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For Gerrit Jacob, One Man's Kitsch is Another Man's Treasure

We met Gerrit Jacob in his Berlin working studio to talk about his celebrity fans, working-class kitsch, and the difficulties of being an independent designer.

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Our Legacy – Mount Cargo Peafowl Canvas
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Gerrit Jacob – Printed Denim Jacket Navy/Lilac
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Highsnobiety – Neu York Ball Cap Navy
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Highsnobiety – Magazine, Khaby Lame, Fall Issue 2 2023
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A.P.C. x Highsnobiety – Neu York Jean Jacket Blue
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Highsnobiety – Magazine, Lil Yachty, Fall Issue 1 2023
Highsnobiety – Magazine, Lil Yachty, Fall Issue 1 2023
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Highsnobiety x Coca-Cola Zero Sugar – Crewneck Burgundy
Highsnobiety x Coca-Cola Zero Sugar – Crewneck Burgundy
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Converse x DRKSHDW – DBL DRKSTAR Chuck 70 Natural Ivory/Black/Egret
Converse x DRKSHDW – DBL DRKSTAR Chuck 70 Natural Ivory/Black/Egret
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Highsnobiety x Sant Ambroeus – Cap Pink
Highsnobiety x Sant Ambroeus – Cap Pink
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Highsnobiety x Sant Ambroeus – Knit Crewneck Pink
Highsnobiety x Sant Ambroeus – Knit Crewneck Pink
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Converse x DRKSHDW – DBL DRKSTAR Chuck 70 HI Black/Egret/White
Converse x DRKSHDW – DBL DRKSTAR Chuck 70 HI Black/Egret/White
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Highsnobiety – Neu York T-Shirt White
Highsnobiety – Neu York T-Shirt White
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Highsnobiety – Neu York Beanie Beige
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Highsnobiety – Neu York T-Shirt Black
Highsnobiety – Neu York T-Shirt Black
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Dave's New York x Highsnobiety – Dickies Eisenhower Jacket Black
Dave's New York x Highsnobiety – Dickies Eisenhower Jacket Black
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Highsnobiety – Magazine, Grace Valentine, Fall Issue 3 2023
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Highsnobiety – Neu York Hoodie Orange
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Converse x DRKSHDW – DBL DRKSTAR Chuck 70 Natural Ivory/Black/Egret
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