Gallery Dept. is a streetwear brand founded in 2016 by the Los Angeles-based artist and designer Josué Thomas. The brand's name is inspired by the idea of turning galleries into production facilities where creative expression can be taken to the streets. The aesthetic of the brand is an avant-garde mix of distressed, deconstructed, and reconstructed apparel with a nod to vintage Americana.
Gallery Dept. designs and manufactures collections of street-inspired clothing that offer a fresh take on classic staples. Gallery Dept. Apparel includes denim jackets, oversized hoodies, graphic tees, and distressed jeans. The brand's signature distressing technique involves using a range of methods, including bleach, sandpaper, paint, and embroidery.
From our perspective, Gallery Dept.'s focus on limited-edition collections and collaborations has created a sense of scarcity that has helped cultivate a loyal customer base and underpinned the brand's exclusive appeal. The brand's popularity has grown rapidly in the past few years, attracting a cult following that includes celebrities and influencers. Its collaborations with major brands and artists have resulted in pieces like the Migos X Gallery Dept. For Culture III Club Jersey Black/Gold.
Gallery Dept. items can easily be paired with different outfits to achieve a unique and creative style. The brand also has a strong social media presence, with an Instagram account that showcases its products, collaborations, and lifestyle content, and you can find inspiration on how to pair some of their pieces. For example, their distressed denim jackets can be worn on top of a simple graphic tee and shorts for a more casual look or paired with Gallery Dept. 5001 Jeans Indigo Denim and a clean white shirt for a more sophisticated look.
