10 Dope Trends Japan Is Responsible For

From the obvious to the unlikely, Japan is the genesis of some of our biggest trends.

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It's not a secret that Japan has influenced (and been influenced by) fashion trends over here in the States. With decades of mutually shared history and cultural appreciation, Japan's greatest designers have unsurprisingly left their mark on American fashion (and we're not talking about white dudes wearing kimonos they bought in Chinatown).

From the perfect reproduction of classic shapes, silhouettes, and designs to innovating new fabrics or remixing old-school clothing, the Japanese have not only helped to preserve American culture abroad, but have also made it better today than it ever was. The impact of the Japanese on contemporary mens fashion is nearly impossible to state completely, but these are 10 Dope Trends Japan Is Responsible For.

Rebirth of Americana

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Socks With Sandals

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Drapey Layers

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Boro Denim

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The “Eccentric Mountainman”

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Bright Graphic Streetwear

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Appreciation of Ivy League Style and “Take Ivy”

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Tech Running Gear

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Selvedge Denim

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Archival Reproduction

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