FORTRESS SOLITUDE is a fashion label that is no stranger to graphics and stark visuals and its newest collection, 「Unease」, follows the same route. The capsule drops for the Fall/Winter 2021 season and is full of streetwear silhouettes that are marked with geometric accents, graphic themes, and more.
The inspiration rests heavily in the world of early digital art, psychedelics, and underground comic visuals. The silhouettes include items such as graphic tees, sweatpants, button up shirts, and cardigans. All of these are detailed with bright colors and some earthy tones to ground it all as well. It is overlayed with psychedelic artwork that is done by the brand. According to the label, the designs are meant for "punks, artists, musicians, vandals, gardeners, skateboarders, chefs, agitators and love makers."
Graphic-Heavy Fall Artful Fashion
FORTRESS SOLITUDE's 「Unease」, Prepares for the FW21 Season
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