10 Style Collaborations We Hope Happen in 2014

What's better than word that a dope collaboration is on its way? When two brands partner up, they usually synergize to create product that has the DNA of both labels, and the consumer wins. Whether a high-fashion label gets together with a mass retailer to bring luxury to the masses, or two streetwear brands come together to push things in new directions, or two different genres are fused into something absolutely new, collabos are always welcome news.

In 2014, there will be plenty of partnerships that will bring together two (or more names) that will fill the gaps between seasonal drops. Everyone can dream, so we're putting our hands together and sending many praying hands emojis that these partnerships do happen this year. Teamwork make the dream work, and these are 10 Style Collaborations We Hope Happen in 2014.

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Why It Works: John Elliott + Co. makes some of the best basic items out there that are slightly more advanced than what others are offering. J.Crew still offers solid wardrobe staples at decent prices, but partnering up with the L.A.-based Elliott would bring back the cool factor it enjoyed a few years back. Elliott would benefit from having J.Crew's manufacturing and production at his disposal, as opposed to creating small-batch runs that sell out within minutes of their drop.

What We'd Like To See: Solid hoodies with size vents, as well as washed J.Crew tees with Elliott's elongated silhouette and exaggerated gussets. They would definitely have to partner up on denim, which is John Elliot + Co.'s bread and butter, and hopefully that would mean fans of the jeans would be able to get their hands on a pair once the collabo goes nationwide.

Why It Works: Left Field NYC recently put out a capsule collection of indigo-dyed items, and it was strong. However, when it comes to indigo, Blue Blue Japan holds the throne. The only problem is, the goods from this Japanese label are both tough to come by and carry a serious price point. If Left Field NYC were to partner up and stock the collab in its new NYC store, dudes everywhere would start dressing in indigo head-to-toe, and wear the smudges on their fingers with pride.

What We'd Like To See: All-indigo-dyed everything. Left Field NYC's chinos have a strong claim to being the best around, but its sweatshirts and tees are also some of the strongest out there. Combined with Blue Blue Japan's expert patchwork skills, we would probably get the dopest possible indigo items made in the U.S.

Why It Works: Mark McNairy, the lord of camo, isn't necessarily who you think of when you conjure up dark brands. But when he dipped his toes into inky waters with BBC Black, it was an instant success. Pairing up with Black Scale would keep the shadowy vibes going, and bring a serious gothic element to the menswear world that, surprisingly, hasn't really happened yet.

What We'd Like To See: Mark McNairy is already heralded as the premiere menswear brand that comes with a streetwear twist, but we're sure Mega of Black Scale could further the fusion. Lots of darkness, lots of camo, and lots of wearable items would absolutely move, and anyone wearing this collabo would definitely snap necks.

Why It Works: First of all, the names of these two are worth the endeavor alone. "Reigning Champion" would be a cope project, and would see the two kings of cozy boy come together for a collection that would make the entire world a much more relaxed, peaceful place.

What We'd Like To See: Every single cozy boy staple, from sweatpants to hoodies to sweatshirts. The quality would be crazy, and once someone puts on this collabo, they might never exit from full recline position.

Why It Works: These two brands are all about bringing the weirdness to the outdoors while executing performance gear that allows the wearer to become one with the mountain. AXS Folk Tech is quietly becoming a favorite of all outdoors enthusiasts, and teaming up with Aldies would bring the Japanese label over to a hungry and uncrowded marketplace here in the U.S. The resulting gear would be kooky as fuck, and would bring strong Tokyo vibes to the stateside streets.

What We'd Like To See: Bright and tough gear that stands out while getting the job done. Mashed-up patterns and colors would come in the form of climbing pants, pullover anoraks, and eye-popping fleeces.

Why It Works: Uniqlo makes everyone's most reliable and affordable basics. Fear of God L.A. also makes essential wardrobe items, but takes them to a level that very few are on. We're sure that Fear of God could inject Uniqlo's goods with an aggressive shot of steez, without charging $800 for a bomber.

What We'd Like To See: Elongated flannels and T-shirts would line up nicely alongside collaborative sweats. A sleeper item of Uniqlo's this past fall was its MA-1 bomber jacket, and we're sure that Fear of God could push this piece into territory Uniqlo has never been to before.

Why It Works: If these two Swedish brands teamed up, the line at the soon-to-open COS store in NYC would wrap around the block. COS is essentially a more directional H&M, meaning it offers great minimal gear for prices that don't max out your credit card. Acne deals in the same arena of aesthetics, but offers season after season that pushes what is possible while keeping a simple, straight-forward vision. If these two got together, the simple gear would be out there without breaking the bank.

What We'd Like To See: These two would produce incredible essential outerwear garments like bomber jackets, peacoats, and motorcycle jackets with subtle details that separate them from the competition. And with COS-esque price points, denim jackets and pants would definitely fly off the shelves.

Why It Works: These two Scandinavian brands are all about simple, minimalist gear that straddles the line between streetwear and menswear. However, they both have a sense of humor, and manage to put out things that have enough of a twist that they keep things interesting. If the Danish Norse Projects and the Swedish Our Legacy got together, there's no telling what would come of it except that the gear would perform perfectly and look ill.

What We'd Like To See: Norse Projects' crazy outerwear combined with Our Legacy's super pared-down aesthetic. Or, since each season Our Legacy goes and makes an item out of a wild material (fake leather blazer, suede button-downs), maybe they could take a Norse Projects classic sweater and blast off out of this world with some nutjob combo that no one would see coming.

Why It Works: In the past few years, Gap has partnered with GQ to showcase the best new menswear designers in America and bring their wares to the masses. By providing Gap's large infrastructure and production systems, designers like Mark McNairy, Todd Snyder, and Ian Velardi have all sold their designs at a more Gap-like pricepoint. Well it's high-time Gap breaks out of the USA box and brings visvim to all us grail-seekers. Sure, the quality won't be nearly as out of this world as designer Hiroki Nakamura's original apparel and footwear, but being able to add some (diluted) vis into your wardrobe would make 2014 a landmark year.

What We'd Like To See: Simple workwear that looks as incredible as visvim's normal offerings without sacrificing (too much) on function and durability. Of course, some sort of affordable FBTs would be incredible, but we're not holding our breath.

Why It Works: No one should mess too much with Timberland's classic boots, and the recent collaborations that have worked best have utilized a subtle touch when synergizing. But as dope and essential as Timberland's 6-inch wheat boots are, let's be honest: They're not the best to rock while it's raining, sleeting, slushing, or any other time you have to deal with really shitty weather. And that's where Isaora's crazy advanced materials game comes into play.

What We'd Like To See: A classic 6-inch boot wrapped with fabrics that will keep all the nastiness out, but warmth and dryness in. Isaora's space-age materials can make your favorite pair of Timbs even more prepared for whatever Mother Nature throws at us, and, most importantly, keep them looking crisp once winter thaws. All done in a matte-black, of course.