Luke 1977 Unveils Street Fighter Clothing Collection: Launch Date, Designs, and Retail Availability

British menswear label Luke 1977 is teaming up with Capcom to launch an exclusive Street Fighter clothing collection, delighting both gaming and fashion aficionados.

The new apparel range celebrates legendary Street Fighter characters like Ryu and Akuma and will officially launch both online and in select physical retail stores on Wednesday, May 28th, 2024.

Pre-orders for the entire collection are already live on the Luke 1977 website. This collaboration marks a nostalgic yet modern union between video gaming heritage and contemporary streetwear.

Street Fighter, developed by Capcom, has become one of the most recognized fighting game franchises since its debut in arcades in 1987.

With incredible popularity across home consoles like the Nintendo Switch and the enduring appeal of titles such as Street Fighter II, the franchise continues to inspire new generations of gamers and pop culture creatives alike. The limited-edition Luke 1977 x Street Fighter collection includes five distinct t-shirts and two premium hoodies, each sporting bold prints of fan-favorite characters.

The standout pieces in the line are: - RYU SF PRINTED T-SHIRT 320GSM – £50 - RYU 1000 STREET FIGHTER T-SHIRT – £50 - AKUMA STREET FIGHTER T-SHIRT – £50 - AKUMA 1000 STREET FIGHTER T-SHIRT – £50 - RYU HOOD STREET FIGHTER HOODIE – £90 - FURINKZAN STREET FIGHTER HOODIE – £90 Each garment combines Luke 1977's signature design sensibility with iconic game art, making these pieces a must-have for both longtime Street Fighter fans and followers of gaming-inspired fashion.

In a statement about the partnership, Luke 1977 emphasized its longstanding admiration for Japanese culture and video games, describing gaming as a fundamental influence behind the brand’s ethos.

The company highlighted that the collaboration aims to resonate with both nostalgic enthusiasts who grew up with the franchise and new players experiencing Street Fighter on modern platforms like the Nintendo Switch.

Luke 1977 further stated that this collection fosters community by bringing together stories from both the fashion world and the broader gaming community. To showcase the range, Luke 1977 enlisted professional boxer and model Mykey Broughton for a photo shoot at the iconic arcade venue NQ64.

Broughton was photographed wearing the collection amidst classic arcade cabinets, including the celebrated Street Fighter II Champion Edition—a scene symbolizing the timeless bridge between gaming culture and urban fashion. The Luke 1977 x Street Fighter collection launches globally on May 28th, both online and in carefully selected stores.

Interested fans can secure their favorite pieces now via pre-order at luke1977.com.

With its combination of premium quality, gaming nostalgia, and street-style flair, this collection stands as a celebration of Street Fighter’s ongoing cultural legacy.

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