Junya Watanabe MAN has once again teamed up with Reigning Champ, unveiling a limited edition set of Midweight Terry hoodies and pants that echoes key motifs from Watanabe’s Spring/Summer 2025 show. This capsule brings back the signature tartan and corduroy patchwork, underscoring Watanabe’s celebrated approach to reconstruction and layering.
Originally shown during Paris Fashion Week, the SS25 collection showcased Watanabe’s focus on deconstructed silhouettes and hybrid garments. In this new release, the same themes resurface in wearable streetwear form. The pieces combine practicality and style, made from Reigning Champ’s breathable yet substantial Midweight Terry cotton—perfect for summer humidity or transitional weather.
Design Marries British Textiles and Japanese Repair Tradition
True to Watanabe’s ethos, the capsule blends cultural references and technical craft. Tartan patches—ranging from black-and-red flannel to classic British check—overlay color-blocked panels of red corduroy and frayed black denim. Each fabric choice contributes to the visual patchwork narrative. Notably, the hoodie features appliques centered on the torso, while the pants highlight the patched effect around the knees.
Adding depth, the pieces incorporate black abstract stitching that references sashiko, the Japanese mending technique that visibly reinforces fabric with purposeful threadwork. This detail serves both a functional and aesthetic role, nodding to heritage craftsmanship while fitting into the collection’s broader message of embracing imperfection and wear.
Exclusive Sizing and Availability
Unlike Reigning Champ’s standard fit, this release adopts Junya Watanabe’s Japanese sizing, giving it a distinct silhouette and catering to fashion-forward collectors. Many of the collection’s fine details, such as the hybrid patch placement and exaggerated textures, are distilled from the more experimental runway designs into daily wear garments.
The exclusive Junya Watanabe MAN x Reigning Champ capsule is now available via the official Reigning Champ webstore.