# Community-Building Graphic Tees KAWS and Infinite Archives Join Forces on a Capsule of T-Shirts By Amy Duong | Published 2022-06-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infinite-archives References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/5/infinite-archives-kaws-charity-tee-release-date) & [infinitearchives](https://infinitearchives.com/) New York-based artist KAWS has worked on many [iconic collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audemars-piguet-x-kaws) and the latest is done alongside [Infinite Archives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infinite-archives-1). It arrives in the form of collaborative tees that are made to support the Rebuild Foundation, featuring specially designed graphics on two tonal tees. The look of the shirts nod to the collaborators as the front of the graphic top reads "REBUILD" on the chest and [KAWS'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaws-warhol-ut) iconic art language updates the look. It also features the signature 'X' eyes that nod to the artist's aesthetics. The letter "IA" decorates the collar by the back of the shirt as a reference to the brand and the base foundation arrives in the tonal options of either black or white. Image Credit: KAWS ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Community-supporting Graphic Tees:** Opportunity for artists and brands to collaborate on creating graphic tees that support local foundations and organizations. - **Artistic Collaborations:** Collaborations between artists and brands can create unique and highly desirable products, benefiting both parties. - **Nostalgic Design Elements:** Incorporating nostalgic design elements, like KAWS' signature 'X' eyes, can enhance the appeal of products among fans and collectors. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion industry can leverage collaborations with artists to create limited edition products that help support local organizations. - **Art:** Art industry can partner with brands to bring their unique aesthetic to a wider audience through wearable art like graphic tees. - **Philanthropy:** Non-profit organizations can collaborate with artists and brands to create merchandise that supports their cause and raises awareness among a wider audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pop Art Creative Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaws-warhol-ut.md) - [Artistic Apparel Illustrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-and-kenshi-yonezu.md) - [Anime-Inspired Streetwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-x-kaikai-kiki.md) - [Art-Driven Knitwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaws-x-uniqlo-winter-2025.md) - [Art-Inspired Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keith-haring-x-albino-preto.md) - [Graffiti Artist-Collab Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ja-one-xtc.md) - [Monochrome Sophisticated Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blvck-paris-x-keith-haring.md) - [Illustrated Streetwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wasted-youth-x-tappei.md) - [Collaborative Ceramic Collectables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infinite-archives-1.md)