Homegrown fashion label Youths In Balaclava (YIB) has been putting its idiosyncratic stamp on product design through its collaborations as early as 2018. Through the years, it has teamed up with the likes of filmmaker Royston Tan (for a streetwear capsule) and Dover Street Market Singapore (they produced a photo documentary book). Its latest co-branded project sees the label bringing that distinctive subversive spirit to watch brand G-Shock – in particular, the DW-5600 digital model, which is available now at all Casio outlets for $179 a pop.
The equally non-conformist guests who attended the launch party – held at art and fashion space Lithium a few weeks ago – got a first-hand look at the design which features a black rubber strap emblazoned with YIB’s signature floral motif and a dial surrounded by a turquoise-coloured floral motif that is inspired by the gemstone synonymous with traditional Navajo jewellery. Ahead, we show you more snaps from the night.
