Following a sports activities crew can present an incomparable sense of neighborhood the place a variety of numerous supporters journey collectively, united by a typical purpose — profitable. And from soccer to modern tradition, this sense rings very true for Arsenal whose affect runs deep within the metropolis.
For the most recent episode of Day within the Life, Hypebeast has partnered with the long-lasting soccer membership to observe jewellery designer Jyrrel Roberts and his companion Sofia Testino for the historic north London rivalry.
As a lifelong Arsenal supporter, watching his crew play is a ritual for Roberts. “I used to observe video games once I was little at my nan’s home,” he recollects fond reminiscences of gathering along with his household to observe stay on TV. “Now being on the stadium for the north London Derby is wonderful.”
After preparing, the pair headed to ex-player and footballing icon Ian Wright’s favourite Caribbean restaurant Juss Jerk — positioned proper subsequent to the stadium — for a “pre-game patty.” Styled within the newest Arsenal x adidas “Terrace Icons” assortment, Roberts opts for the complete tracksuit set whereas Testino chooses the gown, with each sporting the crew’s special-edition iteration of the traditional Gazelle silhouette.
Impressed by nostalgic kinds of the ‘80s — an period throughout which soccer started crossing over into trend — “Terrace Icons” follows final yr’s VRCT varsity-style life-style assortment that gives a up to date tackle the membership’s wealthy heritage in tradition. Bringing its legacy to the forefront, the 11-piece vary options the sportswear model’s signature Trefoil alongside Arsenal’s heritage cannon emblem, all incorporating a timeless “Navy” and “Pink” colorway.
Able to expertise the sport’s unmatched environment stay from the stands, they headed to their seats at Emirates Stadium. “2-1 to Arsenal is what I’m predicting,” Roberts anticipated earlier than the sport, and his forecast got here to fruition as supporters erupted in celebration when the full-time whistle was blown.
Try the Day within the Life with Arsenal, Jyrrel Roberts and Sofia Testino within the video above.
For extra data, and to buy the brand new Arsenal x adidas “Terrace Icons” assortment, go to the official crew web site now.
