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SUBU vs doublet: similarities and differences

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SUBU

Japan Founded 2016

Outdoor & functional · Minimal & basics · Polished & dressy

doublet

Japan Founded 2012

Decoration & playfulness · Avant-garde & designer · Streetwear

Similarities and differences

Shared traits

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Different traits

  • Avant-garde & designer

    doublet shows a stronger emphasis

  • Decoration & playfulness

    doublet shows a stronger emphasis

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Trait comparison

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Traits of SUBU and doublet, shown relative to each brand.
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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

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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
SUBU
doublet
Country Japan Japan
Founded 2016 2012
Category Footwear Clothing
Other categories — Bags Accessories Footwear

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Brand profiles

Brand lines

SUBU

  • SUBU NANNEN

    Within SUBU’s lineup, this outdoor-oriented derivative line is designed for use near fires, such as ...

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  • SUBU VAMP

    A derivative line positioned as an “evolved” version of SUBU, building on its signature comfort with...

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  • SUBU amp

    A premium label launched by SUBU in 2018, this derivative line is centered on “premium basics,” elev...

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  • SUBU RE:COLLECTION

    Re: is a spin-off line developed by SUBU as a sustainable collection that “moves forward toward the ...

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doublet

  • doublet KID'S

    doublet KID'S is a capsule line derived for children that doublet announced in 2022. It launched a t...

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Collaborations

SUBU

  • 2025-11-28

    TOGA

    TOGA and SUBU’s first collaboration, featuring winter sandals that incorporate TOGA’s coin metal and Western motifs/graphics into SUBU slip-ons with brushed lining and a four-layer insole.

  • A.P.C.

    A.P.C. × SUBU (November 2024): two styles of winter sandals. Available in A.P.C.-like colors and materials, including black and khaki, they are also ideal as year-end gifts.

SUBU collaborations

doublet

  • 2026-01-10

    ASICS SportStyle

    The second collaboration, in January 2026. The GEL-QUANTUM 360 I AMP features an all-over “dinosaur head” print and 3D detailing.

  • 2025-04-26

    Converse

    The second collaboration, released in April 2025, features mismatched JACK PURCELL and ALL STAR HI styles. Apparel (hoodies/T-shirts) also appears for the first time.

  • 2025-01-11

    KIDS LOVE GAITE

    A collaboration on BIG FOOT DERBY SHOES. Inspired by “children wearing their parents’ shoes,” the oversized derby shoes were released in January 2025.

  • 2024

    ASICS

    As part of the 2024 ASICS × Doublet collaboration, collaborative sneakers appeared at Paris Fashion Week Men's. The collaboration incorporated an edge characteristic of Doublet.

  • 2023-11-25

    KIJIMA TAKAYUKI

    A felt hat collaboration in November 2023, featuring a beanie silhouette and a wide range of color options.

  • 2023-08-11

    SUICOKE

    A three-way collaboration between SUICOKE, Vibram, and doublet. The FUTON-LO fur sandals, featuring a bat motif known as “The Bat,” are introduced.

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