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#FR2 vs A.P.C.: similarities and differences

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#FR2

Japan Founded 2014

Streetwear · Decoration & playfulness · Trends & youth culture

A.P.C.

France Founded 1987

Minimal & basics · Polished & dressy

Similarities and differences

Shared traits

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Different traits

  • Decoration & playfulness

    #FR2 shows a stronger emphasis

  • Minimal & basics

    A.P.C. shows a stronger emphasis

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Trait comparison

  • #FR2 (solid line, circles)
  • A.P.C. (dashed line, squares)
Traits of #FR2 and A.P.C., shown relative to each brand.
How to read the chart

Traits farther from the centre are more prominent within each brand. The chart uses the same relative display as the brand profile. Area does not indicate brand quality or absolute differences between brands.

Traits by category

Bar lengths show how prominent each trait is within each brand.

  • #FR2
  • A.P.C.
Minimal & basics
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Polished & dressy
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Luxury & heritage
#FR2：Relative prominence within the brand
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Avant-garde & designer
#FR2：Relative prominence within the brand
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Decoration & playfulness
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A.P.C.：Relative prominence within the brand
Streetwear
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Trends & youth culture
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Sporty & sportswear
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Outdoor & functional
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Basic information

Field
#FR2
A.P.C.
Country Japan France
Founded 2014 1987
Category Clothing Clothing
Other categories Bags Accessories Footwear Watches Beauty and cosmetics Lifestyle products —

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Brand profiles

Brand lines

#FR2

  • #FR2GOLF

    #FR2GOLF is a golf-specific line derived from the streetwear brand #FR2, and began its rollout in Ap...

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  • #FR2FISHING

    #FR2FISHING is a name used for a fishing-oriented derivative collection of #FR2, centered on T-shirt...

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A.P.C.

  • A.P.C. GOLF

    A.P.C. GOLF is a golf-oriented lifestyle sub-line derived from A.P.C. Its launch was rooted in found...

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  • A.P.C. Kids

    A.P.C. Kids is a children’s line that reinterprets A.P.C.’s minimalist, polished French casual aesth...

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Collaborations

#FR2

  • 2025-10-18

    MIHARA YASUHIRO

    In 2021 and 2022, the brands jointly announced collaborations with atmos under a three-brand billing, featuring “PETERSON” sneakers with rabbit patches. A BLAKEY LOW release is planned for 2025.

  • 2025-04-26

    goyemon

    In April 2025, two styles of setta sandals in #FR2 BLACK and YELLOW were released, based on “unda-雲駄-” and featuring thong straps embroidered with the #FR2 logo.

  • 2025-01-11

    POTR

    In January 2025, POTR and #FR2 collaborated to release three styles: a daypack, shoulder bag, and wallet. Special designs were incorporated into the lining and other details.

  • 2024-04-20

    PUMA

    In April 2024, PUMA, atmos pink, and #FR2梅 released CALI WEDGE-style sneakers featuring a 3D “rabbit” motif as the third installment of their three-way collaboration.

  • 2024-04-20

    atmos pink

    In April 2024, PUMA × atmos pink × #FR2梅 released women's sneakers featuring a platform-soled CALI WEDGE-style design and a 3D rabbit motif.

  • 2023-01-14

    XLARGE

    The seventh installment, on January 14, 2023, featured a diverse lineup, including a boa fleece hooded jacket and cargo pants, as well as first-time offerings.

#FR2 collaborations

A.P.C.

  • 2026-03-10

    FREAK'S STORE

    FREAK’S STORE created an exclusive version of A.P.C.’s classic logo-embroidered T-shirt. It announced two styles, “BRODE T-SHIRTS” and “RUE MADAME T-SHIRTS,” with adjusted embroidery colors and silhouettes, and said sales would begin in mid-March.

  • 2025-12-12

    Gregory

    The A.P.C. and Gregory collaboration released three types of durable nylon bags in December 2025 under the “Urban Hiking” concept.

  • 2025-10-02

    Marc Jacobs

    Marc Jacobs × A.P.C. released a capsule collection of 26 styles, including bags and denim, themed around college and prep, on October 2, 2025.

  • 2025-04-05

    ASICS

    A.P.C. and ASICS collaborated on GEL-SONOMA in 2022 and a tennis collection in 2025, offering sneakers and apparel for a head-to-toe look.

  • 2024-12-26

    Barbour

    The first collaboration between A.P.C. and Barbour took place at the end of 2024. It features fishing jackets based on the Barbour Spey, denim work jackets, T-shirts, and other items.

  • 2024-06-20

    Topologie

    The 2024 collaboration between A.P.C. and Topologie comprises 10 pieces. It features a range of utility items, including straps, bags, and phone cases.

A.P.C. collaborations

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