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As part of Pokemons 25th anniversary celebrations, the iconic gaming series has teamed up with clothing brand Levi Strauss & Co. to offer an exclusive range of pocket-monster-themed attire.
Along with some pleasing jumpers, hoodies, and t-shirts displaying Pokemon like Snorlax and Gengar, the collection also includes some more, er, unusual choices.
A Misty-based design includes a combo of high-waisted denim shorts, suspenders, and a yellow top with a Togepi sat on the front. Its hardly the most inspired look but serves as a high quality cosplay for fans of the old-school cartoon character. And with prices reaching up to $148, you can be sure everyone will know youre a Poke-fan with cash to splash. Bolder is the Pikachu-themed, denim-jacket-and-pants pairing which slap the famous mascot cheerfully on your back and legs, along with a lightning bolt down one arm.
And if youre a Pokemon lover who truly, desperately must make sure everyone around you knows it, theres also a garish garden-green denim jacket and pants combo. Covered in a selection of popular critters from the series, the outfit is certain to draw eyes, presumably followed by an unpleasant gag reflex. Thankfully the full lineup does include some more tasteful options such as an Ash Ketchum hat, Pikachu beanie, Jigglypuff socks, and a Levis logo T-Shirt featuring a cute snoozing Pikachu.
The Levis X Pokemon Collection Has 90s
The Levis x Pokemon Collection is a love letter to all the fans who grew up watching the original Pokemon anime. The collection is slated to be released on 18 February. It will be available on Levis Singapores online store and at select Levis retail stores.
If youre planning to head down to the stores to check out the collection IRL, try your luck with the Pokemon Claw Machine and stand a chance to win Pokemon plushies and Levis gift vouchers. Spend a minimum of $100 in a single receipt at the Levis VivoCity or Bugis Junction stores to earn 1 claw machine token, which will then give you 3 chances on the machine.
While waiting for the collection to drop, you can also think about tying together your fresh Pokemon-themed outfits with the soon-to-be-released Pokemon x Baby-G watch.
Cover: Images courtesy of Levis Singapore
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Trainers, rejoice! In commemoration of its 25th anniversary this year, The Pokemon Company will be teaming up with American denim brand Levis to release the Levis x Pokemon collection. The 90s-inspired collection features many pieces that will be sure to trigger nostalgia in long-time fans of the original Pokemon anime series.
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Pokemon Is Getting A Levi’s Collection
Levi’s is releasing a line of Pokemon-branded clothing, including a denim jacket. Earlier this week, Levi’s gave Pokemon fans their first look at an upcoming collaboration with The Pokemon Company to celebrate the franchise’s 25th anniversary. Levi’s showed off a tease of a new denim jacket featuring Pokemon mixed in with a bright floral print. Eagle-eyed fans spotted other listings for the upcoming co-branded apparel line, showing off several pairs of jeans that have a rumored price tag of $148. Levi’s previously collaborated with Nintendo to produce a series of Mario products just before that franchise’s 35th anniversary. You can check out an early look at the Levi’s line of Pokemon apparel below:
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The new merchandise is just one of the many big plans the Pokemon Company has to celebrate its 25th anniversary. Earlier this month, The Pokemon Company announced it was working on a music collaboration with pop star Katy Perry. The franchise also has several other cross-promotions with various companies planned, including a Happy Meal promotion with McDonald’s. The Pokemon Company will also release several games this year, including the long-awaited New Pokemon Snap and a new Pokemon UNITE MOBA game. A new pair of main series Pokemon games will also likely be released this year, with most insiders and fans pointing to remakes of Pokemon Diamond and Pearl.
A Look At The New Levis X Pokmon Collection
When it comes to the new Levis® x Pokémon collection, well, you gotta catch em all.
The brands newest capsule collection, which drops on Monday, taps into a late 90s style vibe and delves into the colorful world of Pokémon, evoking the era when kids and adults alike all over the world adventured with Ash, Misty and Pikachu.
Its so fun to hear people talk about their love of Pokémon, said Karyn Hillman, chief product officer at Levi Strauss & Co. The fact that we had this ability to play and create with so many iconic Pokémon and characters was really a special experience. Its such a thoughtful collection that respects and celebrates the world of Pokémon, and it was so cool mixing our icons and history with theirs its nostalgic and optimistic, with a little bit of escapism.
The all-over printed Trucker and jeans are two standout pieces, said Jenny Carlin, director of womens tops design who worked on the collection. The pattern is bright green and very colorful, and we added greenery and flowers to give it more depth. Its fun to look at it and see all the characters we were able to incorporate into the print.
A fun yet elevated design approach
Even though she spent months working on the collection, Jenny is still eager to get her hands on the product when its available next week.
Theres a black hoodie with pink embroidered grumpy Jigglypuffs I love it, she said. Im definitely buying one of those!
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Pokmon Fans You Better Catch This Levi’s Collab
The all-over print jeans and denim jacket are a hit.
Fashion really loves anime right now. We’re just hitting February, and already Gucci has released a Doraemon capsule, Loewe has become enamored withMy Neighbor Totoro, and Levi’s has been teasing Pokémon denim. Cuteness and nostalgia are forming a powerful force, one you may not be able to resist while getting dressed.
Levi’s is now moving past the teaser phase and has released the lookbook for its Pokémon collab, which is set to release February 15. Denim forms the backbone of the collection as you’d expect, but there’s also a small range of T-shirts, sweatshirts, and accessories including a Pikachu ears beanie.
Most fetching of all is a set of all-over print jeans and denim jacket with a forest scene filled with Pokémon. I’ll need a fanatic to verify, but it appears as if all 150 of the original creatures show up amongst the foliage giving you a one-cop path to catching ’em all.
Pikachu is the star, duh With few exceptions, the Levi’s x Pokémon capsule is Pikachu-centric. The little guy appears on ’90s-style stonewash 551 straight leg jeans and a Vintage Fit Trucker jacket that come in as #3 and #4 for most coppable pieces, as well as T-shirts and crewneck sweatshirts.
Expect rapid sellouts and start deciding what you want now if you want a chance at this kitschy collection.
