Jun Takahashi’s Undercover is known for its ability to weave atmosphere and storytelling into its collections. However, in the absence of a physical presentation, the focus shifts to the garments themselves in the pre-spring collection.

Imagining the journey of Undercover’s pre-spring protagonists, one can envision them in slingback mules, reminiscent of Birkenstock Tokio but with a more refined sole. The cursive scrawl that reads ‘i am chaos’ on the mules adds a touch of rebellion to the otherwise organized collection.

The collection features a range of menswear standards, including bowling shirts, tailored collar parka jackets, camp collar shirts in washed cotton with textured patches, henleys, oversized linen suits, and more. Undercover’s new wave aesthetic is evident, with a subtle punk influence that is both edgy and refined.

Each look is carefully curated, with details such as utility pockets, frayed knit sweater vests, and knit-backed leather jackets adding depth to the collection. The overall vibe is one of understated rebellion, with a nod to punk sensibilities but in a polite and sophisticated manner.