ka wa key
London-based gender-fluid label known for its artisanal knitwear, sustainable materials, and exploration of soft masculinity.
ORIGIN
United Kingdom
PRICE TIER
contemporary
SPECIALIZATION
UNISEX
Founded in 2017 by Key Chow and Jarno Leppanen, KA WA KEY is a London-based gender-fluid label that merges Asian and Scandinavian heritage. Chow, a Royal College of Art graduate, and Leppanen, who has a background in performing arts, use their diverse cultural perspectives to explore soft masculinity and identity. The brand is celebrated for its artisanal approach to everyday casualwear, heavily featuring deconstructed silhouettes, sheer overlays, and standout knitwear.
Featured Items
V-neck diamond sweater
$630.00
Grandma's Bloom hand-crocheted T-shirt
$414.00$552.00
V-neck diamond sweater
$630.00
Grandma's Bloom hand-crocheted T-shirt
$414.00$552.00
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Spotlight: Key Chow & Jarno Leppanen
An interview with founders Key Chow and Jarno Leppanen discussing their collaborative design process and the inspiration behind their gender-fluid label.
New York Fashion Week Men’s Day Hints at the Evolution of Menswear
Vogue highlights KA WA KEY's 'Through the Looking Glass' collection, praising the brand's imaginative approach to genderless design and oversized silhouettes.
Ka Wa Key and Call of the Wild
A look into KA WA KEY's collection inspired by the designers' diverse homes in Hong Kong, Finland, and London, reflecting on the meaning of home post-pandemic.
KA WA KEY FW21 Collection : Through The Looking Glass
A review of KA WA KEY's FW21 collection, noting their vibrant approach to menswear and a sustainable fabric collaboration with Japanese manufacturer TORAY.