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Beams and REI collaborate on heritage parka, drawing on REI's history

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What happened

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Japanese brand Beams collaborated with REI Co-op to revive the 1986 Expedition Parka. REI Co-op was founded by Mary and Lloyd Anderson in 1938 and maintains a living archive to connect its history to its product line. The collaboration was inspired by REI's archive, which Beams requested to view during the process of product development.

From wwd.com

Why it matters

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The partnership uses brand heritage and historical archives to inform new product design and storytelling. This approach helps both Beams and REI Co-op connect their brands to a long history of outdoor culture.

From wwd.com

Who's involved

  • BeamsJapanese clothing brand collaborating with REI Co-op on product revival
  • Lloyd AndersonCo-founder of REI Co-op

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • BeamsSpeculative

    The collaboration might increase demand and sales for the specific revived apparel lines.

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The entities involved

  • Beams

    Japanese clothing brand

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