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WTAPS vs #FR2: similarities and differences

Compare brand traits, similarities and differences.

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WTAPS

Japan Founded 1996

Streetwear · Outdoor & functional

#FR2

Japan Founded 2014

Decoration & playfulness · Streetwear · Trends & youth culture

Similarities and differences

Shared traits

  • Both brands show traits of Streetwear.

Different traits

  • Decoration & playfulness

    #FR2 shows a stronger emphasis

  • Outdoor & functional

    WTAPS shows a stronger emphasis

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Trait comparison

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

  • WTAPS
  • #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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#FR2：Relative prominence within the brand
Streetwear
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Trends & youth culture
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#FR2：Relative prominence within the brand
Sporty & sportswear
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Outdoor & functional
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Basic information

Field
WTAPS
#FR2
Country Japan Japan
Founded 1996 2014
Category Clothing Clothing
Other categories Accessories Bags Accessories Footwear Watches Beauty and cosmetics Lifestyle products

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Brand profiles

Brand lines

WTAPS

No information is available.

#FR2

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Collaborations

WTAPS

  • 2026-02-20

    New Balance

    WTAPS × New Balance “U1300WT / Made in USA 1300.” It is safest to treat the 2/20 date notation and the 3/6 announcement in Japan as region-specific information.

  • 2026

    Alpha Industries

    A collaboration featured for SS26, combining Alpha’s classic MA-1 with WTAPS’ characteristic interpretation of military and workwear, a color palette centered on olive and black, and brand patches.

  • 2025-11-21

    VANS

    A collaboration between OTW by Vans, OAMC, and WTAPS. The Sk8-Hi GL Lug and Seylynn Lug were released in three colorways, balancing functionality and craftsmanship.

  • 2025-08-02

    UNDERCOVER

    In August 2025, a collaboration inspired by the film Seven Samurai was presented as part of a new chapter of “ONE ON ONE”.

  • 2025-04-25

    GRILLZ JEWELZ

    A collaboration with GRILLZ JEWELZ for WTAPS25SS. The release includes VINNY necklaces and bracelets, and PROVE college rings. 10K and motif designs are among its features.

  • 2025-02-07

    sacai

    The second collaboration with WTAPS took place in February 2025. In addition to five styles each for men and women, the lineup also included unisex items.

WTAPS 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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