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Y’s vs visvim: similarities and differences

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Y’s

Japan Founded 1972

Avant-garde & designer · Luxury & heritage · Minimal & basics

visvim

Japan Founded 2000

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

Similarities and differences

Shared traits

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Different traits

  • Outdoor & functional

    visvim shows a stronger emphasis

  • Luxury & heritage

    Y’s shows a stronger emphasis

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Trait comparison

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  • visvim (dashed line, squares)
Traits of Y’s and visvim, shown relative to each brand.
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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
Y’s
visvim
Country Japan Japan
Founded 1972 2000
Category Clothing Clothing
Other categories Bags Accessories Footwear Eyewear Bags Accessories Footwear Eyewear Fragrance Lifestyle products Textiles and material technology

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Brand profiles

Brand lines

Y’s

  • Y's for men

    A spin-off line launched in 1979 as a men’s-only line of Y's. It applies the patternmaking and tailo...

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  • Y’s Red Label

    Launched as an experimental/derivative subline of Y's, the line was led by designer Michiko Suzuki a...

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  • Y's PINK (Y's PINK)

    A diffusion line by a design team carrying on Y's DNA, it regularly presents collections incorporati...

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  • RISMAT by Y's

    A cruise/daily-oriented diffusion line introduced in 2014, centered on knitwear and emphasizing mate...

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  • MICHIKO by Y's

    A dress line launched to systematize Y's dresswear category. Centered on combinations of different m...

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  • KAYO NAKAMURA by Y's

    A derivative line introduced in 2014 as an accessories line centered on shoes and bags. Its designs ...

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  • Y's BANG ON!

    A seasonless unisex collection produced in small quantities, featuring numbered models based on men’...

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  • Y's Exclusive

    A suit line for career women introduced in 2013. Centered on coordinated jacket, pants, and skirt se...

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  • Y's for living

    A licensed line of home products developed under the Y's name, encompassing product groups such as b...

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Collaborations

Y’s

  • 2023-03-29

    Dr. Martens

    The collaboration features Y’s original 6-hole “Y’s 101.” Its brown-core vintage finish and back zipper are emblematic.

Y’s 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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