Gap Releases 2nd Collaboration Collection with Sean Wotherspoon on Friday, April 17
Gap is launching its second collection with Sean Wotherspoon on April 17, 2026, featuring 24 genderless items inspired by Japanese craftsmanship and vintage Gap.
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As part of an ongoing partnership with collector, artist, and designer Sean Wotherspoon, Gap will launch the "Gap x Sean Wotherspoon" collection, the second collaboration, on Friday, April 17, 2026. The theme of this collection is "The fusion of brand heritage and Japanese essence." It incorporates details such as indigo-dyed fabrics, patchwork, and hand-stitching, blending tradition with modern energy. Adding new interpretations to timeless techniques, the collection layers fresh and contemporary sensibilities.
"Gap x Sean Wotherspoon" features a total of 24 items. Designed by Sean with inspiration from Vintage Gap from the late 1990s to early 2000s, the collection reinterprets Gap's iconic items through modern trends and contemporary silhouettes. This capsule collection, exuding an effortless retro-chic aesthetic, refreshes Gap icons into modern styles by adding the latest design elements. With genderless designs, the lineup embraces a wide range of styles and personalities.
The main items include railroad stripe shirts and cargo pants, shirts mixing stripes with clean denim fabrics, anorak and pants set-ups featuring fused GAP and SW logos, basketball shorts, satin shorts reinterpreting polo shirt designs, and accessories like caps and backpacks, offering a total of 24 items priced from 4,990 yen to 24,900 yen.
Sean Wotherspoon commented as follows: "Gap's appeal lies in the very long history we have shared. The depth of Gap's designs, their meticulous attention to detail, quality, and accessibility to everyone are very important elements for me. This collection is designed with the intention that anyone can wear it naturally and without pretension. We aimed for a lineup that fits every occasion and is easy to incorporate. It also draws inspiration from my own personal collection and the many archives that Gap is proud of. While incorporating vintage elements, we clearly expressed a modern sense through materials, colors, patterns, textures, and craftsmanship. Everything that makes Gap what it is is packed into this collection."
This collection offers a diverse lineup centered around denim, which is also a symbol of Japanese craftsmanship. Denim is Gap's legacy, and by fusing a modern silhouette with a retro vibe, denim has been reconstructed. The railroad stripe style embodies an exquisite balance where nostalgic workwear elements harmonize with a refined contemporary sensibility. In addition, meticulous attention is paid to details that evoke a vintage feel, such as hand-sewn-style labels, red bartacks, and heritage-style zipper pulls.
During the period from Friday, April 17 to Monday, April 20, 2026, a Gap x Sean Wotherspoon pop-up shop will be held at Shibuya PARCO 1F Koen-dori Square. Customers who purchase this collection will receive an original tote bag on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Gap x Sean Wotherspoon collection will go on sale at selected Gap stores nationwide, the official online store, and ZOZOTOWN starting Friday, April 17, 2026. Follow @gap_jp and @sean_wotherspoon for the latest updates.
Main Items
- Gap × Sean Wotherspoon Relaxed Fit Railroad Denim Shirt (¥22,900): A paneled design denim shirt where one-third is railroad stripes.
- Gap × Sean Wotherspoon Relaxed Fit Railroad Denim Shirt (¥22,900), Gap × Sean Wotherspoon Railroad Cargo Baggy Denim (¥19,900): All-over railroad stripe shirt and cargo pants.
- Gap × Sean Wotherspoon Oversized...
"Gap x Sean Wotherspoon" features a total of 24 items. Designed by Sean with inspiration from Vintage Gap from the late 1990s to early 2000s, the collection reinterprets Gap's iconic items through modern trends and contemporary silhouettes. This capsule collection, exuding an effortless retro-chic aesthetic, refreshes Gap icons into modern styles by adding the latest design elements. With genderless designs, the lineup embraces a wide range of styles and personalities.
The main items include railroad stripe shirts and cargo pants, shirts mixing stripes with clean denim fabrics, anorak and pants set-ups featuring fused GAP and SW logos, basketball shorts, satin shorts reinterpreting polo shirt designs, and accessories like caps and backpacks, offering a total of 24 items priced from 4,990 yen to 24,900 yen.
Sean Wotherspoon commented as follows: "Gap's appeal lies in the very long history we have shared. The depth of Gap's designs, their meticulous attention to detail, quality, and accessibility to everyone are very important elements for me. This collection is designed with the intention that anyone can wear it naturally and without pretension. We aimed for a lineup that fits every occasion and is easy to incorporate. It also draws inspiration from my own personal collection and the many archives that Gap is proud of. While incorporating vintage elements, we clearly expressed a modern sense through materials, colors, patterns, textures, and craftsmanship. Everything that makes Gap what it is is packed into this collection."
This collection offers a diverse lineup centered around denim, which is also a symbol of Japanese craftsmanship. Denim is Gap's legacy, and by fusing a modern silhouette with a retro vibe, denim has been reconstructed. The railroad stripe style embodies an exquisite balance where nostalgic workwear elements harmonize with a refined contemporary sensibility. In addition, meticulous attention is paid to details that evoke a vintage feel, such as hand-sewn-style labels, red bartacks, and heritage-style zipper pulls.
During the period from Friday, April 17 to Monday, April 20, 2026, a Gap x Sean Wotherspoon pop-up shop will be held at Shibuya PARCO 1F Koen-dori Square. Customers who purchase this collection will receive an original tote bag on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Gap x Sean Wotherspoon collection will go on sale at selected Gap stores nationwide, the official online store, and ZOZOTOWN starting Friday, April 17, 2026. Follow @gap_jp and @sean_wotherspoon for the latest updates.
Main Items
- Gap × Sean Wotherspoon Relaxed Fit Railroad Denim Shirt (¥22,900): A paneled design denim shirt where one-third is railroad stripes.
- Gap × Sean Wotherspoon Relaxed Fit Railroad Denim Shirt (¥22,900), Gap × Sean Wotherspoon Railroad Cargo Baggy Denim (¥19,900): All-over railroad stripe shirt and cargo pants.
- Gap × Sean Wotherspoon Oversized...