in the game. After all, they were the originator.

Brand Lifespan: 1991-2004
Key Pieces: Anything with Looney Tunes characters on it
Where to find now: eBay; Etsy; vintage stores

If the clothing manufactured in the '90s by Warner Bros. were to make a comeback, Jeremy Scott would be out of business. The Looney Tunes-affiliated goods, including the embroidered denim jackets, T-shirts and sweatshirts had folks piling into the Warner Bros. stores pining for the newest character rendition. Why do you think Michael Jordan even agreed to make Space Jam?

Brand Lifespan: Early '90s-1995
Key Pieces: Streetwear/Skate wardrobe staples
Where to find now: very rare on eBay

No, not Dov Charney. We're talking about the former hip-hop-inspired streetwear brand you've never heard of, but should learn about. It doesn't get more underground then Pervert. The brand that started Supreme Creative Director Brendan Babenzien's love-affair with streetwear, Pervert's documentation and signs of existence are slim, but ask anyone growing up on the East Coast in the '90s and they will confirm its power in streetwear. Puffy vests, bucket hats and jerseys with 69 on them were coveted items for skaters and hip-hop artist, but when the brand's lead, Don Busweiler, decided to unceremoniously abandon it to join a cult circa 1995, that kind of puts a damper on shit. But today, this would probably add to the allure, wouldn't it?

Brand Lifespan: 1998-early 2000s; 2008-2010

Key Pieces: T-shirts, hoodies, collaborations with artists and brands

Where to find now: Buy/Sell forums on Hypebeast; eBay

The brand simply known by an iconic "A#," the Alphanumeric "EnvironMental Protection Company" not only had a stronghold on the '90s skate scene, but incorporated surfing, snowboarding music and car into it's clothing. Early streetwear adopters, they stuck around until the late 2000s, still bringing us killer graphic T-shirts and jackets. Although founders Mikro Mangum, Sal Masekela and Alyasha Owerka-Moore attempted to revive the brand in 2008, it seems they called it quits again after the 2010 season. But really, how can you not want more from the brand behind one of the greatest Dunks of all-time?

Brand Lifespan: 1993-1998
Key Pieces: "Polo Sport" emblazoned gear
Where to find now: eBay; Etsy; vintage stores

While Ralph Lauren will live on forever and RRL is still kicking ass in the menswear department, '90s nostalgia is at a fever pitch. While sportswear is still a huge trend, Polo Sport should be around to capitalize on it like they did back in the day. Even though its large logos, rugby tops, and pullover jackets were welcomed with open arms by hip-hop and streetwear aficionados alike, it was dropped from the Ralph Lauren line entirely too soon.

Brand Lifespan: 1985-early '90s
Key Pieces: Coca-Cola logo rugbys, beach pants, caps
Where to find now: eBay

Yes, we know the brand was revamped and restructured back in 2008 and just showed their latest fall/winter 2013 collection. That's all fine and dandy, but we want the OG rugby shirts, fitted caps and beach pants with classic red and logo. Nigo is definitely headed in the right direction with his latest capsule collection, now capitalize on it, Coke!

Brand Lifespan: 2006-2012
Key Pieces: Leather Jackets, Jeans
Where to find now: Buy/Sell forums on SuperFuture, Hypebeast, StyleForum

Designer Simon Spurr learned the craft of menswear under Hedi Slimane during his initial stint at Yves Saint Laurent (pre-name change controversy), from there, he went on to work for Calvin Klein, then Ralph Lauren in 2003, where he was the Design Director for uber-luxe menswear labels Ralph Lauren Black Label and Ralph Lauren Purple Label. Three years later, he launched his namesake line, first consisting of hard-wearing, well-made selvedge denim, before debuting a full-fledged menswear collection in 2007. Spurr's designs have always been characterized by luxurious fabrics, precise silhouettes, and daring patterns. Those are trademarks he brought to his consulting gig for Tommy Hilfiger's menswear collection. Even though he left his namesake label last year, rumors that he hopes to relaunch are enough to whet our appetite for more Spurr.

Brand Lifespan: 2003-2010
Key Pieces: Awesome interpretations of military-inspired outerwear
Where to find now: Buy/Sell forums on SuperFuture, Hypebeast, StyleForum

Gone too soon. That's the thought consensus of the underground NYC brand's fanbase. Even though they went out with an almost too strong military emphasis for fall/winter 2010 and spring/summer 2011, people still yearn for their utility jackets and shawl collar cardigans, along with the many great collaborations with Tricker's, adidas, and wings+ horns.

Brand Lifespan: 2007-2009

Key Pieces: Embroidered varsity jackets

Where to find now: Kanye's closet

Admit it; you want Kanye's first attempt at a fashion line to come back and it didn't even formally dropped! We've seen a lot of rappers give the ol' college try with their own fashion lines and it, to say the least, falls flat. But Pastelle was different. Not different in the sense that it doesn't exist anymore, but in the build-up based on the glimpses we got of the varsity jackets and hoodies. And of course, it was different in his treatment of it because he didn't want to release it unless he got it perfect which, in his mind, was not the case. So the four pieces he made never really saw the light of the retail store floor. Let's hope he gives it the ol' College Dropout try, again.