Brain Dead Infuses Brooks Brothers’ Northeast Prep With California Cool

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For their second collaboration, Brain Dead and Brooks Brothers have designed an entire collection inspired by preppy style, artfully incorporating elements of the LA streetwear label onto refined essentials. Brooks Brothers, established in New York City in 1818, is a renowned menswear brand known for its tailored garments. In this new collection, they’ve updated their classic designs with contemporary flair, while staying true to the brand’s rich history and vocabulary.

For Spring-Summer 2025, our collection is finished with a distinctive two-piece suit, logo-emblazoned athleisure sets, updated Oxford shirts, striped ringer tees, and a wool cap. Heading the selection, we have an approximation of Brooks Brothers’ traditional tailoring, showcasing subtle joint branding tags and white embroidery that blends the symbols of both labels on one trouser leg.

This suit matches perfectly with a series of Oxford shirts featuring pinstripes. One showcases the Brain Dead logo on its chest pocket, while another displays an old Brooks Brothers insignia there as well. Two unique patchwork dress shirts are also part of the collection – one in a tonal white design and another with green pinstripes. Notably, both these revamped shirts have discreet vents for improved breathability during warmer seasons.

For a less formal look, you’ll find a navy hoodie and sweatpants pair that coordinate perfectly, adorned with bold white “Brooks Brothers” logos. Our striped ringer tees come in colors like Navy, Grey, and black, capturing the classic Brooks Brothers aesthetic from days gone by. Solid graphic tees showcase a stylish white/navy or white/green arched Brooks Brothers logo. Lastly, the collection concludes with a vintage-style wool hat embellished with antique co-branded emblems for an authentic touch.

Despite Brain Dead being renowned for its otherworldly designs, it frequently demonstrates a more restrained style through its collaborations. To mark its 10th anniversary, the brand joined forces once again with A.P.C., launching a raw denim collection that also embodies a refined, minimalist approach. Additionally, Brain Dead partnered with adidas Originals in 2024, creating an elegant leather “Bowling Shoe,” thus broadening the brand’s image beyond its alternative image.

On March 11, 2024, the Brain Dead x Brooks Brothers Spring/Summer ’25 line will go on sale, available through the Brain Dead online store and their brick-and-mortar location.

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2025-03-05 20:25