Carhartt WIP x RAMIDUS

Carhartt WIP collaborates with Japanese bag brand RAMIDUS, bringing together elements of music and skateboarding to create a series of functional, everyday items.

Launched in 2019 in Harajuku, Tokyo, RAMIDUS draws on two decades’ worth of experience in making premium bags and luggage – previously under the title Head Porter – in the pursuit of establishing a ‘new standard’ in its field.
The resulting collection features nine products, which utilize Carhartt WIP’s hardwearing, water-repellent Duck Canvas, and tap into the brand’s subcultural roots.

Included are everyday styles, such as spacious multi-pocket totes, hip and messenger bags, as well as a DJ Bag which can house up to 40 12 inch vinyl records. In addition, RAMIDUS has also reworked Carhartt WIP’s signature Kickflip Bag – an ever-present style in the brand’s collections, which features fastenings and clasps that a board can be fixed to.

The collaboration also includes an oversized tote bag; a hybrid between a wallet and a hip bag – titled the Wallet Pouch; and an understated newspaper bag.

Each item has a nylon lining, and has been designed with comfort and ease-of-use in mind. The collection utilizes a muted color palette of white and Carhartt WIP’s iconic Hamilton Brown, while designs are also accented with a custom Carhartt WIP x RAMIDUS woven label.

The accompanying images for this collaboration were shot in Tokyo by Kento Mori, and feature the iconic DJ Muro, skater Yuma Takei, and model Mamina Kagami.

Carhartt WIP x RAMIDUS will be available from carhartt-wip.com, select Carhartt WIP stores, and select wholesale retailers. The collection is set to be released on July 20th at 10am local time.