With a penchant for style and environmental consciousness, the men’s label Mr Porter is a ‘destination of discovery’, offering a curated selection of over 500 of the world’s most sought-after brands. Similarly, Gallery Dept. has built their foundation on quality and repurposing, reimagining vintage garments without compromising artistic integrity. The two brands came together to curate an exclusive, limited-edition 26-piece collection of ready-to-wear pieces. Artist and founder of Gallery Dept. describes the union as “the perfect intersection to solidify what modern luxury is today”

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Throughout the capsule, upcycled garments or deadstock fabrics were used to fabricate unique garments, with handcrafted details from paint splatter to distressing. Denim is a distinctive theme throughout the collection, citing the brand’s tradition of upcycling vintage Levi’s 501 jeans. The collection notably includes an array of denim jeans and jackets with hand-embroidered and distressed aspects, giving each piece a distinguishing look. Pieces like the classic hoodie with the hand-stitched G-patch and the camouflage painter trousers have patchwork features, an acknowledgment of Gallery Dept.’s experimental use of patchwork, making each garment an exclusive one-off. 

The collaborative effort delivers a range of unique styles that speak to the ethos and design DNA of both brands. Available to a global audience online on October 11th, the capsule collection fully realizes streetwear and luxury, with sustainability in mind.
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