Unknown Taps Rapper Unknown T to Star in its New Campaign
References: unknownlondon & hypebeast
London-based fashion imprint Unknown has been accelerating in the realm of fashion in the UK and now it presents its new collection designed for the Spring/Summer 2023 season. The lookbook is shot in Cairo, Egypt, and stars UK drill artist Unknown T.
The brand is inspired by truck-style police cars, which can be seen in the editorial full of Egyptian vehicles that are detailed with Arabic writing and graffiti on the windows. Some of the pieces include sparkling bomber jackets with snake prints, athletic apparel, and monogram shirts. Other items include the torn eagle hoodies and 90s-style jorts to add a retro feel to the capsule, rounded out with the brand's embellished tracksuits with an overwashed look.
Image Credit: Unknown, hypebeast, unknownlondon
The brand is inspired by truck-style police cars, which can be seen in the editorial full of Egyptian vehicles that are detailed with Arabic writing and graffiti on the windows. Some of the pieces include sparkling bomber jackets with snake prints, athletic apparel, and monogram shirts. Other items include the torn eagle hoodies and 90s-style jorts to add a retro feel to the capsule, rounded out with the brand's embellished tracksuits with an overwashed look.
Image Credit: Unknown, hypebeast, unknownlondon
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