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UrlfreezeShops CURATES: Utilitarian

23 October 2024

The UrlfreezeShops Curates: Utilitarian edit represents an exploration into form and function, both of the garments themselves and the environments they inhabit.

At the core of utilitarian design is a balance between form and function — garments that can be worn in myriad environments, with an emphasis on practicality that grows better with age. Much like these garments, the neighbouring coastlines and urban environments of the North East share direct synergy, beautiful in their forms, yet equally gritty and raw in elements: unkept brickwork, rusted metals and chain link fences. It’s this visceral contrast that underpins the UrlfreezeShops Curates: Utilitarian edit, showcasing the symbiosis of aesthetics and ruggedness shared by both garment and environment.

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Nanamica 2L Gore-Tex Cruiser JacketNanamica 2L Gore-Tex Cruiser JacketCharcoal
C.P. Company D.D Shell Down VestC.P. Company D.D Shell Down VestVintage Khaki
Arc'teryx Veilance Corbel PantArc'teryx Veilance Corbel PantRune
ROA Katharina SneakerROA Katharina SneakerBrown & Black
Hiking Patrol Down CapHiking Patrol Down CapDark Brown
SEALSON TE 3-Way Messenger BagSEALSON TE 3-Way Messenger BagBlack
Goldwin PERTEX QUANTUM Down ParkaGoldwin PERTEX QUANTUM Down ParkaOak Beige
Satisfy GhostFleece AD Light Half-Zip SweatshirtSatisfy GhostFleece AD Light Half-Zip SweatshirtMoon
Cote&Ciel Hyco S Smooth Cross Body BagCote&Ciel Hyco S Smooth Cross Body BagBeige
Norda 001Norda 001Cinder
Nanamica Alphadry Wide Easy TrousersNanamica Alphadry Wide Easy TrousersBlack

At the centre of the edit is an emphasis on performance, with GORE-TEX offerings from Eichiro Homma’s nanamica, down-filled layers from C.P. Company and Goldwin and rugged footwear from ROA. Washed out textures further nod to the hardwearing nature of both environment and garment, with an overdyed purple hoodie from thisisneverthat and a light brown, washed canvas jacket by Auralee.

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C.P. Company BI-TM Medium Weight JacketC.P. Company BI-TM Medium Weight JacketBlack Sand
and wander Diamond Stitch Down Vestand wander Diamond Stitch Down VestBlack
BEAMS Puckering Easy TrousersBEAMS Puckering Easy TrousersBlack
and wander Sil Sacocheand wander Sil SacocheCharcoal
Mizuno Wave Prophecy LSMizuno Wave Prophecy LSBlack
Kardo Bodhi Patchwork JacketKardo Bodhi Patchwork JacketMulti
Engineered Garments Fowl VestEngineered Garments Fowl VestBlack Cotton Herringbone
Story mfg. Peace Cargo PantsStory mfg. Peace Cargo PantsBlack
ROA Katharina SneakerROA Katharina SneakerMidnight Blue & Black
Kardo Chintan Resist Dyed ShirtKardo Chintan Resist Dyed ShirtBlue

Experimenting with patterns and texture, the Bodhi patchwork jacket from Kardo exemplifies the Indian label’s love of craft textiles, while cargo pants from thisisneverthat are detailed with an all-over woodland camo. Accessories, meanwhile, reflect the utilitarian theme of the edit, with a down filled trapper cap from Hiking Patrol, a 3D Seamless Neck Gaiter from ROA and an ergonomic, water repellent cross body bag from Cote&Ciel.

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Auralee Washed Canvas JacketAuralee Washed Canvas JacketLight Brown
Our Legacy Third Cut JeansOur Legacy Third Cut JeansBlue Tech Wash Denim
ROA Mohair Zip CardiganROA Mohair Zip CardiganYellow
THISISNEVERTHAT Overdyed Hooded JacketTHISISNEVERTHAT Overdyed Hooded JacketPurple
Rototo Bulky Watch Cap BeanieRototo Bulky Watch Cap BeanieLime
Polar Skate Co. Big Boy CordPolar Skate Co. Big Boy CordChocolate
Snow Peak Indigo C/N ParkaSnow Peak Indigo C/N ParkaIvory
THISISNEVERTHAT Cargo PantsTHISISNEVERTHAT Cargo PantsCamo
ROA 3D Seamless Neck GaiterROA 3D Seamless Neck GaiterBlack
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