JOHN LAWRENCE SULLIVAN
JOHN LAWRENCE SULLIVAN is a Tokyo fashion label founded in 2003 by designer Arashi Yanagawa, a former professional boxer. It makes men's and women's ready-to-wear, shoes, bags and accessories.
| Founded | 2003 |
|---|---|
| Designer | Arashi Yanagawa |
| Company | MARS. LTD |
| Headquarters | Meguro, Tokyo |
| Website | john-lawrence-sullivan.com |
What is JOHN LAWRENCE SULLIVAN?
JOHN LAWRENCE SULLIVAN is a Japanese designer label founded in 2003 by Arashi Yanagawa. Yanagawa came to fashion from an unusual background as a former professional boxer, and the label has grown into one of Tokyo's established designer names.
Products and positioning
The label is known for sharp, precise tailoring with a rebellious edge. It covers men's and women's ready-to-wear alongside shoes, bags, hats and accessories, placing it in the premium designer segment.
- Men's and women's ready-to-wear
- Tailoring and outerwear
- Shoes, bags, hats and accessories
History
The brand is operated by MARS. LTD, based in Aobadai, Meguro, Tokyo. It has presented collections at Rakuten Fashion Week TOKYO, including Autumn/Winter 2015.
Distribution
JOHN LAWRENCE SULLIVAN is sold through authorised stockists in Japan and internationally, as well as through global designer e-commerce platforms.
Why it matters
The label is a long running example of Tokyo menswear built around tailoring rather than streetwear, and of a Japanese designer brand that has sustained international wholesale distribution for two decades.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded JOHN LAWRENCE SULLIVAN?
The label was founded in 2003 by Arashi Yanagawa, a former professional boxer turned designer.
Where is JOHN LAWRENCE SULLIVAN from?
JOHN LAWRENCE SULLIVAN is a Japanese brand based in Meguro, Tokyo.