New York, NY – June 2025 – Supreme has joined forces with Zoo York, New York City’s trailblazing skate brand, for a Spring 2025 collaboration that pays homage to the golden era of East Coast street culture. The collection draws inspiration from Zoo York’s iconic 1997 skate video, The Zoo York Mixtape, a groundbreaking fusion of skateboarding and hip-hop that defined a generation.
A Tribute to NYC’s Skate and Hip-Hop Roots
Founded in 1993, Zoo York emerged as a defiant East Coast answer to Southern California’s dominance in skate culture. While West Coast brands embraced punk influences, Zoo York embodied New York’s gritty aesthetic, blending skateboarding with graffiti and hip-hop. The brand solidified its legacy with The Zoo York Mixtape, a 1997 video directed by RB Umali that premiered at the New York Underground Film Festival.
More than just a skate video, The Mixtape was a cultural manifesto. It featured raw footage of Zoo York’s legendary team—including Harold Hunter, Jefferson Pang, and Peter Bici—alongside freestyle performances from hip-hop icons like Method Man, Ghostface Killah, and Fat Joe, originally aired on the influential Stretch and Bobbito radio show. The video captured New York skaters adapting to the city’s unforgiving terrain, forging a style that resonated worldwide.
The Collection: Streetwear Meets Skate Heritage
The Supreme x Zoo York lineup merges both brands’ signatures, offering apparel and skate gear that reflect their shared ethos. Key pieces include:
- Apparel: Soccer Jersey, Hooded Sweatshirt, Baggy Jeans, Soccer Shorts, and two graphic T-shirts.
- Accessories: Camp Cap, Beanie, and co-branded Skateboard with Spitfire® Classic Wheels.
Designed for both skaters and streetwear enthusiasts, the collection balances functionality with nostalgic nods to late-’90s NYC culture.
Release Details
The collaboration launches on June 19 via Supreme’s webstore and physical locations, with an Asia release following on June 21.
This partnership not only revives Zoo York’s rebellious spirit but also underscores Supreme’s commitment to celebrating subcultures that shaped modern streetwear. For fans of skateboarding and hip-hop history, the drop is a must-cop tribute to an era when New York’s streets were the ultimate proving ground.
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