The collaboration merges street sensibility with avant-garde elegance, celebrating moto culture through design and craftsmanship.
The Collaboration’s Vision
First unveiled at Paris Fashion Week in January, NEIGHBORHOOD’s partnership with Y-3 represents a bold fusion of Yohji Yamamoto’s refined minimalism and Shinsuke Takizawa’s motorcycle-inspired edge. The collection, titled “Y-3 NEIGHBORHOOD,” offers a futuristic take on moto aesthetics with urban sophistication, introducing co-branded racer jackets, pants, and sneakers.
Takizawa describes the creative process as deeply personal, emphasizing gratitude for the teams from Yohji Yamamoto, adidas Y-3, and NEIGHBORHOOD. The result, he notes, “exceeded expectations,” blending elegance and grit into a cohesive visual identity.
Crafting Urban Futurism
Unlike NEIGHBORHOOD’s earlier, more rugged depictions of motorcycle style, this capsule approaches the theme with imagination and polish. About ninety percent of the styling and graphic direction came from NEIGHBORHOOD, while the adidas Y-3 and Yohji Yamamoto teams refined materials and silhouettes to create a look both technical and tailored.
The campaign also spotlights artist David Gwyther, known as Death Spray Custom, who designed custom helmets and graphics featuring scorpions, frogs, and moths. These motifs carry through the apparel, highlighting a balance between speed, rebellion, and artistry.
Legacy and Inspiration
For Takizawa, collaboration with Yohji Yamamoto and adidas is rooted in long-standing respect and creative trust. Their shared history dates back to 2005, when they first designed a collaborative Superstar sneaker. This new project continues that legacy, reflecting a mutual dedication to craft and innovation.
The Y-3 NEIGHBORHOOD collection launches globally on October 25 through adidas, while the custom motorcycle and helmets remain exclusive works of art. Takizawa hopes wearers will feel “the dual spirit of Y-3 and NEIGHBORHOOD” — a synthesis of movement, memory, and modern design.
