Category Archives: Fashion

Unique 16-Bit Apparel Celebrates an Obscure Chapter in Nintendo’s Hardware History

Posted on Aug 12, 2017 by Oliver Jameson

From Elude Visibility (the online store of the archive of prototype and unreleased game ROMs of the same name, curated by Matthew Callis of superfamicom.org) comes some video game-inspired apparel that pays homage to Nintendo’s fascinating hardware history, reaching into … Continue reading →

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Splatoon 2’s Music Scene Comes to Life with New Shirts from THE KING OF GAMES

Posted on Aug 10, 2017 by Oliver Jameson

EDITMODE is expanding its range of Splatoon 2 apparel with a new line of six graphic t-shirts, inspired by in-game merchandise for the Splatoon universe’s most popular fictional bands. If you’ve spent any of the last few weeks indulging in Splatoon 2‘s fiercely competitive multiplayer … Continue reading →

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Super Deluxe Style with Gray Parka Service’s Kirby 25th Anniversary Souvenir Jacket

Posted on Aug 2, 2017 by Oliver Jameson

Gray Parka Service have teamed up with HAL Laboratory to produce a special souvenir jacket (or ‘sukajan’) in celebration of the Kirby series’s 25th anniversary this year. The back of the jacket is proudly emblazoned with the stylised title logo of … Continue reading →

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THUNDERBOX x Technōs Collab Serves up the Ultimate Accessory for Hot-Blooded Tough Guys

Posted on Aug 2, 2017 by Oliver Jameson

Thanks to Japanese fashion label THUNDERBOX, you’ll never again have to go downtown without a stylish, understated way of expressing your love for Technōs’ flagship Kunio-kun series on your person. They’re ideal for wearing to any back-alley brawl, dodgeball game or … Continue reading →

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Fresh New Threads from EDITMODE’s Splatoon 2 Collection

Posted on Jun 17, 2017 by Oliver Jameson

Kyoto-based EDITMODE have given us a glimpse of their fresh new line-up of officially licensed Splatoon-themed apparel, to coincide with the release of Splatoon 2 next month. This follows a successful line based on the first game, which featured clothing items from … Continue reading →

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Uniqlo X BoxBoy Apparel Line Serves up an Unexpectedly Adorable Collaboration

Posted on Jun 13, 2017 by Oliver Jameson

Following on from their partnership with Nintendo for the UTGP t-shirt design competition, Japanese clothing giant Uniqlo have announced a collaborative apparel and merchandise line featuring characters from HAL Laboratory‘s puzzle platformer gem BoxBoy. The line is fronted by a pair … Continue reading →

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The Story and Inspirations Behind EDITMODE’s Nostalgic Nintendo-Themed Apparel

Posted on Apr 15, 2017 by Oliver Jameson

We’ve drawn attention to Kyoto-based apparel brand EDITMODE a number of times in the past, most recently when we showcased the 2017 Spring collection for their ‘THE KING OF GAMES’ line of quality Nintendo-licensed apparel. The latest episode of creative-focused … Continue reading →

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THE KING OF GAMES 2017 Spring Collection Features Distinctive Styles with Heroic Influences

Posted on Apr 5, 2017 by Oliver Jameson

Kyoto-based EDITMODE have recently revealed the spring collection for THE KING OF GAMES, their tasteful gaming-inspired line of officially Nintendo-licensed apparel. This fresh line-up features casualwear styles celebrating beloved Nintendo characters, with the likes of Kirby’s Dream Land, Balloon Fight and The … Continue reading →

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EDITMODE’s Winter ‘THE KING OF GAMES’ Pop-Up Shop Returns for 2016

Posted on Dec 19, 2016 by Oliver Jameson

Last year we featured EDITMODE‘s winter KOG pop-up shop in Kyoto at as a part of our Culture Collection series. This time around, we’re going to be directing you towards miki800, who visited the ‘ELECTORONIC WINTER 2016’ event and has put together a … Continue reading →

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MOTHER 2 x Hobonichi returns for 2017 planner accessory collection

Posted on Aug 19, 2016 by Oliver Jameson

The Hobonichi Techo daily planner, a brainchild of Japanese copywriter, TV personality and creator of the MOTHER series Shigesato Itoi and his company Hobo Nikkan Itoi Shinbun (Hobonichi), is back with a brand new lineup of stationary and accessories for 2017, including a selection that … Continue reading →