Raf Simons' love for music is evident in this capsule collection with The xx.

He is one of the essential designers when it comes to music and fashion,Raf SimonsThe brand's early collections were inspired by many of the most iconic new wave bands such as Joy Division, Cure, New Order, and Bauhaus. The early collections of the eponymous brand were inspired by many of the leading New Wave bands such as Joy Division, Cure, New Order, and Bauhaus. Particularly impressive is the fall/winter 2003-04 season. Peter Saville's collection, which featured New Order record jackets, showed great respect for Ruff's music.

It was released this past December,The xxHis love for such music can be seen in his collaboration with

The xx is a British band consisting of Romy Madley Croft, Oliver Sim and Jamie Smith.HOUYHNHNM previously interviewed Oliver during his visit to Japan.Their debut album "xx", released in 2009, expressed the desires and anxieties of these then teenagers and won the support of listeners around the world. The album was so popular that it was listed as one of the best of the year by major music magazines.

Ruff cites "xx" as one of his favorite albums and has been in contact with them for a long time. The collaboration was planned to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the release of "xx," and includes a T-shirt (¥33,600+tax) with bold artwork of The xx's work, cap (¥18,400+tax), pins (¥11,000+tax), and a limited edition patch. 11,000+TAX), and limited edition patches. The T-shirts, in particular, differ from ordinary photo T-shirts in that the artwork is printed on the fabric, which is partially sewn onto the body of the T-shirt, creating a very elaborate design.

The following portraits, taken for the capsule collection, are also a highlight. The collection will be available in Japan at Dover Streed Market GINZA and Midwest stores.