JW Anderson collaborates with Harry Styles' Pleasing

JW Anderson and Pleasing, Harry Styles' brand, announced today their first collaborative capsule collection. The collection represents the meeting of Pleasing's eclectic and inclusive aesthetic with JW Anderson's avant-garde vision. The two brands have reinterpreted their iconic pieces, creating a visual dialogue that reflects both perspectives. Harry Lambert, Creative Director of Pleasing, emphasized the importance of friendship and mutual respect that made this collaboration so special: «JW Anderson is a brand with which we feel deeply aligned in terms of creativity and energy». The design process has resulted in a collection that aims to convey joy and color, reflecting the essence of both brands.

Among the collection's highlights is the Bunch of Balloons cardigan, an evolution of JW Anderson's famous Patchwork Cardigan worn by Harry Styles, now reimagined with a technicolor balloon bouquet. The balloon is a recurring element in the collection, a cherished symbol for JW Anderson. This motif is found in the Bumper Bag, designed in an exclusive colorway with both brands' logos on the strap, and the Pleasing hoodie, adorned with a shiny mylar balloon dotting the letter "i." The Bumper Bag, often spotted on Harry Styles, pays tribute to the vibrancy and energy shared by the two brands. The collection also includes accessories like sparkling keychains in purple and yellow or chrome balloon shapes, crafted from recycled silicone. Furthermore, JW Anderson makes its debut in the beauty world with a range of special edition Pleasing nail polishes. Five frosted shades – including a set of four polishes and a fifth sold separately – enhance the offering, solidifying the fusion of fashion and beauty that this collaboration embodies.