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Uniqlo UT marks 30 years of Pokémon
Uniqlo’s UT graphic t‑shirt brand will release a collection in 2026 to mark the 30th anniversary of Pokémon. The designs will feature artwork in the original watercolour style from the first generation of the game. The items will be available from Monday, 23 March.
A special interview with actress Naomi Watanabe, a long‑time Pokémon fan, will be published on the Uniqlo website. The discussion covers her first experiences with Pokémon, her interest in the franchise, and her career as an international figure. The interview will also appear in UT Magazine, 2026 Spring Summer issue 13, which will be available from March at Uniqlo stores worldwide.
The collection features designs from the original Pokémon release, using the watercolour‑style artwork with its soft colours and hand‑drawn character. The lineup recalls the Pokémon familiar to older fans while introducing younger audiences to new interpretations. Five matching designs for adults and children are included, allowing coordinated outfits. The collection is intended to be worn as everyday clothing and is accessible across age groups.
Overview of Pokémon UT
- Launch date: 23 March 2026 (Monday)
- Product lineup: Men’s t‑shirts, five designs, Rs 1,490; Children’s t‑shirts, five designs, Rs 990
- Store availability: All Uniqlo stores in India, and the online store
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Jack&Jones unveils Spring Summer ’26 collection with 3 themes
Music, Rush and Travel chapters anchor expansive youth-focused drop.
MUMBAI: If fashion had a playlist, this one would come with a bass drop, a road trip, and a wardrobe change in between. Jack&Jones has rolled out its Spring Summer ’26 collection, pitching it as its most expansive seasonal showcase yet less a drop, more a three-act cultural statement. At the centre of the campaign is Volume 1: Music, a chapter that taps into India’s independent music scene and wears its attitude on its sleeve quite literally. Featuring artists like Loka, Wazir Patar and Aksomaniac, the line blends bold graphics with relaxed silhouettes and versatile denim designed to move effortlessly from stage lights to street style.
Denim, unsurprisingly, remains the headline act. From lived-in washes to rip-and-repair textures and wide-leg fits, the collection leans into familiarity while nudging expression forward aiming to feel both personal and performative at once.
The brand didn’t stop at aesthetics. Extending its music-first narrative into the real world, Jack&Jones partnered with the UN40 Music Festival held on March 14 and 15 in Bengaluru. The collaboration featured an experiential pop-up, complete with denim customisation zones, interactive installations and exclusive viewing experiences turning fashion into something you could not just wear, but play with.
Volume 2: Rush shifts gears into a faster lane, embracing high-energy aesthetics tailored for movement, momentum and a lifestyle that rarely stands still. Think sharper silhouettes, dynamic styling and a sense of urgency stitched into every look.
In contrast, Volume 3: Travel slows things down. This chapter leans into sun-washed palettes, lightweight layers and easy silhouettes built for spontaneity designed for consumers who prefer their fashion with a side of wanderlust.
Across all three volumes, the thread that ties it together is clear: denim as a constant, supported by breathable cottons and summer-ready fabrics that balance comfort with structure. The result is a collection that doesn’t just follow trends but attempts to mirror the rhythm of youth culture itself.
With Spring Summer ’26, Jack&Jones isn’t just selling clothes, it’s curating moods. And in a season where identity is as fluid as style, that might just be its strongest fit yet.
