K-Way and PLAY Comme des Garçons catch the collaboration wave for the US Open of Surfing

French outerwear brand K-Way and PLAY Comme des Garçons have come together with the World Surf League (WSL) for limited edition windbreaker jackets – specially designed for the upcoming Wallex US Open of Surfing in California.

The collection consists of three versions of K-Way’s ‘Claude’ packable windbreaker, each featuring iconic designs from PLAY Comme des Garçons and the WSL’s US Open of Surfing.

The lightweight unisex jackets have been created using a breathable ripstop fabric that is wind-resistant and waterproof, each with an adjustable hood and elastic cords “providing both functionality and streetwear style”.

The primary colours of the collection offer retro nostalgia “with a nod to SoCal lifestyle”, paying homage to the long histories of both the US Open of Surfing and the K-Way brand.

The instantly recognisable PLAY Comme des Garçons hearts logo, along with K-Way’s own distinctive logo, grace the front of each jacket, while the WSL US Open of Surfing 2023 graphic is displayed on the back.

K-Way CEO, Lorenzo Boglione, said: “We are very proud to announce this partnership between PLAY Comme des Garçons, the World Surf League and K-Way. A project that allows us to work with two great friends of the brand mixing the best of the sports and the fashion worlds, the souls of K-Way.

“There’s no better place to launch this collaboration than LA and the great Wallex US Open of Surfing, which also sees our brand ambassador Leonardo Fioravanti compete.”

Cherie Cohen, WSL Chief Revenue Officer, added: “We are thrilled to partner with K-Way and PLAY Comme des Garçons on the official jacket of the US Open of Surfing. The quality of product and design is premium and fresh, and we know our fans will love these commemorative jackets.

“This is an exclusive, limited drop aligned with one of the biggest surfing festivals in the world. This is something we plan to do more of.”

The Wallex US Open of Surfing takes place in Huntington Beach, California, from 29 July – 6 August. The jackets will be available on the K-Way website, as well as Dover Street Market Los Angeles and the US Open Surfing Store in Huntington Beach.