KAWS and The North Face teamed up for the “XX KAWS” collaboration, bringing his signature XX motif and abstract camo prints to iconic expedition jackets, sweatwear, and travel gear. The collection launched in East Asia first, before a wider global drop in early 2022.

The First Drop (2022)
Released in January 2022 across key Asian markets (like Taipei, Beijing, Shanghai) and later online globally, this debut included Mountain Jackets, Nuptse parkas, and expedition-ready gear—all cloaked in tonal camo designs with XX branding. KAWS shared excitement over TNF’s iconic outdoor silhouettes, noting he’d worn them in rotation for years. (1, 5)

The Second Drop – Expedition System Revamp (2022)
In October 2022, a second release leaned into The North Face’s Expedition System legacy: KAWS reinterpreted 1995 Nuptse, 1986 Mountain, 1994 Himalayan jackets, plus Denali fleece, Base Camp duffels, mittens, and mules. The collection focused on functional performance gear enhanced with KAWS’s subtle yet striking aesthetic. Price range: approximately $55–$550 USD. (3, 7)

Why It Matters
This collaboration is a standout because it balanced high-performance outerwear with KAWS’ playful graphic style, turning functional gear into wearable art. By honoring The North Face’s outdoor heritage and layering pop culture edge, it reinforced KAWS as an artist who thrives between utility and creative expression.