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GU vs visvim: similarities and differences

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GU

Japan Founded 2006

Trends & youth culture · Polished & dressy · Minimal & basics

visvim

Japan Founded 2000

Outdoor & functional · Avant-garde & designer · Luxury & heritage

Similarities and differences

Shared traits

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Different traits

  • Trends & youth culture

    GU shows a stronger emphasis

  • Avant-garde & designer

    visvim shows a stronger emphasis

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Trait comparison

  • GU (solid line, circles)
  • visvim (dashed line, squares)
Traits of GU and visvim, shown relative to each brand.
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Traits by category

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

  • GU
  • visvim
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
GU
visvim
Country Japan Japan
Founded 2006 2000
Category Clothing Clothing
Other categories Bags Accessories Footwear Lifestyle products Bags Accessories Footwear Eyewear Fragrance Lifestyle products Textiles and material technology

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Brand profiles

Brand lines

GU

No information is available.

visvim

Collaborations

GU

  • 2025-03-14

    UNDERCOVER

    The first collection, marking its relaunch as “UG,” is scheduled to launch on March 14, 2025.

  • 2021-02-22

    MIHARA YASUHIRO

    In 2021, it announced a collaborative collection featuring remake-style jackets and sneakers.

GU collaborations

visvim

  • 2012-11-15

    SOPHNET.

    SOPHNET. × visvim’s “Kiefer Hi VD.” The specifications are described in detail, including Italian calf leather, a hand-dyed sheepskin lining, a Vibram outsole, and a RiRi zip.

  • 2010-11-18

    Dita

    The DITA×visvim sunglasses are presented as a “second” collaboration. Details include a Zyle acetate frame, a black/red color scheme, and an elk leather case.

  • 2010-02-10

    Moncler

    In connection with the launch of Moncler V, visvim and Moncler created the “Serra Boot.” The description mentions an alpine-themed color scheme, with green as the base and beige/red accents.

  • 2009-12-13

    mastermind JAPAN

    A collection of ballistic-style bags by visvim and mastermind JAPAN. Backpacks and waist packs were made in black tones, with Horween Elk Leather, among other materials, mentioned.

  • 2009-01-02

    Supreme

    A visvim × Supreme capsule featuring items such as the Tradesman Jacket, Serra Ascent Boot, cashmere beanie, and Camp Cap. The release is listed as scheduled for 12/29 in NY/LA and 1/2 in Japan.

  • 2008-03-17

    COMME des GARÇONS

    A visvim × COMME des GARÇONS capsule was offered at Dover Street Market Isetan. FBTs and button-up shirts featuring an all-over “Marketing Machine” print, along with pocket hoodies, were available for a limited time through 3/31.

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