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ERL vs #FR2: similarities and differences

Compare brand traits, similarities and differences.

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ERL

United States Founded 2018

Streetwear · Decoration & playfulness · Trends & youth culture

#FR2

Japan Founded 2014

Decoration & playfulness · Streetwear · Trends & youth culture

Similarities and differences

Shared traits

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Different traits

  • Minimal & basics

    ERL shows a stronger emphasis

  • Polished & dressy

    ERL shows a stronger emphasis

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Trait comparison

  • ERL (solid line, circles)
  • #FR2 (dashed line, squares)
Traits of ERL and #FR2, 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.

  • ERL
  • #FR2
Minimal & basics
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Polished & dressy
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Luxury & heritage
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Avant-garde & designer
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Decoration & playfulness
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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
ERL
#FR2
Country United States Japan
Founded 2018 2014
Category Clothing Clothing
Other categories Accessories Bags Accessories Footwear Watches Beauty and cosmetics Lifestyle products

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Brand profiles

Brand lines

ERL

  • ERL Kids

    ERL Kids is a kidswear line developed by ERL under the name “ERL Kids.” Like the adult line ERL, it ...

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#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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Collaborations

ERL

  • 2023-09-06

    Levi's

    Levi’s x ERL. A 10-piece collection created with Venice-based ERL, centered on light-wash distressed denim. The theme is California individualism.

  • 2023-01-06

    Dior

    At Dior Men Spring 2023, “California Couture,” guest-designed by ERL, was presented. The capsule featured LA-inspired elements such as pastels, wave patterns, and quilting.

ERL 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

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