WACKO MARIA Taps Lee, Julius Tart Optical, and Native Sons for a Drop Built Around American Heritage
WACKO MARIA is set to release a three-piece SS26 collaboration on May 23, featuring Lee Washed Denim Shorts, Julius Tart Optical AR 46, and Native Sons Kowalski 47. This drop highlights the brand's commitment to American heritage denim culture and craftsmanship. The collaboration showcases a curated selection of respected American brands, emphasizing their cultural significance in a coherent wardrobe proposition.
- ▪WACKO MARIA's SS26 drop includes Lee Washed Denim Shorts, Julius Tart Optical AR 46, and Native Sons Kowalski 47.
- ▪The collaboration emphasizes American heritage and craftsmanship in denim and eyewear.
- ▪The release is scheduled for May 23 and will be available through the WACKO MARIA online store.
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