To the bone how a biker may have inspired Supreme x Vason.
David Aldana is a former professional motorcycle racer from Santa Clara, US-CA. Back in the 70’s, he made history on the AMA (American Motorcyclist Association), is known for his all or nothing style of racing. 🏁 But he also has his place in fashion history, too.
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Answering Aldana's call, Bates Leathers sew a skeleton on the front of one of their all-black uniforms. Some believe the skeleton concept came about as a tongue-in-cheek nod to the sports deadly nature. ☠☠☠☠
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One more rumor: this may also have been the original version that would be used as a reference for Supreme’s F/W 2017 collaboration with Vanson.
Thoughts? 🏁🏁
