Rurouni Kenshin x SuperGroupies collaboration
As the premiere of Rurouni Kenshin: The Beginning approaches, join the hype train by dressing yourself up with the goods from the latest Rurouni Kenshin x SuperGroupies collaboration. It features a sleek reversible cardigan and a stylish crossbody bag so that you can roam the city streets as a dashing samurai.
Reversible kimono cardigan
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The kimono cardigan is a 2-way jacket that incorporates many Rurouni Kenshin references. On one side, you get a deep indigo cardigan that corresponds to the black kimono that Kenshin wore during his time as an assassin.
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The other side is maroon cardigan resembling the current kimono he wears as a redemption-seeking samurai.
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You’d also find Kenshin’s iconic facial scar plastered embroidered on the chest and printed on the right shoulder area of the deep indigo and maroon sides respectively.
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There are easter eggs found in the small woven labels along the sleeves too. On the indigo side, you have a cherry blossom design that symbolises the renewal of Kenshin’s identity as he sheds his dark past. Meanwhile, the label on the maroon side depicts 2 crossed katana, alluding to the life-changing battle that put Kenshin on the path of redemption.
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This kimono cardigan (¥17,380, ~USD159.66) is the perfect outerwear for casual occasions. Simply layer it over a plain T-shirt to add some samurai flair to your everyday attire.
Stylish crossbody bag suitable for closet fans
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The collaboration also features a snazzy crossbody bag. Its design is inspired by Rurouni Kenshin motifs, including the navy blue and red colour scheme of Kenshin’s kimono, his facial scar, and his trademark katana.
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Beautiful flowers and crossed katana blades line the inside of the bag.
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The stylish crossbody bag, which is big enough to hold a 500ml bottle, is a great accessory for Rurouni Kenshin fans who want to look cool while expressing their love for the series covertly. The bag is priced at ¥15,180 (~USD139.45).
Pre-order Rurouni Kenshin x SuperGroupies collaboration goods
Official collaboration poster
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Pre-orders for the official Rurouni Kenshin x SuperGroupies collaboration goods started on 11th May 2021 and will close on 31st May 2021 at 12PM JST. The cardigan will be delivered around end-August 2021, while the bag will be delivered around end-September 2021. Order them here.
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