Article: grounds launches its first apparel exclusively at flagship stores
grounds launches its first apparel exclusively at flagship stores
grounds is pleased to announce the launch of its first apparel collection, marking a new chapter for the brand. The release features a series of graphic T-shirts created in collaboration with Antwerp-based artist Tom Tosseyn, who is a household name in the fashion industry, having collaborated with brands such as Raf Simons and Stella McCartney.
A total of six styles of collaboration T-shirts will be released in two drops on Saturday, September 13th and Saturday, September 27th. They will be sold in limited quantities at grounds STORE 001 and 002.
■ Design Story: "Exploring an Unknown Planet"
The T-shirts debuted as part of the grounds 2025–26 Fall/Winter Collection, presented in Paris in March 2025. Drawing from the season’s theme, “uncanny valley,” and the brand concept “LEAP GRAVITY,” the design unfolds around a fictional space exploration narrative: "Deep Space Exploration for a New Habitable Planet - In Search of an Unknown Planet."
Grounds’ futuristic and experimental aesthetic informed the visualization of this concept, translating the idea of searching for a new habitat into graphic form. Space serves as a symbolic motif, while subtle visual “noise” is incorporated intentionally to create tension and a sense of discomfort.
▼ Drop on Saturday, September 13th
grounds T-shirts TT01 FRONT
grounds T-shirts TT01 BACK
grounds T-shirts TT02 FRONT
grounds T-shirts TT02 BACK
grounds T-shirts TT04 FRONT
grounds T-shirts TT04 BACK
▼Drop on Saturday, September 27th
grounds T-shirts TT03 FRONT
grounds T-shirts TT03 BACK
grounds T-shirts TT05 FRONT
grounds T-shirts TT05 BACK
grounds T-shirts TT06 FRONT
grounds T-shirts TT06 BACK
Overview
Item Name: T-shirts
Price: ¥19,800 (tax included)
Sizes: 2XL, 3XL
Scheduled Release Dates:
1st September 13 (Sat)
2nd September 27 (Sat)
Sales Locations:
grounds STORE 001 (150-0001 5-18-14 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
grounds STORE 002 (550-0015 1-11-16 Minamihorie, Nishi-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka)
While studying at the Antwerp Royal Academy of Fine Arts and the Higher Institute for Fine Arts (HISK) in the 90s, Tom was actively involved in designing logos, t-shirt graphics, posters, and flyers for the local underground music scene and clothing stores, which ultimately drew the attention of industry insiders.
After six years of living abroad and gaining valuable experience, Tom established himself as a prominent figure in the global fashion landscape, collaborating behind the scenes with renowned high-end brands and influential designers including Raf Simons, Stella McCartney, Willy Chavarria, Wales Bonner, etc.
