Best Fashion Product Releases: January 2018

The last week of January is the final run of retail slump during which most people’s bank accounts are still recovering from holiday shopping. So that means it’s an especially opportune time to pick up some low-key product drops before the spending cycle takes full force again.

Those still in school will find essential releases perfect for post-winter break flexing via Uniqlo U, while others may want to gear up for two of the biggest events of February — the Olympic Games and Chinese New Year — with some Ralph and Gucci.

Other notable drops include the Lemaire-designed Uniqlo U Spring/Summer 2018 collection, BAPE x Dr. Martens collection, PACCBET x Carhartt WIP collab and the Grailed 100 Fall/Winter 2018 launch.

Ralph Lauren Team USA Olympic Collection

Ralph Lauren is, once again, the official designer of the Team USA Opening Ceremony uniforms for the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea. In addition to the official athlete outfits, the iconic American label also released Team USA gear for the fans. The collection includes ceremony sweaters, track jackets, ripstop hooded poncho, double-knit hoodie, polo bear sweatshirt, T-shirts, jeans, custom hats, mittens, suede boots and a slew of accessories.
When: Available now
Where: Ralph Lauren USA web store

Gucci Chinese New Year “Year of the Dog” Collection

Gucci went the full mile for Chinese New Year with a 63-piece collection in honor of the Year of the Dog.  Pieces include denim jackets, hoodies, sweatshirts, jeans, T-shirts, sneakers, bags, jewelry and bevy of accessories, all featuring a signature Helen Downie print of man’s best friend in various forms ranging from sneaker tongue patches to intricate embroideries.
When: Available now
Where: Gucci web store

ROKIT x NOUS Capsule Collection

Recently launched label NOUS, helmed by former colette team members, officially debuted on January 8, starting the year off with a bang with a new collaboration alongside Chicago’s ROKIT. The six-piece capsule focuses on clean graphics and unconventional materials, particularly, the water-resistant and translucent tarpaulin poncho, hat and waist bag.
When: Available now
Where: ROKIT web store

Gosha Rubchinskiy’s PACCBET x Carhartt WIP Collection

Gosha Rubchinskiy‘s skate-centric label PACCBET has joined forces with Carhartt WIP on a 12-piece capsule inspired by both brands’ heritages. Style themes such as late ’80s and early ’90s skate aesthetic and Carhartt WIP’s signature oversized fits are present throughout the collection, which includes outerwear, flannel shirts, tees, trousers, overalls and more. Those who miss out on the January 24 drop will have another chance to cop at an exclusive pop-up in Moscow on January 27.
When: January 24
Where: Online at Carhartt WIP and Dover Street Market.

Aries ’90s Trash-Pop-Inspired Menswear Capsule

London-based label Aries expands from its womenswear focus into unisex gear, launching its first menswear collection of essential garments and graphic print pieces. The capsule channels ’90s trash pop, as seen in the tribal Hawaiian prints, and features tracksuits, fleeces, bleached denim jackets and a bevy of tees with graphics inspired by classical symbols and ancient civilizations.
When: January 25
Where: Online at Aries’s web store and Goodhood.

Uniqlo U Spring/Summer 2018 Collection

Uniqlo‘s Christopher Lemaire-designed Uniqlo U line revealed a nature-inspired Spring/Summer 2018 collection featuring quality, essential garments at an affordable price point. This season of “progressive basics” boasts a soft color palette with minimalist linear detailing in sharp orange and red hues. BLOCKTECH material is also incorporated into outerwear for breathable, water-resistant and wind-proof wear. Head over to Uniqlo U’s website to see the full lookbook.
When: January 26
Where: In-store and online at UNIQLO.

Dr. Martens x BAPE Collaboration

Japanese streetwear giant BAPE linked up with British boot specialist Dr. Martens on a footwear and apparel capsule. The collaborative collection includes a work shirt featuring co-branded logos, a range of T-shirts sporting signature BAPE CAMO, as well as two classic Dr. Martens shoes — the 3-eye shoe and the 8-eye boot — in camo print-embossed burgundy and black leather options.
When: January 27
Where: In-store and online at BAPE.

SOPHNET. Spring/Summer 2018 Collection

Japan’s SOPHNET. recently teased its Spring/Summer 2018 collection via a video lookbook that showcased a bevy of accessible casual wear and layered signature staples. Highlight pieces featured in the visual include a leather jacket, denim chore coat, orange Macintosh coat, Hawaiian shirt, ankle-zip pants as well as a bevy of accessories and Chuck Taylor-like sneakers.
When: January 27
Where: Online at SOPHNET.

FULL-BK x Helly Hansen Collection

DJ DARUMA‘s streetwear label FULL-BK joined forces with Helly Hansen on a limited edition capsule based on the latter’s signature outerwear and branding, which was once sported by the likes of Wu-Tang Clan, Method Man and Redman. The black, white and neon yellow jacket features hi-vis detailing and bold graphics on the chest, sleeve, mouth guard and hood. The range also features two strapback caps in red and black.
When: January 27
Where: Online at FULL-BK’s web store

Grailed 100 Fall/Winter 2018 Drop

Grailed‘s annual archival clothing sale, the Grailed 100, offers highly sought-after garments from some of the biggest names in the fashion industry. In past years, the 100-piece drop event included goods from the likes of Raf Simons, Rick Owens, COMME des GARÇONS, Supreme and more. This year’s offering is previewed via a video lookbook, which showed rare items such as ACRONYM x Nike Prestos and Helmut Lang jackets.
When: January 30, 12:00 p.m. EST
Where: Grailed