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Following the acclaimed debut of their collaborative partnership, the Levi’s® brand and London-based designer Kiko Kostadinov return with their second five-piece men’s collection, exploring the intersection of formal and casual dressing.
The Levi’s® x Kiko Kostadinov men’s collection centers on the use of denim in unexpected and expressive ways, paying close attention to the cultural history of contemporary American culture. Particular inspiration is drawn from the role of denim in artistic communities throughout the 20th century and the juxtapositions this material created as the worlds of art and society collided.
Sturdy and adaptable, denim became the de facto second skin for many artists. It was worn not only in the studio while producing work, but also to gallery openings, interviews, photo shoots, and high society functions. As it travelled and transformed on the bodies of artists, denim would often turn up in unexpected places and find itself worn in unconventional ways. In this context, denim became versatile and quietly transgressing; a democratic and mass-produced material arriving in spaces filled with convention and codes of conduct.
The collection plays with these boundaries between formal elegance and utilitarian authenticity, embracing the tension of worlds fusing together, subverting and reimagining formal codes.
The standout from the first collection, the Levi’s® x Kiko Kostadinov Articulate Jacket returns in lightweight 10 oz. mid-blue indigo denim construction with an authentic heritage finish. Updated pockets and single needle top stitching details honor classic trucker heritage, while a left-on L tab at the elbow area and subtle pleat detailing toward the cuffs add contemporary refinement.
The matching Levi’s® x Kiko Kostadinov Articulate Jeans anchor the collection in authentic denim heritage, sharing the same 10 oz. mid-blue indigo fabric as the trucker jacket. Updated knee details from the first collaboration, single needle top stitching, wider belt loops, and a straight, loose fit with special back yoke detailing create a contemporary interpretation of classic American workwear.
Bridging formal and casual codes, the Levi’s® x Kiko Kostadinov Andy Pattern Shirt presents a standard fitting silhouette in lightweight gray-and-white windowpane weave. Exposed shell buttons, welted chest pocket, and top stitch details at the back yoke create a sophisticated foundation that transitions seamlessly between contexts.
The collection’s formal expression reaches its apex with the Levi’s® x Kiko Kostadinov Andy Suit Jacket, a slim-fit blazer crafted from 8 oz. black polyester twill. Satin detailing at the lapel, front pleats, shoulder darts, and sleeves nod to the elegance of black-tie formality, while sharp permanent creases refer to Sta-Prest® innovation first introduced by Levi’s to their denim in the 1960s. Concealed buttons, cinch details, and precise darts anchor the garment in Kostadinov’s signature technical precision. Accompanying are the Levi’s® x Kiko Kostadinov Andy Suit Trouser featuring black polyester twill construction with satin raw edge detailing at back darts, slanted front pockets, wide belt loops, and a single welt pocket on the rear.
The second Levi’s® x Kiko Kostadinov men’s collection represents a continued exploration of fashion’s ability to challenge conventions while honoring heritage – transforming the tension between formality and rebellion into a unified vision of modern masculinity.
The collection launches worldwide on November 11th on Levi.co.za and in select Levi’s® and Kiko Kostadinov stores.
About the Levi’s® brand
The Levi’s® brand epitomizes classic American style and effortless cool. Since their invention by Levi Strauss & Co. in 1873, Levi’s® jeans have become one of the most recognizable garments of clothing in the world—capturing the imagination and loyalty of people for generations. Today, the Levi’s® brand portfolio continues to evolve through a relentless pioneering and innovative spirit that is unparalleled in the apparel industry. Our range of leading denim and accessories are available in more than 110 countries, allowing individuals around the world to express their personal style. For more information about the Levi’s® brand, its products and stores, please visit levi.com.
About Levi Strauss & Co.
Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) is one of the world’s largest brand-name apparel companies and a global leader in jeanswear. The company designs and markets jeans, casual wear and related accessories for men, women and children under the Levi’s®, Levi Strauss Signature™, Denizen®, Dockers® and Beyond Yoga® brands. Its products are sold in approximately 120 countries worldwide through a combination of chain retailers, department stores, online sites, and a global footprint of approximately 3,400 retail stores and shop-in-shops. Levi Strauss & Co.’s reported 2024 net revenues were $6.4 billion. For more information, go to http://levistrauss.com, and for financial news and announcements go to http://investors.levistrauss.com.
About Kiko Kostadinov
Kiko Kostadinov is the menswear designer behind the acclaimed eponymous label based in London. His work, focused on innovative pattern cutting, attention to detail and intricate garment construction, aims to challenge and contribute to contemporary menswear aesthetics.
Twin sisters Laura and Deanna Fanning are the designers and directors of Kiko Kostadinov Woman’s collections, which debuted in September 2018. Their design language is a dialogue merging futurism and craft through unique cutting, contouring and an engineered approach to knitwear, defining a new perspective in womenswear.
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