Interview
TDR SS25
TDR, the latest creation from The Garbstore, continues to evolve in its second season with the release of the Spring/Summer 2025 collection.
Read on as we speak with TDR to uncover the inspiration, processes, and ethos driving the latest collection.
What’s the focus for the SS25 TDR collection?
We’ve focused on developing a new wave of Japanese vegan leathers, cashmere denims and suedes which centralise comfort, whilst also being industry first fabrics. But the way the fabrics feel on the skin is really important, being sure not to sacrifice the look of the garment in the process. For example, using really high quality, expensive denim that’s able to withstand the aging process (for look) and remains lightweight (for comfort).
What is the design process like for TDR’s latest collection?
Every piece within the collection is like a micro collection - and each piece is finalised without thinking about what the next piece is going to be. By the end of the design process, there are a lot of different garments that have their own stories. It reflects the reality of dressing, more than a collection you buy things from. The whole idea is to occupy a lot of space in someone's wardrobe, but they can still go out of the door without looking as though they're wearing a brand message from head to toe - it's all quite different.
What era of garment design does TDR lend itself to most often?
The 1950s. Everything around TDR is based upon something vintage or something that has been loved.
Are there any notable design features that will be recurring throughout all TDR seasons - how does TDR’s SS25 collection continue on from AW24?
Our story is always told in the trims. For the first season it was silver buttons made by NORTHWORKS, we now have deadstock laurel studs used across all denim as they aren’t in production anymore and were produced a long time ago, it provides a truly distinctive finish. We’ve also taken ideas from the first jackets in TDR’s first collection and made them more seasonally appropriate. Short-sleeved Noragi Jackets being an example.
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