When you think about the essential cornerstone items your favorite brands produce, you may overlook the accessories that are more often than not offered at relatively accessible price-points compared to the more iconic pieces. Maybe because the focus is on the signature garments that the brand is famous for, or the eye-catching motifs that clearly show you bought into it? Who wouldn’t immediately think of the diagonal stripes from OFF-WHITE or a BAPE full-zip shark sweater when looking to buy streetwear pieces? However, there comes a point in time when you want to keep it more subtle and loud prints or inconspicuous silhouettes just don’t fit. Therefore, we’ve compiled a list of key accessories that allow you to keep incognito while representing your favorite brand. There are a plethora of items you can find from each brand that don’t necessarily scream out for attention and are tasteful additions to any outfit. Keep reading down for a selection of them.
OAMC Pins
Having established itself amongst an array of upper echelon brands such as Dries Van Noten, Valentino, Thom Browne and more, OAMC has been consistently producing high-quality garments featuring unique designs. Its collections strongly focus on its chosen theme each season and the underlying principle behind every piece is that it has to be impeccably made. Details such as taped seams on the bottom interiors of tees and the incorporation of unorthodox fabrics in garments throughout has elevated the brand to a new level of taste. Of course, great quality comes at a price and if you’re not willing to lay down the investment just yet on some of the more intricate clothes, these brass pins handmade in Italy are perfect entry pieces to the label. You can find the pins at select stockists around the world such as Union.
OFF-WHITE Cardholder
Part of the initial release of items that have started to slowly pop up at certain retailers, the OFF-WHITE cardholder takes a step away from the stereotypical stripes and graphics from the brand. Virgil Abloh’s label has grown tremendously over the last few years and the designer displayed his inaugural runway show to the world earlier this year. While there are a number of people who still think of the brand’s associations to loud motifs and prints, accessories such as this cardholder is a more laid-back way of appreciating the label. The black leather piece features embossing to produce a crocodile print and a detachable yellow band adds an industrial touch. Certain retailers like colette are now offering the cardholder.
Hender Scheme Tote Bag
Hender Scheme has become synonymous with great craftsmanship and attention to detail with its premium renditions of some of the most popular sneakers. The use of vegetable tan leather throughout the brand’s collection allows each individual piece to develop a natural patina that is unique to the user over time. Although Hender Scheme’s footwear offerings are somewhat of a staple in its collections, there are several other more price-friendly items such as accessories and household goods, which also feature premium leather materials. For example, the White Vinyl Tote Bag features raw undyed leather handles as well as the same undyed leather accents on the bottom corners of it.
Gosha Rubchinskiy Scarf
It is undeniable that Gosha Rubchinskiy has taken over the streetwear world in the past couple of years. The talented designer has managed to commercialize his post-Soviet aesthetic and made it accessible around the world with his runway shows becoming one of the most anticipated events each season. Despite the spectacle and theatrics that go along with these fashion events, Gosha has always kept it very down-to-earth in his work. The business relationship with COMME des GARÇONS has not hindered the accessibility of the label’s products either and his wish in keeping everything price-friendly has been able to stay consistent. If you don’t want to go all out and wear the popular double-sleeve sweaters or camo prints this season, the scarf may be the answer to add that dash of color to your wardrobe. As expected, most stockists have sold out but there are still sites such as KM20 that are taking pre-orders for the collection.
fragment design x OFF-WHITE Socks for THE PARK・ING GINZA
Released as part of an exclusive capsule for Hiroshi Fujiwara’s latest retail concept, THE PARK・ING GINZA, these socks were part of a collection that included hooded sweaters, a jumpsuit, and a tote bag. As most of the other items incorporate a noticeable vibrant yellow palette, these socks manage to combine key elements of both brands while keeping it somewhat discreet. This capsule is not the first time Fujiwara has joined forces with Abloh, as the Japanese designer also came together with him to create a capsule for his the POOL aoyama location, which closed down before the new Ginza concept was unveiled.
Cav Empt Shotta Bag
When Cav Empt was created by Toby Feltwell and Sk8thing, it popped up on everyone’s radars due to the vivid and dystopian graphics, as well as the peculiar silhouettes on garments. It remains consistent and bold each season with its choice of prints but this season’s Shotta bag is a functional way of keeping all your things together without going over-the-top aesthetically. The bag retains Cav Empt’s unorthodox style with the brand’s logo in a mirrored view and also has a number of storage pockets within the interior, while the exterior conveniently incorporates a pocket for carrying heavy-use items.
nonnative Dweller Ring
It’s always interesting to see what Japanese label nonnative looks for in its inspiration, as it continually explores what it means to be a “traveler.” The playful video lookbooks shot around the world hold testament to how far and wide the brand searches for elements it can redefine for its collections. Even a trip to Texas can serve as the moodboard to an entire season as evident in the 2016 spring/summer lookbook, where denim and sturdy fabrics were rampant throughout. However, what is often overlooked is nonnative’s jewelry when a strong focus is placed on the interesting textiles and silhouettes. This handcrafted ring that was created in collaboration with END., shows another side to the brand, which may not come to mind at first thought.
TAKAHIROMIYASHITATheSoloist. Bandana
After his departure from fan-favorite brand, NUMBER (N)INE, Takahiro Miyashita went on to develop his own label, which he aptly named TAKAHIROMIYASHITATheSoloist. The line clearly takes on Western influences and Miyashita’s penchant for ominous themes has produced this unique look that could be described as goth-meets-cowboy. Frayed edges and interesting materials such as ripstop, along with intricately placed details, has propelled the designer’s solo effort into the spotlight of fashion magazines around the world. However, like many detail-focused Japanese brands that aren’t widely available, the prices can be surprisingly high but items like the bandana successfully embodies the ethos of the brand without breaking the bank.
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