Undercover SS05 "But Beautiful II" 'University of Mushybrain' Contrast Stitch Tee
Product Overview A rare and highly distinctive archival piece from Jun Takahashi’s Spring/Summer 2005 "But Beautiful II" collection. Serving as a tribute to surrealist animator Jan Švankmajer, this season is known for its eerie reimagining of everyday objects and biological forms. This specific piece brilliantly subverts the classic American collegiate graphic tee by injecting Takahashi's macabre sense of humor and the season's signature deconstructed tailoring.
Key Design Elements
"Mushybrain" Bear Graphic: The center chest features a bold, black graphic of a bear, but upon closer inspection, the bear's fur is textured to resemble the folds of a human brain. It is framed by the collegiate-style text "UNIVERSITY OF MUSHYBRAIN".
Exposed Contrast Stitching: A defining characteristic of the SS05 collection, this tee features prominent, heavy black overlock stitching on the exterior of the side seams, armholes, and collar. This gives the garment an aggressive, "inside-out" or "work-in-progress" aesthetic.
Vibrant Vintage Colorway: Presented in a striking, faded coral/salmon red, providing a high-contrast background that makes the black graphic and raw stitching pop.
