Italian concept store and label known for its genderless, avant-garde curation and premium streetwear basics.
ORIGIN
Italy
PRICE TIER
premium
SPECIALIZATION
UNISEX
Founded in 1998 by Roberta Valentini in Brescia, Italy, Boysloft is a pioneering concept store and private label that has established itself as a cultural anchor in the Italian avant-garde scene. Part of the influential Penelope retail group, the brand was conceived as a genderless, street-focused incubator that merges fashion with art, music, and design.
$183.00$211.00
$212.00$244.00
$157.00$181.00
$145.00$167.00
$163.00$187.00
$163.00$187.00
$183.00$211.00
$212.00$244.00
$157.00$181.00
$145.00$167.00
$163.00$187.00
$163.00$187.00

A comprehensive profile of founder Roberta Valentini, detailing the history of her retail concepts including Penelope and Boysloft (founded 1998). The piece covers her visionary approach to buying avant-garde designers like Margiela and Yamamoto and her recent decision to auction her personal archive.

Discusses the cultural impact of Roberta Valentini's retail group, specifically mentioning Boysloft as a contemporary spinoff. The article highlights her role as a pioneer in the Italian avant-garde scene and details the auction of her historic fashion collection.

An in-depth interview with founder Roberta Valentini specifically focused on the Boysloft/Apt.28 concept. She discusses her buying philosophy, the store's unique merchandise mix, and how she curates for a customer base that values identity over trends.

An interview with artist and designer Andrea Facelli that highlights Boysloft's cultural relevance in the streetwear scene. Facelli discusses creating a special collection for the Brescia store, positioning it alongside global retailers like Colette and Union.