Celebrating two decades of shaping contemporary streetwear culture, END. is continuing its 20th Anniversary festivities with a collaboration alongside French fashion-sport house Lacoste. The duo has taken inspiration from 90s arcades for a collection utilizing Lacoste’s classic sport-luxury design language across different clothing and even a pair of sneakers.
Drawing inspiration from cult classics like Sega Rally and Need for Speed, the collection injects vintage racing motifs and bold graphics into a series of wardrobe staples. Iconic Lacoste silhouettes such as the Blouson jacket, tracksuits, and polos are reinterpreted through END.’s contemporary lens, showcased in retro hues of blue and green that recall the vibrant energy of old-school arcades.
The standout piece is the reimagined Umpire sneaker, rendered in off-white hairy suede with a metal crocodile logo on the sidewall. Appliqué patches nodding to car club insignias of the '90s complete the look, adding layers of nostalgic storytelling. The collection is unified under a brand-new co-branded END. x Lacoste logo featuring the signature palette of blue and green.
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