MAISON SPECIAL Reveals Exclusive ‘Evangelion' Apparel Drop
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Japanese labelMAISON SPECIALhas unveiled a limited-edition collaboration featuringHideaki Anno'sEvangelionanime franchise. The capsule includes four original graphic T-shirts and three jacquard-knit short-sleeve tops, each designed to reinterpret key characters and scenes from the iconic series.
Rather than relying on conventional screen printing, the range emphasizes craftsmanship and originality, using hand-drawn illustrations and intricate knit techniques to bring the beloved elements fromEvangelionto apparel. The graphic tees feature newly illustrated depictions of Rei Ayanami, Units 00/01/02, Pen Pen and even Lilith — all rendered in a distinctive hand-drawn digital aesthetic.
Meanwhile, the jacquard-knit tops showcase iconic scenes from the anime, translated into richly textured five-color knits that highlight MAISON SPECIAL's craftsmanship. This approach offers fans a wearable homage that feels both elevated and deeply personal. Currently available for pre-order viaMAISON SPECIAL, pieces from this collaborative capsule range between ¥13,200 – ¥15,400 JPY (approx. $91 – $107 USD). Starting June 28, the graphic tees will be officially available to shop, followed by the jacquard-knits on July 12, 2025.
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Summary Japanese labelMAISON SPECIALhas unveiled a limited-edition collaboration featuringHideaki Anno'sEvangelionanime franchise. The capsule includes four original graphic T-shirts and three jacquard-knit short-sleeve tops, each designed to reinterpret key characters and scenes from the iconic series. Rather than relying on conventional screen printing, the range emphasizes craftsmanship and originality, using hand-drawn illustrations and intricate knit techniques to bring the beloved elements fromEvangelionto apparel. The graphic tees feature newly illustrated depictions of Rei Ayanami, Units 00/01/02, Pen Pen and even Lilith — all rendered in a distinctive hand-drawn digital aesthetic. Meanwhile, the jacquard-knit tops showcase iconic scenes from the anime, translated into richly textured five-color knits that highlight MAISON SPECIAL's craftsmanship. This approach offers fans a wearable homage that feels both elevated and deeply personal. Currently available for pre-order viaMAISON SPECIAL, pieces from this collaborative capsule range between ¥13,200 – ¥15,400 JPY (approx. $91 – $107 USD). Starting June 28, the graphic tees will be officially available to shop, followed by the jacquard-knits on July 12, 2025.
