NEIGHBORHOOD Unveils SS25 Collection: Distressed Basics and Tactical Silhouettes with a Cultural Twist
Japanese streetwear brand NEIGHBORHOOD has just dropped its highly anticipated SS25 collection, and it’s safe to say that it does not disappoint. The collection, designed by founder Shinsuke Takizawa, stays true to the brand’s signature style with a mix of military-inspired pieces and distressed basics, all featuring a bold cultural motif.
From patch-pocket shirt-jackets to cargo pants, olive green parkas to leather flight jackets, the collection is full of tactical silhouettes that make a statement. But it’s not just about the outerwear – NEIGHBORHOOD has also included wardrobe essentials like jeans, knitted sweaters, and jersey knit crewnecks and cardigans, all with unique details like discolored blotches, thready hems, and worn-in holes.
While the brand typically incorporates bold graphics into its collections, this season they have taken a more minimal approach. You’ll find faded NH94 acronyms, “Durable Work Products” taglines, and industrial uniform patches scattered throughout the pieces. However, one standout item is a hand-illustrated hoodie with contrast paneling and various drawings, including a collegiate crest, a Playboy-esque bunny, and the iconic Nirvana song title “Smells Like Teen Spirit.”
But the real standout element of this collection is the inspiration behind it – traditional Middle Eastern scarves called keffiyehs. NEIGHBORHOOD has incorporated this woven pattern into a range of jackets, accessories, and even homeware. With a strong connection to the Palestinian cause, the brand’s use of this pattern is a powerful statement, often featuring pacifist and countercultural symbols in its graphics.
Some of the standout pieces from this collection include hooded utility jackets, scarves, and necklaces that borrow key elements from the keffiyeh and incorporate a peace sign into the pattern. And the best part? The full collection is set to drop on February 8th, so mark your calendars and get ready to add some seriously cool pieces to your wardrobe.
Don’t miss out on NEIGHBORHOOD’s SS25 collection – head to the brand’s web store on February 8th to snag your favorite pieces. Trust us, you won’t want to miss this one.
