Labor Day weekend is fast approaching. And with a slew of activities potentially on your schedule over these next few days, this is the perfect excuse to cop some new pieces for a fresh fit.
This week boasts new releases from some big names like Human Made, Clot, Bape, Off-White, and Stone Island. Highlights include the Bape x Wilson tennis collection celebrating the 2019 US Open, a new collab between Human Made x Girls Don't Cry, and even some BBCICECREAM graphic T-shirts accented by Swarovski crystals that might have you feeling a little nostalgic for the aughts.
Take a closer look at this week's best style releases below.
Bape x Wilson Tennis Collection
Release Date: Aug. 31
Where to Buy It: Bape stores and bape.com
Price: $20-$439
In the midst of the US Open, Bape is dropping off a collaboration with Chicago-based sporting goods brand, Wilson. Usually seen seen on racquets and balls, the brand's "W" logo is recognizable to any tennis fan. Of course, Bape had to create its own version of each. The highlight of the collab is the ABC Camouflage racquet packaged in a custom camo cover. Other items like a T-shirt, hat, visor, and sweatband will also be up for grabs.
Nike x Clot "Liondance" Collection
Release Date: Aug. 28
Where to Buy It: Juice stores, juicestore.com, and other select retailers
Price: TBD
The 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup kicks off in China this Saturday. To celebrate the beginning of the tournament, Clot has collaborated with Nike on the "Liondance" collection. A zip-up hoodie, mesh shorts, and basketball jersey will all be up for grabs in a matching black and red color scheme. The highlight is the jersey, which is emblazoned with a large Chinese lion costume head across the chest.
Human Made x Girls Don't Cry "1928 Kyoto" Collection
Release Date: Aug. 31
Where to Buy It: Human Made store in Kyoto, Japan
Price: TBD
Nigo has once again linked up with Verdy's Girls Don't Cry for a limited capsule of apparel. This time, the duo will be dropping new goods exclusively at Human Made's Kyoto location. The brand's have swapped out their usual red logos in favor of blue ones on pieces like T-shirts, hoodies, hats, socks, tote bags, and a number of accessories. The most unconventional item is the 50-liter blue container sporting various branding hits from both parties.
Off-White "Church and State" Bags
Release Date: Available now
Where to Buy It: MCA Chicago
Price: $1,275-$3,445
MCA Chicago released more exclusive products from Virgil Abloh to coincide with his "Figures of Speech" exhibit. The "Church and State" pop-up store now has four new Off-White bags for sale. Two showcase a black and white version of Caravaggio's The Entombment of Christ painting. Two other two opt for an orange and white "Lines" graphic. The smaller bags in this release are coplimented by industrial straps reminiscent of Abloh's signature belts.
Stone Island Fall/Winter 2019/2020 Collection
Release Date: Available now
Where to Buy It: Stone Island stores and stoneisland.com
Price: $555-$2,509
Select styles from Stone Island's Fall/Winter 2019/2020 collection have began to hit retailers. As always, the Italian brand has provided an extensive collection of stylish outerwear boasting custom washes, weatherproof shells, and insultation ideal for the colder months ahead. Standout items include a bright orange fishtail parka, crinkled brown down coat, and pigment-dyed canvas Panama jacket.
BBCICECREAM Swarovski Capsule Collection
Release Date: Available now
Where to Buy It: bbcicecream.com
Price: £210 (app. $258)
BBCICECREAM released limited edition T-shirts and jeans that look like they were pulled straight out of 2006. A hybird between two of ICECREAM's trademark logos appear on black and white T-shirts. The reason these shirts are so special are because the graphics are outlined with Swarovski crystals. Two pairs of jeans with a shimmering Running Dog logo stamped on the crotch area complete the capsule.
Mitchell & Ness x Clot "Mamba Day" Collection
Release Date: Available now
Where to Buy It: mitchellandness.com and other select retailers
Price: $350-$500
Mitchell and Ness decided to celebrate Mamba Day by collaborating with Clot. Edison Chen's label crafted knit wool versions of the purple and gold shooting shirt and "8" jersey worn by Kobe Bryant during his rookie season with the Los Angeles Lakers. Mitchell and Ness' celebratory release is rounded off with a gold version of Kobe's "24" jersey from the 2008-2009 season.
Jason Scott x MLB Collection
Release Date: Available now
Where to Buy It: jasonscottclothing.com and select MLB clubhouse stores
Price: $85-$225
Designer Jason Scott channels his love for baseball with this official collection in collaboration with Major League Baseball. French terry T-shirts and hoodies showcase the logos of some of the MLB's most iconic teams, the New York Yankees, Chicago Cubs, and Los Angeles Dodgers. More teams are slated to be featured for the 2020 season as well.
