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WTAPS vs Stüssy: similarities and differences

Compare brand traits, similarities and differences.

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WTAPS

Japan Founded 1996

Streetwear · Outdoor & functional

Stüssy

United States Founded 1980

Streetwear · Trends & youth culture

Similarities and differences

Shared traits

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Different traits

  • Outdoor & functional

    WTAPS shows a stronger emphasis

  • Trends & youth culture

    Stüssy shows a stronger emphasis

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Trait comparison

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  • Stüssy (dashed line, squares)
Traits of WTAPS and Stüssy, 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

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

  • WTAPS
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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
WTAPS
Stüssy
Country Japan United States
Founded 1996 1980
Category Clothing Clothing
Other categories Accessories Bags Accessories Eyewear Fragrance Lifestyle products

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Brand profiles

Brand lines

WTAPS

No information is available.

Stüssy

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

Stüssy

  • 2025-02-14

    Denim Tears

    The latest collaboration between Denim Tears and Stüssy (STÜSSY TEARS). Announced by Tremaine Emory, it goes on sale from 2/14 at the official Denim Tears store and African Diaspora Goods in New York.

  • 2024-12-13

    Dr. Martens

    A collaboration presenting a revival-style iteration of the archival 2295 model in Black Wanama / Sand Hairy Suede.

  • 2024-03-15

    JUNYA WATANABE MAN

    In spring 2024, released a sleeveless hoodie that reworked the “BASIC STÜSSY HOODIE” with cut-off details and hardware.

  • 2024-03-15

    COMME des GARÇONS

    A 2024 collaboration with eYe Junya Watanabe MAN included items such as sleeveless hoodies. Many pieces rework Stüssy classics.

  • 2023-02-24

    Levi's

    Stüssy and Levi’s® Collection. A two-piece collection comprising 501® jeans and a modified Type II Trucker Jacket, emphasizing self-expression and originality.

  • 2020-05-20

    Dior

    Shawn Stussy contributed graphics and other elements to Dior Men Pre-Fall 2020. The “Dior” logo was adapted in a Stüssy style, and hats, bags, and other items were released. Online sales were also conducted.

Stüssy collaborations

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