US’ Azuki Twin Tigers NFT can be redeemed for high-end physical jacket

Those who opt to burn their ‘Azuki Twin Tigers Jacket – Blue Side’ token for the jacket will receive the ‘Azuki Twin Tigers Jacket – Red Side’ token. 

Digital brand Azuki is offering Azuki Twin Tigers NFT holders a chance to redeem their token for a physical jacket worth $2,000. The made-to-order statement pieces will be first shipped in early December 2022, said the company after posting about the jacket’s launch on Twitter. The redemption window is open for the NFT holders till August 18, 2022.

The 1940s-style Twin Tigers jackets have a Sukajan-look that blends American and Japanese street cultures. Featuring a reversible colourway with two designs, the jackets were created by Azuki’s in-house tailor Takeda in Los Angeles, said Azuki. Made of quilted Japanese silk, the eco-insulated jackets’ blue exterior highlights a chenille tiger, and its red interior showcases the Azuki logo. The embroidery on the back, chest, and sleeves are designed by Azuki artist Steamboy.

The Twin Tiger Jacket’s secondary market revenue will contribute to Stand With Asians, an AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) community fund that collaborates with creators to disseminate grants to marginalised AAPI communities, according to an Instagram post by Azuki. 

Azuki was founded by Los Angeles-based start-up Chiru Labs, which combines streetwear and skateboard society with striking artwork released as NFTs.

Fibre2Fashion News Desk (NB)