- Rhuigi Villaseñor is a fashion designer and entrepreneur who has been making waves in the fashion industry with his innovative designs and unique aesthetic. .
- Rhuigi’s designs under his label RHUDE are known for their blend of streetwear and luxury.
- This is his second collaboration with Zara (the first one dropped to wide acclaim in 2021.) 2023 Zara x Rhuigi collection features a range of elevated basics and statement pieces that embody Rhuigi’s signature aesthetic while remaining accessible to a broader audience.
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1. PUFFER JACKET
Rhuigi x Zara | $129
Puffer jacket with high collar and long sleeves with elastic cuffs. Welt pockets at hip. Contrast embroidered logo at chest. Elastic hem adjusts at the sides. Front zip closure.
2. TIE DYE SHIRT
Rhuigi x Zara | $59
Relaxed fit shirt. Lapel collar and short sleeves. Chest patch pocket with contrast embroidered logo. Front button closure.
Who is Rhuigi Villaseñor?
Rhuigi Villaseñor is a Filipino-American fashion designer and the founder of the streetwear brand RHUDE. He started the brand in 2015 in Los Angeles, California where he moved as a teenager.
Villaseñor started the brand by creating a few T-shirts for himself, which quickly gained popularity among his friends and social media followers. This led him to create an entire collection that debuted at Paris Fashion Week in 2018. Since then, RHUDE has collaborated with several high-profile brands and celebrities, and its pieces have been worn by the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Jay-Z, and Kylie Jenner, among others.
Rhuigi’s designs are known for their blend of streetwear and luxury, incorporating unexpected materials, vintage-inspired silhouettes, & bold graphics to create pieces that are both stylish and wearable.
3. WIDE FIT JEANS
Rhuigi x Zara | $69
Pants made of cotton denim. Self belt at waist. Five pockets. Washed effect. Tonal embroidered logo at back. Front zip and button closure.
4. BUCKET HAT
Rhuigi x Zara | $35
Bucket hat made of technical fabric. Wide brim. Adjustable contrasting drawstring.
5 TIE DYE SHIRT
Rhuigi x Zara | $59
Relaxed fit shirt. Spread collar and short sleeves. Chest patch pocket with contrast embroidered logo. Front button closure.
6. SOLID COLOR SLIDES
Rhuigi x Zara | $47
Solid color slide sandals. Chunky rubber soles and wide strap across the instep. Irregular geometric design. Available in different colors.
When is Zara x Rhuigi collection available?
The new limited collection is available Online at Zara.com & in-stores starting Monday, February 20th, 2023 at 10 a.m. Eastern Time. The full collection included over 30+ pieces including puffer jackets, tie dye shirts, shorts, vintage leather jackets & accessories. You can shop it HERE.
7. VINTAGE LEATHER JACKET
Rhuigi x Zara | $259
Leather jacket. Lapel collar and long sleeves. Double welt pockets at hip and interior pocket. Front patch appliqués and back patch with tonal embroidery. Washed effect. Rib trim. Front snap button closure.
8. ANIMAL PRINT SHIRT
Rhuigi x Zara | $59
Relaxed fit shirt. Spread collar and short sleeves. Chest patch pocket with contrast embroidered logo. Front button closure.
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9. SOFT BELT BAG
Rhuigi x Zara | $45
Belt bag. Soft construction. Main pocket with zip closure. Front section with “REDESIGNING HUMAN UNIFORM” text. Quilted back with irregular design. Adjustable strap.
10. COLORBLOCK FLEECE JACKET
Rhuigi x Zara | $89
High collar jacket with long sleeves with elastic cuffs. Zip pockets at hip. Front contrast embroidered logo. Elastic hem. Front zip closure.
What designers has Zara previously collaborated with?
It’s true, Rhuigi collection is not the first collaboration with the world of designer fashion that Zara has done. Zara collaborates with a variety of designers and fashion influencers to create limited edition collections or capsule collections. Some of the designers and brands that Zara has collaborated with in the past include:
- Rhuigi Villaseñor – fashion designer and founder of the streetwear brand RHUDE.
- Karl Lagerfeld – iconic fashion designer and creative director of Chanel, Fendi, and his own eponymous brand.
- J.W. Anderson – In 2020, Zara collaborated with British fashion designer J.W. Anderson on a collection that mixed the designer’s high-end style with Zara’s affordability.
- Maison Martin Margiela – In 2012, Zara collaborated with the avant-garde fashion house Maison Martin Margiela on a limited edition collection.
- William Morris – In 2021, Zara released a collection featuring the works of the British artist and designer William Morris.
These collaborations typically result in collections that blend the signature aesthetic of the designer with Zara’s more accessible, affordable, and fast-fashion approach to clothing.
