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Welcome to 2nd Culture, Amsterdam's destination for curated KAWS pieces. From the Companion silhouette to the collaborations that brought contemporary art onto the street, our handpicked selection brings one of the most recognisable names in modern art into your wardrobe and onto your shelf. Alongside our clothing rail, our store carries a hand-picked range of KAWS vinyl figures, so the same characters you see on a tee can sit right next to it at home. Every piece we carry has a story, and we make sure it finds an owner who understands its worth.
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From Graffiti to Global Icon

Before museum retrospectives and record-breaking auctions, Brian Donnelly was tagging phone booths and bus shelters across New York City in the early 1990s, reworking billboard ads with his signature crossed-out eyes. That street origin is exactly why KAWS resonates within streetwear culture. He moved fluidly between skate graphics, toy design and gallery walls long before "art meets fashion" became a marketing phrase, and his work still carries that same restless energy today.

Companion, BFF and Chum: Characters You Can Wear and Collect

KAWS built a universe of recurring characters, available at 2nd Culture both as clothing and as vinyl figures.

  • Companion: The Mickey Mouse-inspired figure with crossed-out eyes, KAWS's most iconic creation. Available on graphic tees and as figures, from desk pieces to larger display sizes.
  • BFF: A soft, pink character often shown mid-embrace, representing comfort. Look for it on crewnecks and as a standalone vinyl piece.
  • Chum: A skeletal rework of the Michelin Man, a favourite among collectors who know their KAWS history.

Two rarer finds currently in store: a KAWS Stormtrooper figure from the Star Wars crossover, and an early KAWS Bearbrick from 2003, a piece collectors search for by year. Whether you are starting a collection or adding to one, our team can talk you through condition and packaging on the spot.

KAWS x Uniqlo: Fine Art on Everyday Clothing

Uniqlo's UT collaborations turned KAWS from a name known mainly to art collectors into a wardrobe staple. Over the years the partnership has produced several capsules, from the original Companion and BFF graphics to the KAWS x Peanuts line, the Sesame Street tees and the KAWS + Warhol collection.

At 2nd Culture, we curate these pieces the same way we treat any other item in our collection: hand-selected and checked for condition. Certain designs from earlier drops have become genuinely hard to find, which is exactly the kind of hunt our community lives for.

If bold graphic prints are your thing, our Stüssy collection and Supreme selection sit naturally alongside KAWS, all part of the same lineage of art-driven streetwear.

Authenticity You Can Trust

Knowing what to look for matters, whether you are eyeing a graphic tee or a vinyl figure still in its box. Our team checks stitching, print placement and label details on clothing, and packaging, paint quality and joints on figures, before anything reaches the shelf.

Curious about the process? Our authenticity check service explains exactly how we verify streetwear and collectibles before they go up for sale.

How to Style KAWS x Uniqlo

Let the graphic do the talking. Pair a KAWS Companion tee with straight-leg denim and a pair of clean white sneakers for something you could wear to the studio or the store without trying too hard. For colder days, layer a KAWS BFF crewneck under an oversized bomber, finish with cargo pants and chunky boots, and you have an outfit that feels equal parts gallery opening and skate spot.

Sizing & Fit

Uniqlo UT pieces generally run true to size and follow standard EU/US/UK conversions, though the graphic tees tend to sit slightly boxier than a standard fitted tee. If you like a closer fit, we recommend sizing down one. Always check the individual product page for exact measurements, since older drops occasionally run smaller than current stock.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

What is BAPE?

BAPE, short for A Bathing Ape, is a Japanese streetwear brand founded in 1993 by Nigo in Tokyo. The brand is known for its bold graphics, ABC camo patterns, and high-profile collaborations with artists and labels worldwide.
What is the difference between Supreme and BAPE?

Both are iconic streetwear brands, but they come from different worlds. Supreme was founded in New York in 1994 with roots in skate culture, while Bathing Ape was founded in Tokyo and draws from Japanese street fashion and hip-hop. Both use limited drops to drive demand, but their aesthetic and cultural DNA are distinct. Explore our Supreme collection to see both sides of the story.
Where does BAPE come from?

BAPE originates from the Ura-Harajuku district of Tokyo, Japan, where Nigo launched the brand in 1993.
Who owns BAPE?

BAPE is currently owned by Hong Kong fashion group I.T, which acquired the brand from Nigo in 2011.
How does BAPE fit?

BAPE runs small compared to European sizing. Sizing up one size is strongly recommended for a comfortable fit.

Visit 2nd Culture in Amsterdam to see our curated KAWS clothing and vinyl figures in person, or browse the full selection online. Our team is always happy to talk sizing, authenticity or the story behind a specific piece, whether it hangs on a rail or sits on a shelf, because that is what keeps the culture moving.