Hysteric Glamour: Japan's Original Streetwear Brand
Explore some of the many important themes of the Hysteric Glamour brand, playfully juxtaposing ideas of war and peace.
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Monsters & Demons: An Interview with Suzume Uchida (Part 2)
Suzume Uchida’s startlingly original artwork is an antidote to emotionlessness.
Sean Holley
- Sep 18
Monsters & Demons: An Interview with Suzume Uchida (Part 1)
ARCHIVE.pdf is excited to release the first portion of our interview with Japanese artist Suzume Uchida.
Sean Holley
- May 26
Wildside Volume 2: An Exclusive Conversation with Kié Einzelgänger
Recently, ARCHIVE.pdf spoke with Kié Einzelgänger about her second collaboration with Wildside Yohji Yamamoto.
Sean Holley
- Feb 22
Paving Your Own Path: An Interview with Kié Einzelgänger
Kié Einzelgänger is simultaneously looking forwards and backwards. She sees fashion as so much more than a mode of expression.
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Hysteric Glamour: Japan's Original Streetwear Brand
Explore some of the many important themes of the Hysteric Glamour brand, playfully juxtaposing ideas of war and peace.
Nash Hill
- Nov 16, 2022
Issey Miyake and the Legacy Left Behind
The Japanese designer passed away August 5th, leaving behind an immeasurably impactful body of work.
Sean Holley
- Jun 29, 2022
From Dunks to Kiss Heels: The Mythology of Rick Owens
There’s not much to say about Rick Owens that hasn’t been said before. But let’s start with a refresher.
Cal D.
- Apr 27, 2022
Maison Martin Margiela's First Show, Spring 1989: Deconstruction and Interpretation
Encoded within is not just the philosophical foundation for Martin, but the foundation for many designers of my generation and beyond.
Jake Van Parys
- Apr 13, 2022
The Legend of Goros, Part 1: History and In-Person Experiences
Goro’s boldness goes against the grain and transcends what is possible for a genuine customer experience.
khan delin
- Mar 24, 2022
Sk8thing: The Phantom of 90's Japanese Streetwear
For the past 30 years, Shinichiro Nakamura aka Sk8thing, has been the most cryptic yet dominating influence in Japanese streetwear.
Isaac L. Davis
- Dec 22, 2021
Punk and High Fashion: A Case Study in Cultural Appropriation vs. Appreciation
In fashion, stealing or borrowing ideas, practices, and styles from other cultures is nothing new...
Cal D.
- Dec 1, 2021
The Legacy of Kapital: The Philosophy & Cultural Depth Behind the Cult Japanese Brand
When looking at the unique world of Japanese fashion culture both past and present, it is almost impossible to overlook Kapital.
Art V.
- Oct 20, 2021
Trailblazers of the East: How Japanese-Designed Sneakers Ended Up on the World Runway
Incorporating sneakers was a phenomenon never seen before on the fashion runway, especially in the West.
Isaac L. Davis
- Oct 6, 2021
FUTURE ARCHIVE: Visvim and its Timeless Collections
It makes complete sense that Visvim will become coveted in the future and incorporated into archive style...
Cal D.
- Sep 29, 2021
Collection Deep-Dive: Raf Simons SS2004 'May The Circle Be Unbroken'
Let's shift our focus to the Spring Summer 2004 collection, “May the Circle Be Unbroken”, a pivotal moment for the label.
Art V.
- Sep 3, 2021
Chrome Hearts: A Closer Look into a Fashion Enigma
Chrome Hearts is slowly mastering the equilibrium between tasteful art creations for die-hard collectors and graphic merchandise.
ARCHIVE.pdf Staff
- Aug 11, 2021
Fashion Meme Deep Dive, Part 1: Falling Down the Rabbit Hole of Degeneracy
Like memes, fashion memes are eerily difficult to explain to the outsider, as they require a level of sophistication, wits, and cunning...
Zachary Patronaggio
- Jul 9, 2021
The Musical Composition of Clothing: Nirvana and Number (N)ine
Fashion and music are often tied to each other, with the latter being a catalyst for a myriad of collections within the realm of fashion.
Art V.
- Jun 30, 2021
From Hard Bottoms to Vulcanized Rubber: The Long Odyssey of Footwear in Fashion
Footwear, especially sneakers, often ultimately define fashion collections and the legacy of a fashion house.
Khan Delin
- Jun 4, 2021
Raf Simons Corpo: Revealing the Furniture that Came Before the Clothing (Part 2)
Max’s team and ARCHIVE.pdf have joined forces to provide you with an exclusive 2-part feature to delve into the world of Raf Simons Corpo.
Isaac L. Davis
- May 7, 2021
Eras of Undercover: Deciphering the Past, Present, and Future of Jun Takahashi's Cult Brand
Undercover has been making waves for over a quarter of a century, achieving what many designers and brands could only dream of.
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