Fashion meets Star Wars ahead of Episode VIII release
AHEAD of the eagerly awaited release of ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’, Dec 15, ready-to-wear brands are pulling out all the stops with fashion collections for kids and adults featuring famous characters and motifs from the intergalactic saga. Here’s a look at some of the hottest Star Wars apparel to shop before Episode VIII lands in theatres.
Futuristic styles at rag & bone
American label rag & bone is channelling the Force with an exclusive collection of menswear and womenswear designs created in collaboration with the Star Wars franchise. Inspired by past and present Star Wars movies, the pieces stay true to the brand’s DNA while also adopting colours and details from the Galactic Empire and the Rebel Alliance. This very limited- edition capsule collection includes apparel, shoes and small leather goods.
Website: www.rag-bone.com
Star Wars fandom at H& M
The Swedish clothing giant has a large collection of clothing and shoes inspired by the Star Wars universe. This kids’ collection, with just a handful of menswear pieces, features iconic motifs and characters from various movies in the franchise. The collection includes pajamas, hooded sweaters, T- shirts, sneakers, underwear and slippers.
Website: www.hm.com
X-wing and Aurebesh Asos
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retailer Asos recently revealed its collaboration with Disney and Lucasfilm. The 18-piece Star Wars capsule is directly inspired by ‘Star Wars Episode 8: The Last Jedi’, and features motifs including X-wing pilot helmets and details featuring Aurebesh, a language featured in the Star Wars universe. This menswear collection includes T- shirts, hoodies, shorts and pants.
Website: www.asos.com
Clarks celebrates the force of female power
For the release of ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’, footwear brand Clarks has joined forces with Star Wars for a collection for women and girls called “Force of Nature.” Directly inspired by the character Rey ( played by Daisy Ridley) and her powerful Jedi Force, this limited- edition shoe line has been designed with innovative technologies and materials for optimal comfort and protection.
Website: www.clarks.com