Albino and Preto A&P x Needles

Release Date

Japan: June 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM JST Europe: June 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM BST U.S. Reserve: June 10, 2026 at 11:00 AM PDT U.S. Public: June 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM PDT

Specs

Phantom Top: 400gsm Pearl Weave Phantom Pants: 10oz Canvas Paisley Top: 10oz Canvas Paisley Pants: 10oz Canvas Color: Phantom, Paisley

Sizes

XS, S, SF, M, MF, ML, MT, LL, LT, XL, XLL, XLT, 2XL, 3XL

Price

Japan: ¥49,500 ($308) Europe: £200 ($267) U.S.: $300

Purchase Limits

None.

Description

This collaboration between Needles and Albino & Preto explores the natural connection between martial arts, craftsmanship, and contemporary streetwear culture. While Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is rooted in discipline, movement, and self expression, Needles has long approached fashion through individuality, experimentation, and refined Japanese design. Together, the collection brings those worlds into conversation through a shared appreciation for process, identity, and community.

The butterfly, an iconic symbol within Needles' visual language, also carries a strong connection to Jiu Jitsu. Much like the art itself, it represents transformation, adaptability, and constant evolution. Progress in martial arts is built through repetition, resilience, and growth over time, values that mirror the philosophy behind both brands and the people who wear them. For the training campaign imagery, Fabio Clemente, Zata, and Vedha were chosen not only for their close relationship with A&P, but also because of their longstanding connection to Tokuro Aoyagi, CEO of Nepenthes from his years training in New York. Their inclusion reflects the genuine friendships and community ties that helped shape the spirit behind this collaboration. Blending technical function with elevated design, the collection balances Japanese craftsmanship, vintage sportswear influence, and the culture surrounding Jiu Jitsu. More than a collaboration rooted purely in aesthetics, the project reflects how martial arts and fashion continue to intersect through movement, creativity, and the communities built around them.