Launched a limited collection “K2 IWG” in collaboration with photographer Naoki Ishikawa

Planning with Mr. Ishikawa, Wearsets and Goldwin Pre-order sales start on March 1

Goldwin's original brand “Goldwin” is a limited collection “K2 IWG (Goldwin)”, a collaboration between the “WEARSSETS” project and photographer Naoki Ishikawa since March 1, 2020 (Sun). Pre-order sales of “K2 Ida Bruzy)” will be started sequentially at Goldwin domestic retail stores, the Goldwin corner in THE NORTH FACE + SAPPORO FACTORY (the North Face Plus Sapporo Factory), and the WEARSSETS website.

"WEARSSETS" is a project launched by designer Seiji Akutsu and curator and publishing label president Sakaguchi Koukohei as an essential question of the meaning of "wearing clothes."
Mr. Ishikawa and Goldwin agree on the concept of “wearing an art piece” for WEARSSETS, and this collaboration has been realized. Ishikawa, who is a photographer and continues to travel the world in the field, turns photos taken during the expedition to the difficult peak “ K2 '' in the Karakorum Mountains into products designed by Goldwin that combine rationality, comfort and convenience Out.
The title of this collaboration is "K2 IWG", taking the initials of K2 and Ishikawa, Wearsets and Goldwin.

This limited collection features a total of seven product numbers, including a down jacket printed with pictures of polar regions, pants, T-shirts, camera bags, etc. that Mr. Ishikawa participated in designing with practicality based on his own experience. It will be a pre-order sales system with a limited number of 100 for each part number, and it will contain an edition number and signature from 1 to 100.
Prior to the reservation start on March 1st (Sun), a talk session by WEARSETTS × Mr. Ishikawa × Goldwin was held at the opening reception of Goldwin Harajuku on Friday, February 28th. We invite 30 people by lot. Applications for the talk session will be made on the Goldwin website from February 17 (Mon)-February 21 (Fri).

["K2 IWG" special page (in the Goldwin website)]
https://www.goldwin.co.jp/goldwin/feature/wearssets/



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■ Main product lineup of "K2 IWG"
Hooded Down Jacket
Product code: GM20340PI Price: 96,800 yen (tax included) Size: S, M, L, XL (UNISEX)
Color: Mountain Photo (MP: MOUNTAIN PHOTO)

The main item focused on wearing Mr. Ishikawa's work.
With the functionality and design of Goldwin, which makes skiing and outdoor the axis of the brand,
I printed a photo with beautiful contrast between "K2" shot by Ishikawa and the sky.
-Various storage pockets are arranged according to the wishes of Mr. Ishikawa who has many portable items when moving.
・ Natural warmth due to the far-infrared effect.
・ Ventilation function that discharges elevated temperature and humidity in the garment is placed around the neck and under the sleeves.
-Adopts a waterproof fastener that prevents water from entering.
-A security pocket is located inside the left breast pocket.
-Adopts a cohesive stopper with good operability even with gloves on the hem.
-On the back, "WEARSSETS" printed in emergency color.

Short Sleeves T-shirt
Part number: GM60340PI Price: 8,800 yen (tax included) Size: S, M, L, XL (UNISEX)
Color: Black (BK), White (W)

A T-shirt with a pocket that is highly convenient for mountaineering scenes, designed and designed based on the opinions of Ishikawa. By mixing with wool material, it has better moisture absorption and release properties, and it has a good touch.
The switching part of the sleeve adopts a smart seam specification that reduces skin hit by the seam. On the breast pocket, a triangle-shaped photo of "K2" taken by Mr. Ishikawa is printed.

Insulation Cape
Product number: GM90390PI Price: 35,200 yen (tax included) Size (㎝): 100 x 180
Color (one color): Donkey Photo (DP: DONKEY PHOTO)

A three-way cape-filled cape designed for climbers camping on the basis of Mr. Ishikawa's actual experience. It is designed to be used as a mat under a sleeping bag or as a comforter, in addition to the cape's original usage of keeping the entire body warm from the shoulders, keeping it warm from the waist down. Pocketable design, compact and easy to carry.
A full-size photo of a donkey from the K2 photos taken by Ishikawa.
-PrimaLoft ECO batting used. -For the lining, use fabric to reduce static electricity.

Chest Camera Bag
Part number: GM90370PI Price: 38,500 yen (tax included)
Size (㎜): W210 x H150 x D140 Color: Black (BK)

According to Ishikawa's voice, "he took a heavy camera out of his backpack every time he photographed during a severe mountain climbing," a chest bag that allows him to always carry the camera around his chest.
The development concept is to cover the burden of "weight on the neck", which is a problem not only for mountain climbing fans but also for camera fans.
-By replacing the strap parts, three ways to use as a backpack, shoulder bag, and chest bag are possible. The burden on the neck has been reduced.
・ Easy to take out, the main storage room does not use fasteners, magnets can be easily closed, strap hooks can be fixed flaps.
-Secure a place to store medium format film boxes.
-Removable protective inner box.・ The compact camera of the sub unit can be stored on the bottom.
-Compression is possible. -Can be used as a sakosh when the camera is not used.
・ Simplified configuration to prevent loss of parts.
-The X-PAC is used for the main fabric to achieve a technical appearance and light weight.
-Pursuing functionality in sub-fabrics such as stretch materials and air mesh.
-Stylish, functional and robust Duraflex made plastic parts.

■ Advance reservation sales Schedule / Holding place * The sales limit for each part number is limited to 100.
* For details on how to make a reservation, see the Goldwin website.
* Delivery of reserved products is scheduled for late September 2020.

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March 1 (Sun)-March 11 (Wed) Goldwin Harajuku
6-10-12 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Citta Jingumae 1F
Phone: 03-6419-7920 * Opening hours after opening: 11:00-20:00

March 13 (Fri)-March 22 (Sun) Goldwin Marunouchi
3-2-3 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Nijubashi Square 1F
Phone: 03-6268-0037
Opening hours: 11:00-20:00

Thursday, March 26-Tuesday, March 31 Goldwin corner (at THE NORTH FACE + SAPPORO FACTORY)
Hokkaido Sapporo Chuo-ku Kita-Nijo-Higashi 4-chome Sapporo Factory 2J Building B1
Phone: 011-207-4131
Business hours: 10: 00-20: 00

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3/1 (Sun) 〜3 / 31 (Tue) WEARSSETS Website ・ ・ ・ 10 items each limited
http://wearssets.com/

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